July 2023 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Hair can indicate health issues and help diagnose and treat conditions in Ayurveda.
Certain ingredients in personal care products, like formaldehyde, oxidative hair dyes, and sulfates, pose health risks and need careful review.
January 2020 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
May 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” The first Japanese family with Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis showed hair condition improvement in a child and highlighted the risk of misdiagnosis.
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June 2015 in “Contact Dermatitis” A standardized patch test for hair cosmetics is needed in Europe to prevent allergies, especially for hairdressers.
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June 2018 in “Cosmetics” AMPD is a better and less damaging alternative to ammonium hydroxide for hair bleaching.
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April 2006 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Minoxidil and Finasteride are effective for male baldness; more research is needed for hair aging treatments.
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
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October 2018 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” Certain bacteria and fungi are linked to healthy scalps and dandruff, suggesting that the scalp's microbial balance affects its health.
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October 2000 in “Dermatologic clinics” A scarring hair loss condition mainly affects middle-aged women of African descent, impacting their quality of life, with treatments more effective when started early.
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January 2011 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Using a hair dryer at 15 cm with continuous motion causes less damage than natural drying.
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January 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Tight hairstyles, especially on chemically treated hair, can cause reversible hair loss if caught early but may become permanent if not addressed.
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July 2014 in “International Journal of STD & AIDS” HIV patients with lower CD4 T cell counts often have more skin problems.
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October 2019 in “Annals of palliative medicine” New targeted cancer drugs can cause skin side effects, and managing them requires patient education and timely care.
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July 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Alopecia areata caused a boy's hair to regrow straight instead of curly, but the exact reason is unknown.
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November 2021 in “Stress” Girls had higher stress hormone levels during school due to social and emotional issues, while boys had higher overall hormone levels with slight changes when school started.
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September 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most HIV patients in the study showed skin and mucous membrane issues, with oral thrush being the most common.
May 2026 in “Journal of Health Sciences and Medicine” Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 nanoparticles effectively protect hair from heat damage.
January 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Personalized hair care can help manage hair-focused repetitive behaviors.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Thermal protectants help reduce hair damage from heat styling.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Thermal protectants help reduce hair damage from heat styling.
Biosea® Revive Serum is safe and effective for improving hair growth and health.
A genetic variant in the KRT71 gene may cause loose anagen hair and wooly hair, and symptoms might improve with age.
October 2023 in “Nutrients” Millet and wheat extracts may improve hair health and promote growth.
March 2022 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” Sea hibiscus leaf extract at 30% concentration in a hair tonic significantly increased hair growth in guinea pigs.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Certain medications can cause hair loss, which varies in severity and can be treated with specific drugs.
June 2020 in “Authorea (Authorea)” First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.
October 2018 in “Oncology Times” Hair is important for aging and cancer treatment, affecting emotions, culture, and health.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
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January 2017 in “Pigment International” Early hair graying is often inherited and influenced by genetics, environment, and lifestyle, but treatment options are limited.