January 2022 in “Social Science Research Network” A new patch that releases quercetin, copper, and zinc ions under the skin can effectively treat hair loss by promoting hair follicle regeneration.
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June 2018 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
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May 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Ketoconazole loaded solid lipid nanoparticles can penetrate skin better than regular drug suspension and marketed product, providing slow, sustained release and improved stability.
April 2019 in “C&EN global enterprise” A microneedle patch can help hair regrow.
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December 2022 in “Bioactive Materials” The microneedle patch with quercetin, zinc, and copper effectively promotes hair regrowth for androgenic alopecia.
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June 2012 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Nanoparticles improve drug delivery and effectiveness in treating inflamed skin.
January 2018 in “Refubium (Universitätsbibliothek der Freien Universität Berlin)” Nanocrystals and nanoparticles can enhance drug delivery for skin applications by improving solubility and dissolution rates.
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August 2020 in “Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Rubbing increases drug absorption through hair follicles.
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June 2019 in “Pharmaceutical research” Applying heat with certain chemicals can greatly improve how well isotretinoin gets into the skin through hair follicles.
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May 1984 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Liposomes are not better than acetone for applying DHT on skin.
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July 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” The document concludes that there is no agreed-upon best method for measuring drug delivery within hair follicles and more research is needed to validate current techniques.
December 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” These new skin treatments are safer and more effective with minimal side effects.
April 2017 in “DR-NTU (Nanyang Technological University)” A biodegradable system can deliver finasteride consistently, reducing the need for daily pills.
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January 2024 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” The new wound dressing improves healing and tissue repair better than conventional dressings.
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August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” 5 citations
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” FucoPol hydrogel membranes are promising for delivering drugs on the skin.
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April 2011 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Particles around 100 nm can penetrate and stay in hair follicles without passing through healthy skin, making them safe for use in topical products and useful for targeted drug delivery.
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February 2023 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Smaller curcumin nanocrystals penetrate skin better, but additives and particle size affect absorption and accumulation.
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October 2019 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Microemulsions can improve skin delivery of finasteride.
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March 2018 in “Current Drug Delivery” Topical finasteride can effectively treat male pattern baldness with fewer side effects than oral use.
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January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.
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November 2007 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Stretching skin improves retinyl ascorbate delivery.
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January 2022 in “Current pharmaceutical design” Microsponges delivery system is a safe, versatile method for controlled drug release in various treatments.
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December 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” Niosomes are promising for skin drug delivery, offering benefits like improved drug penetration and stability.
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June 2000 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Foam corticosteroid covers as well as traditional forms.
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January 2018 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Nanoemulsion creams with certain enhancers can greatly increase caffeine delivery through skin.
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April 2013 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” Hair follicles are important for the absorption of certain drugs into the skin.
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March 2014 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Researchers created a skin treatment that could effectively deliver medication into hair follicles.
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May 2014 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Nanocrystals improve skin penetration and stability of caffeine, suggesting a new method for delivering similar substances through the skin.