August 2017 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” Latisse (bimatoprost 0.03%) is widely used in dermatology but the document doesn't give detailed evidence or numbers.
September 2016 in “Aktualʹnì pitannâ farmacevtičnoï ì medičnoï nauki ta praktiki” The minoxidil cream-mask is stable and effective for hair growth when prepared at 60-80ºC.
24 citations
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July 1983 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Tigason improved hair growth in a boy with monilethrix without side effects.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil may be effective for hair loss treatment.
6 citations
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July 2015 in “JAAD Case Reports” Doxycycline can effectively treat hair loss caused by EGFR inhibitors.
January 1995 in “Revista de arqueología” 1 alpha,25-dihydroxy-vitamin D3 and calcipotriol speed up cell differentiation in hair follicles.
February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Both skin products were equally effective in improving facial discoloration and skin quality.
Light fraction patchouli oil at 1.5% effectively treats dandruff and promotes hair growth.
March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Two cosmetic lotions improved hair growth and had better cosmetic effects than 2% minoxidil.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil increases hair thickness and length in children with a hair disorder called Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome.
80 citations
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December 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil and spironolactone combo effectively reduces hair loss and improves hair density in women.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “PubMed” A specific enzyme that activates the hair growth medication minoxidil when applied to the skin was identified.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” Minoxidil alone is as effective as the combination but has fewer side effects.
May 2013 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” The multimodal microemulsion with minoxidil, diclofenac, and tea tree oil is more effective for hair growth than minoxidil alone.
5 citations
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December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by undergoing a process in hair follicles and certain skin cells, and by increasing the production of compounds essential for hair growth and maintenance.
September 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” 5% topical minoxidil improves hair density and quality in monilethrix patients.
19 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” A new gel containing minoxidil can treat hair loss effectively, potentially reducing side effects and improving treatment.
February 2026 in “PubMed” Low-dose oral minoxidil improves hair loss and quality of life for women, despite mild side effects.
January 2007 in “Inpharma Weekly” Dutasteride is more effective for male pattern baldness than finasteride, and black cohosh extract BNO 1055 is as effective as conjugated estrogens in treating postmenopausal symptoms, with added benefits in reducing sweating and mental symptoms.
23 citations
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October 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Ethosomal minoxidil improves hair growth by penetrating deeper into skin and shortening hair cycle.
2 citations
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November 2009 in “Korean journal of chemical engineering” Adding Brij 78 to minoxidil microparticles in a certain solution helps them stick to the skin better and prevents clumping.
January 2011 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Spironolactone is a safe and effective hair loss treatment, especially with minoxidil.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Solid Lipid Particle technology makes retinol more stable, effective, and gentle on the skin.
August 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral and sublingual minoxidil seem safe for children with hair disorders.
1 citations
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August 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Using both 5% spironolactone and 5% minoxidil together is safe and more effective for treating hair loss.
January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” Long-term use of minoxidil may cause hair follicles to transform into noticeable terminal hairs, leading to trichostasis spinulosa.
11 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”
21 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Costunolide helps human hair cells grow and can stimulate hair growth in mice.
January 2025 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Combining fractional CO2 laser with minoxidil is more effective for hair growth in alopecia areata than minoxidil alone.
April 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Topical Vorinostat shows promise for treating alopecia areata by promoting hair regrowth.