75 citations
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July 2016 in “New phytologist” The protein RSL4 is crucial for making root hairs longer by controlling genes related to cell growth.
112 citations
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July 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ruby laser pulses best destroy hair follicles during the growth phase and effectiveness varies with laser intensity; melanin is key for targeting, and timing treatments can improve results.
Copper levels in green hair decreased significantly after treatment.
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September 2008 The herbal extract promoted faster hair regrowth in mice.
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September 2018 in “Apollo (University of Cambridge)” Phosphate starvation reduces calcium signaling in plant roots.
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August 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Sunscreens with UVA blockers effectively reduce skin fluorescence for several hours.
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November 2004 in “Blood” RXRa is crucial for Th2 immune cell development and may link nutrition to immune health.
Adenophora Radix extract can promote hair growth and increase melanin in mice.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Red fluorescence in AGA scalps is linked to different microbes.
March 2026 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Medicaid coverage for alopecia areata treatments is inconsistent and often limited.
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Hydroxychloroquine may help some hair disorders, but results vary.
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October 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract promotes hair growth by changing hair follicle metabolism to boost keratin production.
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April 2023 in “Polymers” The study created 3D-printed pills that effectively release a hair loss treatment drug over 24 hours.
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June 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Black dots under trichoscopy can appear in different hair and scalp conditions, not just in alopecia areata.
May 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Qu-shi-yu-fa Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and strengthening.
MLO proteins are crucial for root hair growth by regulating calcium and ROS levels.
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January 2017 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” Alopecia affects patients' quality of life, with younger patients and longer-lasting hair loss experiencing greater impact.
January 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Certain blood cell ratios are higher in kids with alopecia areata and might help predict the disease.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” Gujian oral liquid reduces osteoarthritis symptoms by targeting inflammation.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hydroxychloroquine may cause false results in tuberculosis tests for patients with autoimmune skin diseases.
September 2023 in “Biomedicines” Squalene may be a marker for certain types of alopecia.
Baricitinib quickly improved severe alopecia areata, with almost total hair regrowth in three months.
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May 2019 in “Journal of International Medical Research” Xiaoaiping reduces chemotherapy side effects and improves quality of life for breast cancer patients.
April 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Janus Kinase inhibitors are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
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August 2020 in “Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology” Yellow Chinese chive extract helps protect mouse livers from damage caused by acetaminophen by activating an antioxidant pathway.
January 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetics Dermatological Sciences and Applications” Iontophoresis greatly improves skin absorption of certain substances, especially in hairy mice.
November 2023 in “Dermatologica sinica/Zhōnghuá pífūkē yīxué zázhì” Upadacitinib helped regrow hair in a severe alopecia areata patient but stopping treatment caused hair loss to return.
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June 2021 in “EClinicalMedicine” ALRV5XR significantly improves hair density in women with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
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April 1971 in “Journal of Wildlife Diseases” Switching flying squirrels' diet from seeds to mouse chow restored their hair.
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April 2020 in “JAAD case reports” JAK inhibitors help hair regrowth but not fully effective for androgenetic alopecia.