18 citations
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PGD2 increases androgen receptor activity in hair cells, which could be targeted to treat hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2009 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” Korean clinic alopecia patients were mostly 20-30 years old, had rapid onset, and showed different symptoms in men and women, with androgenic alopecia being the most common type.
13 citations
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October 2017 in “Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry” Centella asiatica extract may help promote hair growth by blocking a specific cell signaling pathway.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are less favored for hair transplant surgery but show promise for hair growth in controlled trials.
35 citations
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October 2006 in “Journal of Dermatology” Teen hair loss common in boys, linked to family history and mild symptoms.
January 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology&Otorhinolaryngology&Dermatology” The woman's hair loss improved significantly after treatment with acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, and needle-embedding therapy.
September 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” COVID-19 increased hair loss cases, but vaccination did not.
6 citations
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August 2013 in “한국응용생명화학회지” Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Two specific genetic markers increase the risk of hair loss in Asian populations.
7 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” COVID-19 can increase the risk of hair loss, especially in people over 40.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.
January 2018 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride are effective for treating enlarged prostate and male pattern hair loss.
July 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some eczema treatments may cause conjunctivitis, many people have sensitive eyes, air pollution can increase skin wrinkles, hair loss medication does not affect sexual function, and dermatologists can help identify torture signs on refugees' skin.
3 citations
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June 2012 in “Korean Journal of Human Ecology” The supplement reduced hair loss and increased hair thickness safely.
2 citations
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August 2022 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji” BLH308, made from persimmon leaf, green tea, and sophora fruit, may help reduce hair loss by fighting oxidative stress and inflammation.
June 2024 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” The compound from Rhododendron mucronulatum roots may help treat male pattern hair loss.
December 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Poor hair health increases stress and motivates scalp care, while visible hair changes drive care behaviors more than scalp condition.
December 2023 in “Journal of Korean Society of Beauty Cultral Arts” Scalp massages and medical treatments for hair loss are more satisfying than folk remedies.
9 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” Fermented Zizyphus jujuba helps protect against free radicals and promotes hair growth.
4 citations
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September 2015 in “Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society” Researchers developed a quick and sensitive method to identify and measure hair growth-promoting substances in a herbal mix.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Aroma scalp massage improved scalp condition and satisfaction but not hair thickness or density.
August 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Hair loss stress increases interest in appearance and buying scalp care products.
40 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Korean Medical Science” Iron deficiency may contribute to hair loss.
1 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” Platycodon grandiflorum extract may help prevent hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2004 in “Journal of Physiology & Pathology in Korean Medicine” Thuja orientalis extract significantly promotes hair growth in mice with hair loss.
February 2026 in “Journal of Korea Society of Ingrielogy” PDO threads might help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
2 citations
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August 2018 in “Korean Journal of Plant Resources” Oregonin from Alnus japonica may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
21 citations
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January 2018 in “The Korean Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology” Modified stem cells from umbilical cord blood can make hair grow faster.
8 citations
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April 2012 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji” Rosa multiflora root extract promotes hair growth and prevents hair loss.
1 citations
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March 2021 in “Korean Journal of Clinical Laboratory Science” The extract promoted hair growth without significant toxicity.