Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show potential for improving skin health in cosmetics, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
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January 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” New topical treatment using spherical nucleic acids shows promise in reducing psoriasis inflammation.
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November 2024 in “Molecular Biomedicine” Engineered extracellular vesicles show promise for targeted therapy but need more research for clinical use.
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April 2023 in “Biomolecules” Fermented papaya and mangosteen in hair care products helped prevent hair loss and improve hair thickness.
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June 2026 in “Preprints.org” Atorvastatin in a keratin hydrogel may help treat skin scars effectively.
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April 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” New treatments like plant extracts, nanocarriers, and 3D bioprinting show promise for hair loss, but more research is needed.
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December 2022 in “Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B” Smart delivery methods for CRISPR gene editing are crucial for clinical success.
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October 2023 in “Molecular cancer” New treatments like nanotechnology show promise in improving skin cancer therapy.
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January 2024 in “Fibrosis” Hydrogels show promise for scarless wound healing by reducing skin fibrosis.
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April 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Targeting non-Smad pathways in TGF-β signaling may improve keloid treatment.
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February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanocarriers can make acne treatments more effective and gentle on the skin.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” RNA delivery is best for in-body use, while RNP delivery is good for outside-body use. Both methods are expected to greatly impact future treatments.
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July 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Engineering strategies improve stem cells' ability to heal wounds effectively.
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July 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” New engineering methods show promise for regenerating hair follicles using stem cells and advanced technologies.
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April 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Minoxidil nanoparticles significantly boost hair growth in mice compared to regular minoxidil.
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November 2009 in “Recent Patents on Drug Delivery & Formulation” Microemulsions could improve how drugs are delivered and absorbed in the body.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” Nanotechnology could improve scar treatment but needs more development.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” The emulgel with 11.5% oil and 1.75% gelling agent effectively delivers fluconazole topically with improved spreadability and stability.
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November 2023 in “Materials Today Bio” The new treatment using nanoparticles with ISX9 can effectively regrow hair without major side effects.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” Bio-based electrospun fibers improve wound healing but face production and regulatory challenges.
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March 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Nanocarriers can improve drug delivery through the skin by overcoming barriers.