91 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Polygonum multiflorum extract helps grow hair by activating certain hair growth signals in mice.
August 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS)” Low levels of zinc, ferritin, and vitamin B12 are linked to severe hair loss in pregnant women during their last two trimesters.
50 citations
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September 2011 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipids” Maintaining the right amount of retinoic acid is crucial for healthy hair and skin.
48 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Valproic acid may help hair grow and could be a safe treatment for hair loss.
21 citations
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August 2011 in “Body Image” Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
8 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” Gintonin-enriched fraction promotes hair growth and could be a potential alopecia treatment.
5 citations
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February 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that understanding hair loss and considering medical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride before surgery is important, especially for young patients with rapid hair loss, and that hairline design varies among different ethnicities.
2 citations
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September 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” Careful planning and execution in hair transplants improve hair density and reduce shock loss in women.
2 citations
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March 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair loss at the site where hair was taken for a transplant can be due to the normal hair growth cycle.
1 citations
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May 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” Injectable ACell with blood serum/PRP may slow hair loss and regrow thinning hair.
1 citations
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September 2021 in “Mağallaẗ Kulliyyaẗ al-ṭibb Baġdād” Low vitamin D levels may cause hair loss in women.
May 2023 in “Hair transplant forum international” Oral minoxidil shows promise for hair growth but needs more research on dosing and side effects.
September 2017 in “Hair transplant forum international” Biotin is popular for hair loss, but there's little scientific proof it works.
January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” Topical JAK inhibitors may help treat hair loss.
November 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Pumpkin seed oil may help with hair loss.
July 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” No clear evidence links green tea to hair loss through iron deficiency.
Low vitamin D3 and ferritin levels may cause hair loss in pregnant women.
November 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Keratin-associated proteins have ancient origins and were used for different purposes before being adapted for hair in mammals.
April 2022 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” Patchouli leaf extract hair tonic at 15% concentration is best for treating hair loss.
September 2016 in “Gynecology Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine” Effective treatment for skin issues in women with PCOS includes oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and other medications and procedures.
January 2021 in “Hair transplant forum international” Microneedling may help hair growth, but its pain and mixed results make its effectiveness unclear.
January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” Microneedling shows promise for hair growth but needs more research.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss in Saudi women is linked to low iron and vitamin D levels.
January 2009 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Systemic cyproterone acetate and 5% topical minoxidil are effective and safe for treating female pattern hair loss.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that doctors should use a systematic method and tools like trichoscopy to diagnose hair loss causes.
1 citations
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June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Betulin oil doesn't stop hair loss or help regrow hair in hypothyroidism.
May 2026 in “Nepal Journal of Dermatology Venereology & Leprology” Stress does not significantly cause hair loss among medical students.
May 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” Some factors like thyroid disease, diabetes treatment, hair dryers, natural hairstyles, and scalp conditions can affect the treatment results for a hair loss condition called CCCA.
January 2014 in “Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd. eBooks” Bimatoprost may help with hair loss.
98 citations
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February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.