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July 2021 in “PubMed” Vitamins A, B, C, and D are important for skin health and are being explored for new uses, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Low iron and vitamin B12 levels are common in women with chronic hair loss, while low vitamin D is less common.
February 2025 in “Iraqi Journal of Science” PCOS patients have higher LDH and lower cortisol, dopamine, zinc, and vitamin D3, which may contribute to their symptoms and obesity.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Vitamin D deficiency is common in people with certain types of hair loss, like alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss.
January 2024 in “International journal of chemical research and development (Print)” Low levels of vitamin B12, iron, ferritin, and zinc are linked to hair loss in Iraqi women.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” The polyherbal hair oil with Vitamin B7 may increase hair growth, reduce hair loss, and protect against dandruff.
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July 1985 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Biotin improved hair growth and combability in one child with uncombable hair syndrome.
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February 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Biotin supplements are not proven to improve hair or nails and may interfere with medical tests.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” The herbal hair serum promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss.
January 2026 in “ChemistrySelect” The bio-based hair serum is a sustainable and effective alternative to silicone serums, offering better hair protection and eco-friendly benefits.
January 2015 in “Proceedings of the Oklahoma Academy of Science” Eating raw cotton seeds can cause hair loss, likely due to gossypol.
August 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The shampoo's ingredients' effect on a hair growth pathway in cells was tested, but the results are not given.
June 2026 in “Research Square” Vitamin D may help with certain types of hair loss in women.
April 2022 in “JAAD International” Women with frontal fibrosing alopecia have similar vitamin D levels to those with other hair loss types, suggesting vitamin D is not a key factor in this condition.
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March 2018 in “Dermatologie pro praxi” Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness, except for minoxidil, which works but stops working if you stop using it.
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September 2021 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Dexpanthenol helps human hair follicle cells grow by preventing aging and death, and by supporting growth signals.
October 2019 in “CRC Press eBooks” Retinoids can both cause and treat different hair disorders.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Herbs like hibiscus, onion, and aloe vera may help hair growth and are good alternatives to conventional treatments.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Rice water benefits skin and hair by hydrating, promoting growth, and fighting dandruff.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Rice water benefits skin and hair by hydrating, promoting growth, and fighting dandruff.
December 2025 in “Cosmetics” The bio-based complex effectively repairs and protects chemically damaged hair.
The new method accurately measures active ingredients in hair nourishment products.
The combination of high-dose toremifene and capecitabine was effective for advanced recurrent breast cancer.
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May 2018 in “Photochemistry and photobiology” The Hair BB Cream effectively prevents UV damage and improves hair health.
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July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” Some vitamins and minerals are important for preventing hair loss, but treating hair loss with them without a known deficiency is not proven effective.
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January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
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July 1979 in “Lancet” Biotin treatment can significantly improve hair loss and motor functions in certain metabolic disorders.
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January 2006 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” A mutation in the VDR gene affects hair cycling without needing ligand binding.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
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June 2018 in “Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism/Journal of pediatric endocrinology and metabolism” Patients with the same genetic mutation for vitamin D-resistant rickets showed different symptoms but all improved with treatment except for hair loss.