research Comparison of finasteride versus flutamide in the treatment of hirsutism
Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.
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research Management of congenital ichthyoses: European guidelines of care, part two
European guidelines recommend regular eye and ear exams, skin care, vitamin D supplements, and cautious use of medications for managing congenital ichthyoses.
research Nanocrystals of medium soluble actives—Novel concept for improved dermal delivery and production strategy
Nanocrystals improve skin penetration and stability of caffeine, suggesting a new method for delivering similar substances through the skin.
research What should it take to describe a substance or product as 'sperm-safe'
Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
research Alopecia areata update
Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.
research ‘The psychosocial burden of alopecia areata and androgenetica’: a cross‐sectional multicentre study among dermatological out‐patients in 13 European countries
People with hair loss conditions experience more anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life than those without these conditions.
research Clinical dose ranging studies with finasteride, a type 2 5α-reductase inhibitor, in men with male pattern hair loss
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern hair loss with a 1 mg daily dose.
research Review of Fluconazole Properties and Analytical Methods for Its Determination
Fluconazole is an effective antifungal medication with potential side effects and lacks official analytical methods for its determination.
research 11 Treatment of hirsutism and acne with cyproterone acetate
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
research Dermal nanocrystals from medium soluble actives – Physical stability and stability affecting parameters
Caffeine nanocrystals for skin products stay stable with the right stabilizer, but grow in size at higher temperatures.
research Treatment of hirsutism by finasteride and flutamide in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
research Hair problems in women
Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
research MOUSE MODELS FOR THE STUDY OF HUMAN HAIR LOSS
Mice are useful for researching human hair loss and testing treatments, despite some differences between species.
research Novel and Established Potassium Channel Openers Stimulate Hair Growth In Vitro: Implications for their Modes of Action in Hair Follicles
Potassium channel openers like minoxidil help hair grow by acting on hair follicles.
research Clinical comparison of extended-release divalproex versus delayed-release divalproex: pooled data analyses from nine trials
Extended-release divalproex is better tolerated and more effective for seizures and psychiatric symptoms than delayed-release divalproex, but doesn't reduce hair loss.
research Application of Bio-fortification through Plant Breeding to Improve the Value of Staple Crops
Bio-fortification through plant breeding can improve the nutritional value of staple crops by adding essential minerals.
research A primer on cosmetics
Dermatologists need to know about cosmetics to help patients with skin issues and recommend safe products.
research Hair Follicle Targeting and Dermal Drug Delivery with Curcumin Drug Nanocrystals—Essential Influence of Excipients
Excipients greatly affect how well curcumin nanocrystals penetrate the skin and target hair follicles.
research Comparison of finasteride and flutamide in the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism
Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
research Finasteride, a Type 2 5α-reductase inhibitor, in the treatment of men with androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, improving growth and density.
research Defining Social Housing: A Discussion on the Suitable Criteria
Social housing is a system for those with limited financial resources, needing subsidies and an allocation system, with Germany fitting this criteria.
research Development of a health-related quality of life questionnaire for women with androgenetic alopecia
WAA-QOL measures impact of hair loss on women's well-being.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
research Alopecia areata: A review
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition treated with corticosteroids, and histologic confirmation is the best diagnosis method.
research Inhibition of the Androgen Receptor by Antisense Oligonucleotides Regulates the Biological Activity of Androgens in SZ95 Sebocytes
Blocking the androgen receptor in skin cells reduces their growth response to male hormones, suggesting a possible treatment for skin conditions linked to androgens.
research Novel agents for the treatment of alopecia
New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially finasteride for men and a stronger minoxidil formula.
research Hair follicle characteristics and fibre production in South American camelids
South American camelids should be sheared early, fleece type affects fiber quality, and the S/P follicle ratio doesn't distinguish between Bolivian llama genotypes.
research Continued improvement in pressure-flow parameters in men receiving finasteride for 2 years
Finasteride improves urinary function in men for 2 years.
research Contact allergy to essential oils cannot always be predicted from allergy to fragrance markers in the baseline series
Allergies to some essential oils may not be found with standard fragrance tests.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.