36 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Archives of Clinical and Medical Case Reports” Changing hair's surface and structure can help protect its natural oils from being washed away.
7 citations
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September 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Blond hair lightens more with visible light directly, while ultraviolet light lightens it after washing by damaging other hair parts.
157 citations
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June 2015 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Hair cortisol and cortisone levels increase with age, are higher in diabetics, vary by gender, decrease with frequent hair washing, and are lower in winter.
Coreopsis tinctoria Nutt. extract can effectively dye hair yellow or dark brown with good wash durability.
September 2023 in “Scientific reports” Segmental hair analysis can track testosterone over time but needs adjustments for sex, hair color, and washing frequency.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” A gentler, less damaging method for curling hair using tyrosine works well initially but fades after washing.
Combining Hebai formula with minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss better than minoxidil alone.
2 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Alfredo Rebora suggests a simpler classification for hair loss and a new test for easier diagnosis.
6 citations
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February 1974 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
9 citations
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September 1977 in “Journal of Small Animal Practice” Mange in guinea pigs can be cured with gamma benzene hexachloride washes.
August 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Early treatment is key for permanent hair loss disorders, with options ranging from medications and phototherapy to immunomodulators and antibiotics, depending on severity and type.
November 2004 in “Qucosa (Saxon State and University Library Dresden)” Active agents mainly stay on the hair surface after short washes.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” Dirty dots are a common scalp finding in elderly women and can be washed away with shampoo.
October 2023 in “Jurnal Farmasi Galenika (Galenika Journal of Pharmacy)” Traditional herbs in Amarasi District may help treat dandruff and hair loss.
15 citations
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July 2004 in “Journal of Wildlife Diseases” Ivermectin effectively treats hair loss syndrome in black-tailed deer.
1 citations
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May 2016 in “Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation” Exotic lice infest 45% of California mule deer, with younger and selenium-deficient deer more vulnerable.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This eco-friendly hair dye method improves hair health and color durability.
September 2025 in “Clinical Toxicology” Contaminated wheat caused hair loss and other symptoms due to high selenium, but washing it with alkaline water helped.
21 citations
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January 2016 in “NeuroImmunoModulation” Hair cortisol levels can indicate stress over the past three months.
7 citations
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October 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” About 40% of women without hair loss and 60% with hair loss experience a lot of hair shedding, especially those under 50 with long hair.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” The method can identify minerals in hair from water, and using coconut oil or conditioner can prevent mineral buildup.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” Nanomaterials can make hair care products work better and safer.
September 2019 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” Ayurvedic treatment with Bhringraj Vati and coconut oil was safe and effective for reducing hair fall.
September 2025 in “Journal of Surfactants and Detergents” Shampoos with sodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate improve hair lubrication and reduce irritation.
1 citations
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August 2006 in “International forensic science and investigation series” Hair testing is a reliable method for detecting workplace drug use when done with proper sample preparation and confirmation.
December 2018 in “Esperienze dermatologiche” A lotion with Centella asiatica extract reduced hair loss by 41% and increased hair strength without side effects.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Hard water increases magnesium deposits on hair without changing its structure.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of pharmacy and pharmacology” Luliconazole is more effective than ketoconazole at repairing damaged hair cuticles.
Maria is losing a lot of hair and is considering using Rogaine.