July 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Biopolymers are increasingly used in cosmetics for their non-toxicity and skin benefits, with future biotech advancements likely to expand their applications.
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Botulinum Neurotoxin-A can treat acne, oily skin, rosacea, hair loss, prevent scars, relieve nerve pain, reduce excessive sweating, and manage psoriasis, but more trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
Different types of sun exposure damage skin cells and immune cells, with chronic exposure leading to more severe and lasting damage.
Diphenyl cresyl phosphate has low toxicity but can harm the liver, kidneys, adrenal glands, and testicles at high doses.
Natural products may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth with fewer side effects.
October 2025 in “Journal of Advanced Trends in Medical Research” Exosomes and PRP both show promise for hair loss treatment, but more research is needed.
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January 2017 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” Rabbit skin with active hair growth shows thicker, redder areas due to larger, more numerous hair follicles and increased blood vessels.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” Avemor, a natural tonic made from aloe vera and moringa, was less effective than minoxidil in promoting hair growth on rabbits.
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January 1985 in “Drug development and industrial pharmacy” Additives like ethanol and propylene glycol increase the release of zinc pyrithione from shampoo.
January 2024 in “Revista Dermatológica Centro Uraga” The patient has Chronic Cutaneous Lupus, a skin condition causing plaques and hair loss.
January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
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November 1995 in “The EMBO Journal” Blocking EGFR in mice causes hair loss and skin changes.
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May 2001 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” Overexpression of COX-2 in mice skin causes abnormal skin and hair development.
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April 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A new mutation in the Connexin 26 gene was found in a patient with KID syndrome, expanding the known disorders linked to this gene.
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May 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mice without the vitamin D receptor are more prone to UV-induced skin tumors.
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July 2002 in “EMBO journal” Normal skin cell renewal doesn't need RAR signaling, but vitamin A-related skin thickening does.
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August 2008 in “American Journal Of Pathology” VEGF-A is crucial for normal skin function and may be linked to psoriasis.
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March 2013 in “PLoS ONE” Vemurafenib causes skin side effects similar to RASopathies, requiring regular skin checks and UVA protection.
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September 2005 in “The American journal of pathology” Activin helps skin growth and healing mainly through stromal cells and affects keratinocytes based on its amount.
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different methods of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can affect wound healing and hair regrowth in plastic surgery. Using a kit with specific standards helps isolate PRP that meets quality criteria. Non-Activated PRP and Activated PRP have varying effects depending on the tissue and condition treated. For hair regrowth, Non-Activated PRP increased hair density more than Activated PRP. Both treatments improved various aspects of scalp health.
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May 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Excessive putrescine causes hair loss in transgenic mice by disrupting hair follicle development.
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March 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The CLASI is a reliable tool for measuring the severity of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
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February 2009 in “Maturitas” Short-term testosterone therapy in women seems safe with few mild side effects, but long-term effects need more research.
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August 1954 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine” Vitamin A penetrates guinea pig skin quickly in alcohol, affects skin thickness, but doesn't impact hair growth.
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October 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Most pregnant women experience skin darkening and hair changes, with these effects usually going away after giving birth.
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December 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Deleting MED1 in skin cells causes hair loss and skin changes.
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August 2010 in “Archives of dermatology” A 5-year-old boy's skin condition improved with systemic valganciclovir after a cardiac transplant and immunosuppressive therapy.
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February 1946 in “Canadian Journal of Research/Canadian journal of research” Hereditary factors cause hair loss in mice by affecting skin and hair follicle structure.
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August 2005 in “Veterinary dermatology” A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
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January 2000 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” A mother and daughter had severe skin, hair, and eye issues linked to IFAP.