July 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” The book provides a thorough guide on hair and scalp diseases, covering causes, types, and evaluation methods.
13 citations
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February 1999 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair loss increases between July and October, possibly due to UV light, and factors like skin type, hair color, and density may affect this. Dandruff can worsen hair loss conditions.
Geography affects skin microbiome more than genetics, but genetics still play a role.
39 citations
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January 1979 in “Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea” Surfactants can protect or harm hair, skin, and nails, depending on their type and use.
20 citations
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February 2004 in “Clinical & Experimental Immunology” SADBE treatment led to complete hair regrowth in mice with alopecia areata by altering immune cell movement.
7 citations
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May 2023 in “Animals” Fraser's dolphins heal wounds exceptionally well, with their skin's collagen returning to normal after injury.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Nutrients” Biotin is important for keeping zinc levels balanced in the skin and its lack can cause hair loss.
3 citations
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July 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Keratin 17 is important for skin's response to radiation, affecting many genes and cell division.
June 2008 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” Msx-2 gene removal speeds up skin wound healing in mice.
31 citations
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January 2021 in “Experimental Dermatology” Skin organoids are a promising new model for studying human skin development and testing treatments.
10 citations
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
6 citations
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
5 citations
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August 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Hairy skin feels prickling more intensely than smooth skin.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Current therapies cannot fully regenerate adult skin without scars; more research is needed for scar-free healing.
February 2025 in “Journal of Tissue Viability” Dark skin is more prone to severe pressure ulcers due to reduced ceramide content and detection challenges.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Subcision is the most efficient, cost-effective, and safest treatment for post-acne boxcar scarring in skin of color.
173 citations
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August 2015 in “Developmental cell” The study identified unique genes in hair follicle cells and their environment, suggesting these genes help organize cells for hair growth.
28 citations
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September 2015 in “Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift” New skin substitutes for treating severe burns and chronic wounds are being developed, but a permanent solution for deep wounds is not yet available commercially.
306 citations
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April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin has a complex immune system that is essential for protection and healing, requiring more research for better wound treatment.
22 citations
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February 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” EPR spectroscopy showed that spontaneous hair growth results in thicker skin and less pigmented hair than depilation-induced growth.
11 citations
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August 2023 in “Burns” Nerve growth factor helps improve healing time and scar quality in burn wounds.
5 citations
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August 2025 in “Journal of Radiation Research” Understanding skin reactions to radiation has improved, helping to reduce injuries and prevent skin cancer.
A comprehensive human skin cell atlas was created to better understand skin biology and disease.
A comprehensive human skin cell atlas was created to better understand skin biology and disease.
January 2025 in “Tropical Medicine and Health” Most children in orphanages in Fayoum and Giza have skin disorders, mainly noninfectious, and need better hygiene and emotional care.
426 citations
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August 2014 in “Nature Medicine” Skin stem cells interacting with their environment is crucial for maintaining and regenerating skin and hair, and understanding this can help develop new treatments for skin and hair disorders.
238 citations
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March 2013 in “Development” Fat cells help recruit healing cells and build skin structure during wound healing.
108 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering” Scarless skin repair is possible by understanding and balancing wound healing mechanisms.
106 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Correct skin biopsy techniques are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis of skin diseases.
74 citations
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June 2018 in “Cell death and disease” Restoring mitochondrial function in mice reversed their skin wrinkling and hair loss.