August 2022 in “Case reports” Isotretinoin effectively treated a rare scalp condition, but careful drug monitoring and a dairy-free diet were important.
Tofacitinib significantly regrows hair in severe alopecia without major side effects.
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July 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology” Vitamin D3 ointment improved skin bumps on the chin but didn't give lasting results after stopping use.
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October 2010 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” The skin fully recovered after using the optical clearing agent, showing no long-term harm.
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May 2007 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Etanercept effectively treated a severe skin condition when other treatments failed.
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October 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” Drugs targeting the JAK/STAT pathway can improve atopic dermatitis but vary in effectiveness for vitiligo and alopecia areata, with generally mild safety concerns.
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February 1943 in “The American journal of digestive diseases/American journal of digestive diseases” Riboflavin helps heal bed sores, inositol aids skin diseases, and calcium pantothenate doesn't prevent gray hair.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology” Tofacitinib helped an 8-year-old child recover from a type of hair loss that is hard to treat.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The compounded topical solution is safe, stable, and effective for personalized alopecia treatment.
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for severe hair loss, but full regrowth is less likely after 10 years of hair loss.
July 2022 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” A new lotion with halobetasol and tazarotene successfully treats acne keloidalis nuchae.
May 2026 in “Materials Today Bio” The nanocomplex protects hair from UV damage and strengthens it.
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April 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical tofacitinib may effectively and safely regrow facial hair in some people with alopecia areata.
March 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Tofacitinib is effective for treating alopecia totalis and universalis, with some patients experiencing significant hair regrowth.
August 2024 in “Turkish Journal of Pediatric Disease” Zinc spray and cream effectively treated a baby's zinc deficiency disorder.
September 1998 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Intermittent isotretinoin can cause various skin, hair, and nail changes.
July 2025 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Both treatments improved alopecia areata, but methotrexate caused more skin darkening, while triamcinolone caused skin lightening and thinning.
January 2026 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” TA-Ado effectively promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss.
August 2010 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that low-dose acne treatment is most suitable for moderate acne, with high patient satisfaction and low relapse rates.
January 2026 in “Annals of Dermatology” Alitretinoin may help treat mild to moderate alopecia areata.
March 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The supplement aims to improve care for children with alopecia areata.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” L-(+)-Tartaric Acid may help increase certain hair growth genes without harming cells.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Arts” Trichloroacetic acid is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss in alopecia areata patients.
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October 2014 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine” Eating vitamin A affects hair growth and health by changing cell signals in mice.
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June 2010 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Isotretinoin is safe and effective for acne, with common side effects like dry lips; serious side effects are rare.
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May 1982 in “The American journal of the medical sciences” Vitamin A toxicity likely caused the patient's high calcium levels.
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January 2012 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” A boy with alopecia regrew hair using a vitamin D cream after other treatments failed.
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January 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Acanthus ebracteatus Vahl. extract and verbascoside may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth due to their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to protect against cell death.
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September 2006 in “Prescriber” Use topical retinoids for most acne cases, sometimes combined with other treatments.
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November 2018 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” Ethosomes are effective, safe carriers for delivering drugs through the skin.