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Topical synthetic melanin could prevent, aid repair of skin injury

Researchers have developed a synthetic melanin that could be formulated into topical preparations to protect the skin from the sun and...

Colourism driving unsafe skin bleaching in the U.S.

The practice of skin bleaching is widespread in the U.S. among individuals with darker complexions—especially women—yet users of these...

Increasing follicle stem cell flexibility and hair growth

Early research in an animal model suggests it may be possible to soften hair follicle stem cells, making it easier for the cells to grow...

High-dose vitamin D reduces chemical-induced skin inflammation

High-dose oral vitamin D reduced skin inflammation and increased immunoprotection in patients with chemical-induced skin rashes, and a...

Patients with major medical illnesses may choose cosmetic surgery

Looking healthy is important for some people with serious illnesses, and there are those who turn to cosmetic surgery to achieve this...

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