10 citations
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May 1983 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Some people with severe hair loss saw hair regrowth after a specific light and drug treatment.
3 citations
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July 1997 in “The Lancet” Finasteride may increase hair growth and prevent baldness in men, but can cause sexual side effects.
1 citations
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May 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The microstrip technique for hair transplantation is effective and discreet for patients needing fewer than 1500 grafts.
November 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The drinkable supplement increased hair growth and was safe for women with hair loss.
January 2021 in “대한피부과학회지” The solution increased hair density safely and effectively for hair loss.
January 2018 in “Journal of Visualized Experiments” PRP injections significantly increased hair count and density with less pain.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Scientific Reports” A new treatment called SAMiRNA-AR68 increases hair count in people with hair loss, showing similar results to existing treatments but without side effects.
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April 1985 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical PUVA can cause temporary hair regrowth in some alopecia areata patients but doesn't change the long-term outcome.
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September 2017 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” LED light therapy may help hair growth by activating certain cell pathways.
26 citations
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March 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” 2% topical minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia.
3 citations
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October 2013 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine” The treatment is a safe and effective option for hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata.
March 2026 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma speeds up wound healing after hair transplant surgery.
January 2026 in “Redalyc (Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México)” PRP is effective and safe for hair growth and facial rejuvenation.
October 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Stevioside-based microneedles improve minoxidil delivery and hair growth for treating hair loss.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Higher fluence low-level laser therapy effectively promotes hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, with varying effects based on sex.
May 2026 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Lasers and energy-based devices effectively and safely treat hair loss, especially when combined with other treatments.
May 2026 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Applying dutasteride on a damp scalp improves its delivery to hair follicles.
January 2026 in “Современные проблемы науки и образования (Modern Problems of Science and Education)” 308 nm excimer phototherapy can help some people with alopecia areata regrow hair, especially if their condition is less severe.
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December 1990 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” The study found that horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are better for analyzing hair loss, showing fewer hairs and more fine hairs in balding areas.
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July 2014 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” UVB radiation changes the levels of certain microRNAs in skin cells, which may affect cell survival and hair growth.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Most white Spanish women have a widow's peak, and their hairline measurements could help in hair restoration surgery.
September 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Combining minoxidil with other treatments like platelet-rich plasma or finasteride increases hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
May 2025 in “UNESP Institutional Repository (São Paulo State University)” The 5 mg dose of oral minoxidil is not more effective than the 2.5 mg dose for treating male hair loss.
July 1997 in “The Lancet” A new protein linked to Alzheimer's was discovered, and a hair loss treatment showed effectiveness but had some sexual side effects.
May 2024 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.” The three-layer microneedle system effectively delivers minoxidil into the skin, showing potential as a safe and efficient treatment for hair loss.
63 citations
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October 2005 in “Archives of Dermatology” Shorter, thinner hairs indicate AGA, while longer, thicker hairs suggest CTE; counting and measuring shed hairs helps diagnose hair loss type.
4 citations
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July 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical PUVA and tacrolimus ointment can effectively and safely treat infant alopecia universalis.
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April 2014 in “International Wound Journal” The V-Y-S plasty is a safe and effective one-stage method for repairing medium to large scalp defects.
1 citations
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June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” The Anchor Flap is an effective, quick treatment for severe baldness but requires skilled surgeons and careful patient selection.
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January 2011 in “Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine” This therapy effectively treats resistant alopecia areata with minimal side effects.