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August 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” Panax ginseng extract may help prevent hair loss caused by DKK-1.
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October 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Activating Nrf2 protects human hair follicles from oxidative stress and helps prevent hair growth inhibition.
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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.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Applying the anti-cancer drug Bortezomib to skin can promote hair growth and increase hair proteins through the GATA-3 factor.
August 2017 in “Journal of epidemiological research” Cancer rates are increasing in developed countries, with estrogen, aging, low vitamin D3, and HPV infection as common causes.
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January 2010 in “Biophysical journal” Hair fluorescence intensity can measure radiation exposure effectively.
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January 2008 in “Dermatology” Vitamin D made by the skin plays a role in immune defense and skin health, and more research is needed to understand its full effects.
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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.
January 2025 in “Scripta Medica” PDO, PLLA, and PCL threads increase collagen in ageing skin but don't change MMP1 gene expression.
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March 2017 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” Caffeic acid protects human scalp cells from UV damage.
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January 2014 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology” Polygoni Multiflori Radix may help reduce skin aging by lowering collagenase and elastase activity.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Brazilian pepper tree leaf extract effectively protects skin cells from UVC damage and is a strong natural skincare option.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” The α-MSH-MC1R-cAMP pathway does not protect skin cells from UVA damage.
December 2025 in “Scientific Reports” α-Mangostin can naturally lighten skin by reducing melanin.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Nonmelanoma skin cancers have higher levels of certain osteopontin variants than normal skin.
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” Asian hair is more resistant to UV damage due to higher lipid content.
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July 2022 in “Biomedicines” UGRSKIN absorbs UV like native skin after 21-28 days, making it potentially suitable for clinical use.
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April 2019 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Udenafil may help hair grow by activating certain stem cells.
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January 2002 in “PubMed” Prolonged UVB exposure causes significant skin changes and damage in rats.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The protein p21 is more abundant in normal skin cells than in melanoma cells and may help protect against melanoma, with UVB light affecting its levels.
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” Vitamin D may help reduce inflammation in acne.
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January 2005 in “Endocrine journal” Melatonin is important for skin health and protection, and can be made by the skin or applied to it.
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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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October 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Nobiletin-loaded vesicles effectively treat skin cancer by restoring normal miRNA and antioxidant levels.
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December 2019 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” A protein called IL-36γ causes skin side effects from certain cancer treatments when combined with a common skin bacteria.
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September 2015 in “PharmaNutrition” Astaxanthin is a safe antioxidant that may improve heart, skin, eye health, and physical performance, and help manage chronic diseases.
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July 2007 in “Biochemical Pharmacology” ISCK03 stops melanin production in human melanoma cells and lightens skin color in mice and guinea pigs.
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March 2018 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” The environment around melanocyte stem cells is key for hair regeneration and color, with certain injuries affecting hair color and potential treatments for pigmentation disorders.
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December 2013 in “Journal of Dermatology” UV-B light increases inflammation-related substances in acne-related skin cells.
April 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” High LH levels cause hair loss by damaging and aging hair follicles.