October 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kefarmasian Indonesia” Cinnamon essential oil and virgin coconut oil hair tonic promoted hair growth, with the highest concentration performing better than the positive control.
Platelet-rich plasma therapy might help treat some kinds of hair loss.
November 2022 in “CARDIOMETRY” A group has developed therapies that show promise for treating cancer and various other conditions.
September 2022 in “Farmacja Polska” Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
January 2017 in “Cogent Medicine” Extracts improve hair growth in alopecia.
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January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Effective treatments for lichen planopilaris are unclear due to inconsistent results and a lack of strong research evidence.
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August 2019 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Combining light therapy, acid, and microneedling improves hair regrowth in stubborn hair loss cases.
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October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Using 3% topical minoxidil can help women with hair loss, but more research is needed.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Curcumin and piperine may effectively and safely promote hair regrowth in alopecia.
July 2024 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanostructured lipid carriers effectively deliver tofacitinib to hair follicles, reversing hair loss in alopecia areata.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” PRP injection therapy shows promise for treating hair loss, increasing hair count and thickness with minimal side effects.
August 2006 in “Experimental dermatology” New treatments targeting insulin, blood flow, and inflammation could improve hormone-related hair conditions with fewer side effects.
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April 2024 in “ACS Chemical Neuroscience” A new method accurately measures nine neuroactive steroids in small blood samples, helping to study brain diseases.
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June 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
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July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
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April 2020 in “Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology” Alopecia areata may be linked to scalp microbiome differences, suggesting potential treatments with prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics.
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July 2018 in “Molecules” Gene expression in milk cells and blood can help detect illegal rbST use in cows.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Opophytum forskahlii seed oil may help with anti-aging and hair growth.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pioneering Medical Science” Dietary interventions improved hair density and reduced dandruff by balancing scalp microbiota and reducing inflammation.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Topical alternatives like Redensyl, Procapil, onion juice, and rosemary oil may help with hair loss and have fewer side effects.
Nanocarriers with plant extracts show promise for safe and effective hair growth treatment.
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June 2015 in “EMBO Reports” Forensic DNA phenotyping can help generate new leads in cold cases but faces accuracy, legal, and acceptance challenges.
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May 2022 in “Biomedicines” Botryococcus terribilis and its compounds may promote hair growth and improve hair health.
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January 1996 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Antimicrobial lotion reduces inflammation and increases hair density in hair loss patients.
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March 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
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June 2006 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Liposomes and niosomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment.
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Mesenchymal stem cells show potential for skin healing and anti-aging, but more research is needed for safe use, especially regarding stem cells from induced pluripotent sources.
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June 2016 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that fat grafting is safe and effective but carries risks that need careful management.
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April 1999 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, improving growth and density.