April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Topical cetirizine with microneedling effectively promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
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September 1986 in “Pediatric dermatology” Zinc therapy improved hair health in a girl with acrodermatitis enteropathica.
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May 2005 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie” Oral zinc and topical steroids can effectively treat chronic scalp pustules and hair loss in elderly patients.
10 citations
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June 2018 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Topical Flutamide 1% gel effectively and safely reduces acne.
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June 1988 in “PubMed” 3% topical minoxidil is ineffective for severe chronic alopecia areata.
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April 2017 in “Journal of research in pharmacy practice” The combination of zinc sulfate and calcium pantothenate effectively controls early-stage hair loss.
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January 2022 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” The combination of arginine and zinc reduces hair loss and increases hair growth effectively.
March 2017 in “International journal of current advanced research” Medicated shampoos can help reduce hair loss associated with dandruff.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal shampoo effectively treats dandruff and is a promising natural alternative.
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February 2021 in “IONTech.” Shampoo with 5% snail mucus promotes the most hair growth.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Selenium disulfide shampoo effectively reduces dandruff and is well-liked by users.
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July 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.
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January 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Zinc sulphate solution was not effective in reducing the number, duration, or severity of recurrent herpes simplex infections.
March 1997 in “Medical Molecular Morphology” Zinc deficiency causes early scalp hair damage that recovers slower than skin symptoms.
July 2025 in “Pakistan Journal of Intensive Care Medicine” Clobetasol propionate 0.05% ointment is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% ointment for treating alopecia areata.
Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are often treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications, which can reduce symptoms and yeast growth on the scalp.
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August 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Squaric acid dibutylester led to complete hair regrowth in 28.5% of patients with alopecia areata.
July 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” The supplement significantly improves hair density and appearance in people with hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Zinc chloride can cause human scalp cells to multiply and die.
December 2018 in “Esperienze dermatologiche” A lotion with Centella asiatica extract reduced hair loss by 41% and increased hair strength without side effects.
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” Zinc treatment improved skin and hair issues in a boy with a zinc-related condition.
December 2020 in “Jurnal RSMH Palembang (Online)” A man with a fungal scalp infection got better after treatment with griseofulvin, cetirizine, and ketoconazole shampoo.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” The supplement improved hair health and reduced shedding in people with telogen effluvium.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” POLEVAN® improves hair shine, moisturizes the scalp, and maintains foam quality in shampoos.
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February 1990 in “PubMed” Zinc may help treat alopecia areata by boosting certain immune cells.
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April 2008 in “Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology” Shampoos with more than 0.6% of cationic minoxidil particles can promote hair growth.
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January 1985 in “PubMed” Low zinc levels in hair are linked to hair loss and diaper rash in infants.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Topical cetirizine improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed.