January 2024 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” The method accurately measures steroid hormones in hair to study hormone dynamics related to hair loss.
December 2023 in “Forensic science international. Genetics” The RapidHIT ID system can effectively get DNA profiles from hair roots with enough cells.
November 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss increased after a New York Times article.
September 2023 in “Scientific reports” Segmental hair analysis can track testosterone over time but needs adjustments for sex, hair color, and washing frequency.
September 2023 in “Nature Communications” Rare genetic variants in five specific genes are linked to male-pattern hair loss but only account for a small part of the risk.
June 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Stem cell therapy from hair follicles effectively treats advanced hair loss with minimal side effects.
May 2023 in “Animal Reproduction Update” High levels of cortisol in hair show long-term stress which can lower fertility in animals.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in chemistry” Zolpidem shows up in hair from the top back of the head after one dose and fades over time, suggesting it gets into hair through blood and sweat.
March 2023 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” GPR40 agonists help hair growth through the protein ANGPTL4.
January 2023 in “Open Life Sciences” VEGFR-2 activation is likely involved in hair follicle growth, survival, and development.
January 2023 in “Health science reports” French maritime pine bark extract significantly increased hair density in menopausal women.
January 2023 in “Advances in pharmacology and clinical trials” Human hair is a significant sample for various tests in clinical, nutritional, archaeological, and forensic studies.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Indian Medicine” Ayurveda offers holistic treatments for hair fall, including therapies and lifestyle changes.
December 2022 in “Discover Psychology” A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
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.
January 2022 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Women with diffuse hair loss often have lower iron and vitamin D levels, but their thyroid function is typically normal.
January 2019 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” Advanced microscopy shows hair damage and keratin proteins' roles, aiding future cosmetic treatments.
January 2018 in “Communications in computer and information science” Researchers developed a computer system to automatically diagnose hair loss by analyzing scalp images.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Sweat glands and hair follicles are determined by opposing signals, with BMPs promoting sweat glands and blocking BMPs leading to hair follicles.
April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Tafluprost could be a potential treatment for hair loss by promoting hair growth phase changes.
March 2009 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” Skin biopsies help diagnose hair loss conditions accurately.
January 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss affects 20% of people, more in men and those over 35, and is often associated with a sensitive scalp.
June 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Walter P. Unger suggests that copying a person's natural hair direction and angle during transplants leads to a more natural and fuller appearance.
May 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The patient's hair improved after treatment, but the genetic link is unclear.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal hair dye gel is a safe and effective natural alternative to chemical dyes, improving hair and scalp health.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal hair dye gel is a safe and effective natural alternative to chemical dyes, improving hair and scalp health.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal mehendi gel safely colors hair and nourishes the scalp.
April 2026 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Hair organoids are effective for testing hair loss treatments.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research” The polyherbal hair serum is a safe and effective alternative for reducing dandruff and strengthening hair.
April 2026 in “Dermatological Reviews” Ultrasound delivery of hair serum improves hair appearance and health more than microneedling.