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May 2012 in “PloS one” Low ERCC3 gene activity is linked to non-pigmented hair growth.
May 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Kukui nut oil helps hair and eyelash growth.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Herbs like hibiscus, onion, and aloe vera may help hair growth and are good alternatives to conventional treatments.
January 2023 in “Journal of orthopedics & bone disorders” Platelet-rich plasma may not be very effective for bone healing and hair growth due to a substance it contains that blocks these processes.
Glycyrrhizic acid and licorice extract can significantly reduce unwanted hair growth.
Three Indian medicinal plant compounds help hair growth.
25 citations
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November 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Certain Chinese herbs, especially Cacumen platycladi, can promote hair regrowth and reduce hair loss-related hormone levels in mice.
25 citations
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February 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide can regrow hair in alopecia areata but often has temporary effects and side effects.
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July 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
12 citations
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January 1988 in “YAKUGAKU ZASSHI” Certain natural extracts can promote hair regrowth.
August 2025 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” Celery extract and candlenut oil effectively and safely boost hair growth.
October 2024 in “Scientific Reports” OXTR agonists may promote hair growth and be effective for treating hair loss.
April 2025 in “Frontiers in Animal Science” Sheep exosomes can enhance hair growth in mice.
Minoxidil can slow hair loss and promote regrowth but won't fully restore hair.
17 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New techniques improve hair restoration success.
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August 2005 in “Evolutionary anthropology” Human hair is unique and important for understanding human evolution and identity.
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September 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Minoxidil can help transgender males grow facial hair before starting testosterone therapy.
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January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
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February 1988 in “The BMJ” The document explains different hair and scalp conditions, including common hair loss after pregnancy or illness, drug-induced hair loss, hereditary excessive hair growth, patterned baldness, autoimmune hair loss, and permanent loss due to skin disease, with generally limited treatment options.
Lactobacillus and fermented Korean berry can help hair grow faster.
June 2026 in “Journal of Comprehensive Dermatology” Minoxidil is effective for hair growth, especially with new delivery methods and personalized treatments.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Araliadiol may promote hair growth like minoxidil without being toxic.
33 citations
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September 2018 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Human hair shafts inhibit Gram-positive bacteria growth but not Gram-negative bacteria.
16 citations
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December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
12 citations
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February 2020 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” More body hair in young Australian women is linked to higher androstenedione levels.
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October 2015 in “Clinical Case Reports” A woman with acromegaly experienced severe hair loss from a drug called Lanreotide Autogel, which improved after stopping the treatment.
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January 2007 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Body hair can be used as an extra source of donor hair in hair restoration surgery for people with severe hair loss.
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May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” The meeting presented new findings on hair stem cells, pigmentation, genetics, and modern hair treatment techniques.
December 2022 in “Cureus” Hormones significantly influence hair growth, with conditions like hirsutism and patterned hair loss linked to hormone levels; more research is needed for full understanding.
December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” As women age, they experience changes in hair density and volume, face challenges in distinguishing normal hair loss from disease, and have limited access to treatments for hair issues.