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October 2023 in “Small” Microneedles show promise for treating hair loss, eye, and mouth diseases.
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November 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” Moderately lipophilic dyes penetrate skin deeply, while highly hydrophobic or lipophilic dyes stay on the surface.
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May 2016 in “Scientific reports” The peptide IMT-P8 can effectively deliver proteins into the skin and cells for potential skin treatments.
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January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Ethosomal gels improve drug delivery through the skin, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
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March 2002 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Nonionic liposomes are the best for delivering genes to skin cells.
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March 2024 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” Rizatriptan benzoate-loaded dissolving microneedles are effective and convenient for treating acute migraines.
November 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Topical PROTACs show promise for treating skin conditions but need better stability and delivery methods.
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November 1974 in “Archives of Dermatology” Smaller, diluted corticosteroid injections reduce the risk of vision loss.
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November 2009 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Transcutol P best increases Finasteride absorption for hair loss treatment.
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May 2023 in “Nanomaterials” Microemulsions could improve skin drug delivery but face challenges like complex creation and potential toxicity.
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February 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” Smaller curcumin nanocrystals penetrate skin and hair follicles better than larger ones.
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June 2024 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Advanced delivery systems can make dithranol more effective and less irritating for treating psoriasis.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” The microneedle system shows promise for non-invasive brain drug delivery.
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February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanovesicles improve drug delivery through the skin, offering better treatment outcomes and fewer side effects.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Quercetin delivery systems are improving its effectiveness for medical use.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Using a teletriage system greatly increased access to skin care for uninsured Latino immigrants at a clinic.
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November 2007 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Stretching skin improves retinyl ascorbate delivery.
September 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Using real-time ultrasound during gluteal fat grafting is safe and reduces complication risks.
Hair follicles can effectively absorb nano-sized particles, making them potential targets for localized drug delivery.
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November 1996 in “Transplantation” Injecting recipient splenocytes into donors' thymus can prevent graft-versus-host disease.
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October 2002 in “Journal of controlled release” Medium lipophilic substances penetrate skin best, and adding ethanol can increase delivery to hair follicles.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
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April 2007 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” The microemulsion delivered the dye deeper into the skin than the cream.