June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Both treatments work, but Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® is better for certain scalp areas and less advanced hair loss.
October 2017 in “Doctoral thesis, UCL (University College London).” Lipid-based nanoparticles are effective for applying hair growth treatments to the skin.
May 2025 in “Italian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Start with minoxidil and finasteride for male hair loss; other options exist if needed.
January 2024 in “Figshare” Turpentine ointment is an effective and safe treatment for folliculitis.
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November 1997 in “Andrology” Finasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate and male baldness, improves symptoms of hirsutism in women, but doesn't work for acne, and may delay prostate cancer progression with few side effects.
June 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Dutasteride is the most studied alternative drug for androgenetic alopecia, but more high-quality research is needed.
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May 1988 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Both 2% minoxidil gel and solution effectively increase hair growth in men with early baldness.
More minoxidil applied topically leads to better hair growth in male pattern baldness.
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September 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Apremilast may be a promising long-term treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa.
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August 1995 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical immunotherapy is more effective than dapsone for treating severe alopecia areata.
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September 2019 in “Springer eBooks”
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April 2020 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Acyclovir cream may slow down hair growth, suggesting it could be a new treatment for excessive hairiness.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Combining PRP with topical minoxidil is the most effective for increasing hair density in male pattern baldness.
July 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Finasteride niosomes were developed and found to be effective in treating hair loss, with better results than commercial minoxidil, and could be a promising topical treatment for hair loss.
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November 1996 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology” The saw palmetto serum improved hair growth and reduced hair loss and dandruff.
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December 2020 in “American Journal of Dermatological Research and Reviews” The combination therapy was effective and well-tolerated, especially in young patients.
August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Topical treatments and lasers can improve axillary hyperpigmentation, but no best method is established yet.
April 2025 in “Journal of Pioneering Medical Science” Topical minoxidil is safer and improves hair density better than oral minoxidil.
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January 2018 A woman had an unusual allergic reaction to a hair loss treatment, which cleared up after stopping the treatment and using a different medication.
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January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
November 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” More effective treatments are needed for alopecia areata, hidradenitis suppurativa, and vitiligo.
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January 1991 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil doesn't change scalp oil production.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The new baby shampoo and wash with stearic acid is safe and potentially effective for nourishing babies' skin.
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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% and 2% minoxidil solutions effectively promote hair growth and reduce hair loss, with 5% being slightly more effective but having more side effects.
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January 2016 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” 5% minoxidil foam is a safe, effective treatment for male pattern hair loss, with increased hair count and few side effects.