Advances in Topical Therapies for Clinically Relevant and Prevalent Forms of Alopecia

    December 2024 in “ Life ”
    Aarushi K. Parikh, Isabella J. Tan, S. Wolfe, Bernard A. Cohen
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    TLDR Topical treatments like minoxidil and corticosteroids are effective for hair loss, with JAK inhibitors promising for alopecia areata.
    The review discusses the effectiveness of topical therapies for various forms of alopecia, including androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, and scarring alopecias. It highlights treatments like minoxidil, corticosteroids, and Janus kinase inhibitors, noting their mechanisms, efficacy, and safety. Minoxidil and corticosteroids are effective across multiple alopecia types, while JAK inhibitors show promise for alopecia areata. The review emphasizes personalized treatment plans and identifies future research areas to improve outcomes for hair loss patients. Additionally, it explores novel treatments, including botanical extracts and peptides, and the role of patient-reported outcomes in evaluating treatment success.
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