Deciphering the molecular mechanisms of stem cell dynamics in hair follicle regeneration

Deciphering the molecular mechanisms of stem cell dynamics in hair follicle regeneration

2024 | Jung Hyun Lee and Sekyu Choi
This review article explores the molecular mechanisms underlying stem cell dynamics in hair follicle (HF) regeneration, focusing on the roles of hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs), melanocyte stem cells (MeSCs), and sebaceous gland (SG) stem cells. Hair follicles undergo cyclic regeneration, degeneration, and rest throughout adult life, with HFSCs playing a crucial role in maintaining hair growth cycles. MeSCs contribute to skin and hair pigmentation, while SG stem cells help maintain the skin barrier. These stem cells are regulated by internal and external signals, including factors secreted by their niche and immune-mediated signals, aging, and metabolic status. The study reviews the regulatory mechanisms of these stem cells in the context of hair regeneration and disease. It highlights the importance of signaling pathways such as BMP, Wnt, and JAK/STAT in regulating HFSC activity. The dermal papilla (DP) and other niches are critical for maintaining HF growth and regeneration. The immune privilege (IP) of anagen HFs protects them from immune attacks, and dysfunction in this IP is linked to inflammatory hair loss disorders. Hormones like androgens and prolactin also play a role in hair growth regulation. The review also discusses the impact of aging, metabolism, and stress on HF growth and regeneration. Aging leads to HFSC quiescence and loss, while metabolic changes and stress can affect stem cell activation and hair shaft miniaturization. Stress-induced changes in cellular signaling pathways and corticosterone levels can influence hair regrowth. The study emphasizes the need for further research into the molecular mechanisms governing HF regeneration and the development of therapeutic strategies for hair and skin disorders.This review article explores the molecular mechanisms underlying stem cell dynamics in hair follicle (HF) regeneration, focusing on the roles of hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs), melanocyte stem cells (MeSCs), and sebaceous gland (SG) stem cells. Hair follicles undergo cyclic regeneration, degeneration, and rest throughout adult life, with HFSCs playing a crucial role in maintaining hair growth cycles. MeSCs contribute to skin and hair pigmentation, while SG stem cells help maintain the skin barrier. These stem cells are regulated by internal and external signals, including factors secreted by their niche and immune-mediated signals, aging, and metabolic status. The study reviews the regulatory mechanisms of these stem cells in the context of hair regeneration and disease. It highlights the importance of signaling pathways such as BMP, Wnt, and JAK/STAT in regulating HFSC activity. The dermal papilla (DP) and other niches are critical for maintaining HF growth and regeneration. The immune privilege (IP) of anagen HFs protects them from immune attacks, and dysfunction in this IP is linked to inflammatory hair loss disorders. Hormones like androgens and prolactin also play a role in hair growth regulation. The review also discusses the impact of aging, metabolism, and stress on HF growth and regeneration. Aging leads to HFSC quiescence and loss, while metabolic changes and stress can affect stem cell activation and hair shaft miniaturization. Stress-induced changes in cellular signaling pathways and corticosterone levels can influence hair regrowth. The study emphasizes the need for further research into the molecular mechanisms governing HF regeneration and the development of therapeutic strategies for hair and skin disorders.
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