January 2026 in “Cosmetics” The fermented solution from Platycladus orientalis leaves may boost hair growth and reduce inflammation.
January 2026 in “Neurochemistry International” 24-Hydroxycholesterol reduces DHT formation in brain cancer cells, linking cholesterol and hormone metabolism.
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November 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Compounded topical preparations should be used with caution for severe psoriasis and generally come after systemic treatments.
Compounded topical minoxidil works better and is more tolerated than over-the-counter minoxidil for treating hair loss in Black women.
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February 2020 in “PubMed” The topical solution improved hair density and appearance in men with androgenetic alopecia.
Most patients were satisfied with topical finasteride, and few experienced side effects.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Combining compound glycyrrhizin with minoxidil is more effective for alopecia areata than minoxidil alone.
March 2025 in “Drug Development Research” The new gel combining minoxidil and tofacitinib effectively treats alopecia areata by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
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January 1991 in “Food and chemical toxicology” Different zinc compounds cause varying levels of skin irritation in animals.
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January 2007 in “edoc (University of Basel)” Piper cubeba and Aquilaria sinensis may help prevent or treat prostate issues by balancing hormones.
December 2025 in “JMIR Dermatology” Topical finasteride is well-tolerated and satisfies most users with minimal side effects.
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January 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Enilconazole and lime sulfur work well for whole body treatment, while other products need frequent application for effective antifungal action.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Minoxidil can cause a skin reaction called ALEP.
December 2023 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” A new topical treatment for hair loss shows strong hair growth effects with low toxicity.
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August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Nanoparticles improve skin treatment but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
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October 2020 in “Journal of nanomaterials” Silver nanoparticles made from Grewia optiva leaf extract show strong antibacterial, antioxidant, and hair growth benefits.
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January 2015 A compound from Aloe barbadensis Miller can help regrow hair better than minoxidil.
Isotretinoin is recommended for acne treatment as it is as effective as cyproterone compound.
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June 2011 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Nanoparticles effectively deliver water-insoluble drugs to hair follicles, stimulating hair growth without irritating the skin.
February 2025 in “Processes” A new CBD topical formulation may effectively and safely treat alopecia.
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February 2024 in “Diversity” African plants can treat hair issues and may help with diabetes.
February 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Understanding acne medication chemistry helps doctors treat acne better.
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August 2021 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Minoxidil is the main over-the-counter treatment for hair loss, with other options like finasteride, latanoprost, retinoic acid, antioxidants, biotin, nutraceuticals, and platelet-rich plasma therapy also showing promise.
A 12-year-old girl was misdiagnosed with alopecia areata but actually had a nevus sebaceus with a genetic mutation.
February 2022 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” A 36-year-old woman with worsening hair loss over 10 years was treated with various medications, and after six months, her hair loss did not worsen significantly.
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September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The human hair follicle can store topical compounds and be targeted for drug delivery with minimal side effects.
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June 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” A new drug, abrocitinib, helped a child with severe hair loss regrow hair.
January 2026 in “Indus journal of bioscience research.” Hibiscus extract is a safe, effective, and stable ingredient for moisturizing creams.