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October 2014 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Hair dyes can change hair color temporarily or permanently but may cause side effects like skin reactions and hair damage.
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January 2012 in “Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Liposomes and iontophoresis effectively deliver protective enzymes into the skin against UV damage.
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December 2019 in “Steroids” Finasteride and dutasteride reduce neurosteroid production, possibly helping treat glioblastoma.
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August 2024 in “Discover Nano” Polyesters show promise for repairing damaged blood vessels.
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” Green tea component EGCG may help prevent hair loss by changing microRNA levels in certain scalp cells.
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13 citations
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10 citations
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6 citations
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