18 citations
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July 2014 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” UVB radiation changes the levels of certain microRNAs in skin cells, which may affect cell survival and hair growth.
5 citations
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March 2012 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” UVB radiation changes the chemical makeup and dries out human hair but doesn't alter its appearance or texture.
19 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
106 citations
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July 2013 in “Advances in wound care” UV radiation can help sterilize wounds and promote healing but requires careful use to avoid damaging cells.
62 citations
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October 2013 in “Journal of Human Evolution/Journal of human evolution” Forensic DNA Phenotyping can help predict physical traits from crime scene DNA to identify suspects.
22 citations
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July 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” UV radiation and visible light can damage hair, but there are ways to protect it.
11 citations
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November 2015 in “Carcinogenesis” Deleting TNFα gene reduces skin cancer risk in certain mice.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of skin cancer” PKC ε increases hair follicle stem cell turnover and may raise skin cancer risk.
6 citations
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October 2007 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male pattern baldness might have evolved to help protect against prostate cancer by increasing UV radiation on the scalp.
April 2013 in “Cancer Research” SKH1 hairless mice have identifiable epidermal stem cells with specific markers.
4 citations
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July 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical PUVA and tacrolimus ointment can effectively and safely treat infant alopecia universalis.
22 citations
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September 1986 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low-dose topical alpha-terthienyl may be a safer option for treating skin conditions with light therapy.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mackerel fermented fish oil protects skin cells from damage by UVB light.
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January 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” UVB radiation harms hair growth and health, causing cell death and other changes in human hair follicles.
28 citations
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January 2005 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Protein kinase C epsilon may increase skin cancer risk by affecting nearby cells.
27 citations
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January 2002 in “Exogenous Dermatology” Chronic exposure to sunlight may worsen male pattern baldness and protecting the scalp from the sun could slow it down.
3 citations
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January 2005 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Protein kinase C epsilon may promote skin cancer development after UV exposure by affecting nearby cells.
1 citations
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February 2003 UV radiation causes significant protein loss and color changes in hair, especially blond hair.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “International Wound Journal” Combining UV therapy with PRP heals chronic wounds faster and reduces pain.
August 2023 in “The Indonesian Biomedical Journal” Rosemary essential oil improved hair growth and thickness in UVB-exposed mice.
31 citations
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February 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Caffeine applied to the scalp can protect hair follicles from UV damage.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “Biophysical journal” Hair fluorescence intensity can measure radiation exposure effectively.
Different types of sun exposure damage skin cells and immune cells, with chronic exposure leading to more severe and lasting damage.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Caffeine can protect scalp hair follicles from damage caused by UV radiation.
6 citations
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August 1993 in “Archives of Dermatology” The study found that polymorphous light eruption varies among patients and can be distinguished from benign summer light eruption by the time it takes for symptoms to appear after sun exposure.
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May 2016 in “Cell Host & Microbe” Human dermal fibroblasts are the main cells targeted by a virus that can cause a deadly skin cancer, and a certain inhibitor can effectively block this infection.
10 citations
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August 1991 in “PubMed” Inflammation, possibly triggered by a specific bacteria and activated by UV radiation, may contribute to male pattern baldness.
10 citations
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July 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Melasma's causes include genetics, sun exposure, hormones, and oxidative stress, and understanding these can help create better treatments.
6 citations
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March 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Natural skincare products may help reduce sun damage and support the skin's daily cycle.
4 citations
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May 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The research showed how melanocytes develop, move, and respond to UV light, and their stem cells' role in hair color and skin cancer risk.