Delivery of minoxidil encapsulated in cyclodextrins with photoacoustic waves enhances hair growth.

The current pharmacological management of androgenetic alopecia is inconvenient and requires a discipline that patients find difficult to follow. This reduces compliance with treatment and satisfaction with results. It is important to propose treatment regimens that increase patient compliance and reduce adverse effects.

Efficient dermal delivery of ascorbic acid 2-glucoside with photoacoustic waves.

Objective: Ascorbic acid (i.e., vitamin C) is an important antioxidant present in skin.