June 2013 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” Glechoma hederacea extract may help promote hair growth and treat baldness.
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss.
The study investigates how modern hair styling cosmetics interact with and affect hair structure, especially under repeated stress. These products don't biologically repair hair but reorganize its surface and stabilize its structure through surface deposition and molecular penetration. The effectiveness of these cosmetics is influenced by the hair's existing damage, with factors like surface charge and porosity being crucial. Modern formulations use polymers, proteins, and bioinspired ingredients to form films that fill microdefects and reduce friction, while low-molecular-weight agents penetrate the cortex to restore crosslink density. The study emphasizes the need for a balance between penetration and structural reinforcement, as increased porosity can enhance agent uptake but reduce fiber stability. This research provides insights into how styling products reshape hair structure, moving from restorative claims to controlled structural compensation, and highlights the importance of tailoring products to specific hair damage profiles for improved outcomes.
Permanent micropigmentation can help cancer survivors feel better about themselves by restoring eyebrows lost during chemotherapy.
Moisture makes hair flexible for reshaping during blowouts.
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July 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Some women with PCOS have rare genetic variants linked to the condition.
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January 2006 Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Urban pollution and sun exposure speed up skin aging and wrinkle formation in Chinese women, with pollution's effects becoming significant after age 45.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” The Hair India 2010 conference introduced a new hair loss classification and highlighted advanced diagnostic techniques in trichology.
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August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care” Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
June 2022 in “Revista del Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires” A rare case of a man having both frontal fibrosing alopecia and vitiligo was reported.
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July 2010 in “Archives of internal medicine” A woman kept her eyelashes during chemotherapy possibly because of her glaucoma eye drops.
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May 2019 in “Cytotherapy” ATIR101 improves survival in stem cell transplant patients; Australian stem cell treatment decisions are influenced by regulation changes.
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September 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss can significantly affect a person's self-esteem and body image, especially in young people, those who value their looks highly, and women.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
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January 2001 in “Dermatology” Pili anulati may cause hair loss, proper diagnosis and treatment needed.
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December 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplants can risk reactivating lichen planopilaris, a scarring hair loss condition.
May 2013 in “Trends in Urology & Men's Health” Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.
March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants” Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” COPD flare-ups worsen life quality and increase hospital visits and costs.
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August 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Hair follicle biology advancements may lead to better hair growth disorder treatments.
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February 1983 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Vigilon, a new wound dressing, promotes faster and better healing with less pain.
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December 2024 in “Theranostics” The hydrogel effectively treats infected burn wounds by reducing pain and preventing infection.
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July 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Short anagen syndrome involves a hair growth phase lasting 1.5 years.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.
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January 2012 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry” C-reactive protein helps monocytes stick to blood vessel cells by causing oxidative stress.
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October 2008 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation surgery has improved, giving more natural results, and success depends on a skilled team and proper technique.