16 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
12 citations
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
11 citations
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January 2004 in “Exogenous dermatology” Outside factors like grooming, chemicals, and the environment can damage hair and cause disorders.
Selenium can be toxic to animals, causing serious health issues, especially in horses.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “PloS one” Different amounts of daylight affect cashmere growth in goats by changing the activity of certain genes and molecules.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery” Proper hair care and safe use of hair products are crucial for those with hair loss.
Ladakh hotsprings contain compounds with potential medicinal benefits for various health conditions.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” Unani medicine effectively reduced hair loss in a 24-year-old woman without side effects.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Herbal treatments are effective and preferred for hair loss with fewer side effects.
October 2022 in “Veterinária notícias/Veterinária Notícias” A 5-year-old Akita with a rare skin condition improved significantly after treatment.
July 2020 in “IP International Journal of Maxillofacial Imaging/International journal of maxillofacial imaging/IP International journal of maxillofacial imaging” Mesotherapy might be a good and safe way to treat hair loss, refresh skin, and reduce dark spots, with quick treatment times.
April 2018 in “Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal/Maǧallaẗ Asyūṭ al-ṭibiyyaẗ al-baytariyyaẗ” Zinc levels in body fluids can help diagnose zinc deficiency in lambs, with fecal zinc as an early indicator.
23 citations
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July 1982 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
7 citations
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January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Air pollution can cause hair loss, and using antioxidants, special shampoos, and coconut oil can improve scalp health and hair density.
June 2025 in “Asia-Pacific Journal of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology” Papain from papaya may help treat cardiovascular diseases by breaking down fibrin.
90 citations
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January 1979 in “International review of cytology” Wool follicles are complex, involving interactions between different cell types and structures.
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January 2007 in “Journal of health science” The enzymatic method can effectively identify chemical treatments on hair.
October 2023 in “Animal production science” Vitamin A deficiency changes cattle hair structure, while pregnancy may improve it, suggesting hair can indicate cattle health.
December 2022 in “Deleted Journal” Sheep wool keratin solution safely and effectively promotes hair growth.
24 citations
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November 1978 in “Biochemistry” α-type filaments in guinea pig hair follicles have unique structural features.
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
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May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
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July 2009 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” Combining MSM with MAP significantly promotes hair growth.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Avoid chemical and physical damage to protect hair.
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January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
18 citations
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October 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract promotes hair growth by changing hair follicle metabolism to boost keratin production.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Cosmetic procedures can harm hair, but damage can be minimized with knowledge and care; however, once hair is damaged, it cannot be reliably repaired.
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September 2017 in “Analytica Chimica Acta” Hair elemental analysis could be useful for health and exposure assessment but requires more standardization and research.
70 citations
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
63 citations
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May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.