April 2026 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” S. anacardium shows promise for hair and scalp health but needs more research and safety measures.
November 2025 in “Pharmacological Research” Plant-derived nanoparticles from Polygoni Multiflori Radix promote hair growth better than Minoxidil by affecting androgen pathways.
August 2025 in “MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications” Liposomal delivery systems improve drug absorption through the skin, offering potential for better treatments.
March 2024 in “Journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences” Polymeric microneedles offer a less invasive, long-lasting drug delivery method that improves patient compliance and reduces side effects.
December 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Some leukemia treatments can cause skin reactions similar to keratosis pilaris.
December 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Metformin might help treat certain skin conditions, but more research is needed.
November 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Arsenic exposure from contaminated water severely damages the skin, causing hair loss, pigmentation changes, irritation, and can lead to skin cancer.
October 2023 in “Biomaterials” Nanotechnology could improve hair regrowth but faces challenges like complexity and safety concerns.
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April 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Hair loss in alopecia areata can negatively affect sexual quality of life.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Understanding how Regulatory T Cells work could help create treatments for certain skin diseases and cancers.
Thermal spring waters and their microbes could be good for skin health and treating some skin conditions in skincare products.
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March 2009 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Understanding EGFR roles could lead to new hair loss treatments.
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October 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Some skin, hair, and nail supplements can be toxic, interact with medications, affect lab tests, and may increase cancer risk.
October 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Iron balance is crucial for skin health, affecting conditions like psoriasis and hair loss.
May 2023 in “Asian journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences” Ketoconazole is effective for treating various fungal infections and has new uses in dermatology, but oral use can have serious side effects.
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February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanovesicles improve drug delivery through the skin, offering better treatment outcomes and fewer side effects.
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September 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Daily low-dose aspirin lowers minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
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July 2002 in “Dermatologic clinics” Patients with certain skin symptoms and high ANA titers should be monitored for potential systemic lupus.
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June 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Ablative fractional resurfacing could improve how well topical drugs penetrate the skin, but more research is needed to fine-tune the method.
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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” A dietary supplement with Boswellia serrata, Curcuma longa, and Vitis vinifera showed potential improvement in hair health for telogen effluvium patients, but more research is needed.
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
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March 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Specialized techniques are needed for hair restoration in individuals with curly Afrocentric hair due to unique challenges.
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December 2020 in “Dermatological reviews” COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.
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October 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Glucocorticoids and sex hormones affect skin health, with potential for targeted treatments to minimize side effects and treat skin conditions.
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April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
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December 2003 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.
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March 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” Intralesional therapy for keratoacanthoma is effective and has fewer side effects than systemic treatments.
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January 1993 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, works better for women, and requires consistent use.
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Start acne treatment early to prevent scarring, consider antibiotic resistance, use maintenance therapy, and manage side effects carefully.
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August 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that mesotherapy can be effective for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.