research Biology of Human Hair: Know Your Hair to Control It
Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.
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research Idiopathic hirsutism: excessive bodily and facial hair in women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research Scalp Reconstruction and Repair
Effective scalp reconstruction requires a wide range of surgical skills and an understanding of hair biology.
research A patient with combined polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2
A woman was the first known case to have both polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2, suggesting a need to check for both conditions in similar patients.
research Clouston Syndrome: Report of a Jordanian Family with GJB6 Gene Mutation
A Jordanian family with Clouston syndrome has a common GJB6 gene mutation.
research International Journal of KIU
Genetics influence opioid addiction risk, diet affects COVID-19 severity, Aerva lanata may harm kidneys, some plants fight fungi and cancer, and nursing students need better contraceptive knowledge.
research Novel Approaches in Herbal Cosmetics: An Overview
Herbal cosmetics are becoming more popular because they are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits.
research Alopecia areata susceptibility variant identified by MHC risk haplotype sequencing reproduces symptomatic patched hair loss in mice
A gene variant causes patched hair loss in mice, similar to alopecia areata in humans.
research The clinical effect of JetpPeel-assisted topical minoxidil in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: A randomized pilot study
JetPeel-assisted minoxidil improves hair density and thickness more than minoxidil alone.
research Marie-unna hereditary hypotrichosis
A 12-year-old boy with a rare genetic condition has progressive hair loss with no effective treatment.
research A missense mutation in Lama3 causes androgen alopecia
A gene mutation in Lama3 is linked to a common type of hair loss.
research Perceptions of female age, health and attractiveness vary with systematic hair manipulations
Shiny, straight hair is seen as more youthful, healthy, and attractive.
research Forensic DNA Phenotyping
Forensic DNA Phenotyping accurately predicts physical traits and is used in investigations, but needs more diverse population data for confirmation.
research Loss-of-Function Mutations in HOXC13 Cause Pure Hair and Nail Ectodermal Dysplasia
Mutations in the HOXC13 gene cause hair and nail development issues.
research An overview of chemical straightening of human hair: technical aspects, potential risks to hair fibre and health and legal issues
Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
research The Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI ) used as the benchmark in validation of 101 quality‐of‐life instruments: A systematic review
The DLQI is a key tool for measuring quality of life in dermatology.
research The Genetics of Acne
Genetics play a major role in acne, but environmental factors and epigenetics also contribute.
research Epidemiological Analysis of Alopecia in Migrant Communities at Dr. Hair™ Clinics
Migrant and minority communities face higher rates of alopecia due to genetic, environmental, and cultural factors, needing better healthcare access and culturally aware treatments.
research Elaine Fuchs: ISSCR's President-Elect
Elaine Fuchs aimed to boost global involvement and education in stem cell research as ISSCR president.
research Microemulsions as Solubilizers and Penetration Enhancers for Minoxidil Release from Gels
Microemulsions can improve minoxidil delivery and effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
research Potential use of human hair shaft keratin peptide signatures to distinguish gender and ethnicity
Keratin peptides in hair might help identify gender and ethnicity.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia in an A frican man
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can affect African men and may be underdiagnosed.
research Molecular Analysis of the ABCA4 Gene Mutations in Patients with Stargardt Disease Using Human Hair Follicles
Hair follicles can be used to study gene mutations in Stargardt disease.
research “A thing of beauty is a joy forever”. Plants and plant-based preparations for facial care in Suriname
Suriname uses many plants for beauty, with potential for a beauty industry, but more evidence is needed for product effectiveness.
research Werner's syndrome: incidental finding during pregnancy
A pregnant woman with Werner's syndrome died during childbirth, but her baby survived and did not have the syndrome.
research Efficacy, Safety, and Real-World Aspects of Janus Kinase Inhibitors to Treat Patients With Alopecia Areata
Janus kinase inhibitors are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research The Effect of Ferritin, Vitamin D, and Some Hormonal and Biochemical Parameters on Patients with Female-pattern Hair Loss after COVID-19 Infection
Low ferritin and Vitamin D levels may cause hair loss after COVID-19.
research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata
Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research Recent advances in Forensic DNA Phenotyping of appearance, ancestry and age
Forensic DNA Phenotyping can now better predict appearance, ancestry, and age from DNA, but more research is needed for precise police use.
research Human hair shaft proteomic profiling: individual differences, site specificity and cuticle analysis
Human hair proteins vary by individual, body site, and ethnicity, useful for forensics.