March 2026 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” Minoxidil is a safe, FDA-approved treatment for hair loss, available in topical and possibly low-dose oral forms.
November 2025 in “Archaeometry” Animal hair from 18th-century Mazamet burial sites shows locals used goat, badger, cow, or horse fur for clothing, indicating modest economic status.
March 2024 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” Many people in Fez-Meknes use potentially toxic plants for various health and cosmetic purposes, but more research is needed to ensure their safety.
January 2017 in “대한피부과학회지” Minoxidil effectively improved hair loss in a teenage girl with androgenetic alopecia.
January 2019 in “Estudo Geral (Universidade de Coimbra)” Algae are promising for skincare due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties.
10 citations
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November 2009 in “Pigment cell & melanoma research” The document concludes that MGRN1 affects mouse fur color by interfering with a receptor's signaling, but its full role in the body is still unknown.
46 citations
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January 1991 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil works in liver and outer hair root sheath for hair growth.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology” Melatonin helps grow more secondary hair follicles in young goats, improving cashmere production.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” Argan oil and cupuassu butter can protect hair after dyeing.
November 2025 in “Andalas University eThesis (Andalas University)” Rosemary extract hair tonic is a safe and effective natural alternative for promoting hair growth.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Düşünen Adam” Agomelatine might help stop hair loss caused by valproate.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” 0.5% minoxidil mesotherapy is more effective and safe for hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia than topical 2% minoxidil.
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January 2016 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Sargassum muticum extract and its component apo-9'-fucoxanthinone may help hair growth and treat hair loss.
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December 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” Hormonal changes during the reproductive cycle may cause seasonal skin problems in captive female fossas.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Sandalore, a synthetic scent, was found to reduce hair loss and improve hair growth in women with hair shedding issues.
45 citations
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August 2011 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” Chitosan microparticles improve minoxidil sulphate delivery, potentially reducing daily applications.
September 2022 in “KnE medicine” Argan oil in hair tonic increases hair growth and weight in mice, with the best results at 3% concentration.
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December 2021 in “Foods” Seaweeds contain beneficial compounds with potential uses in food, cosmetics, and health, but more research is needed to improve extraction and safety.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” ZNF750 and MPZL3 are important in causing seborrheic dermatitis.
15 citations
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December 2013 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” MAGP-1 decreases with age, leading to weaker, sagging skin.
6 citations
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January 1997 in “Medical Mycology” The fungus Piedraia hortae damages hair by slowly breaking down its layers, leading to long-lasting infection.
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January 2009 in “Eclética Química” A simple and quick method was found to measure minoxidil in drugs accurately.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Conroy's book on Morgellon's disease lacks credible evidence and scientific validity.
September 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” MaasaLong may improve male health and erections naturally without side effects.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Deleting MPZL3 increases skin oil production and reduces body fat.
April 2022 in “Medicina estética” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved treatment for female hair loss, with other potential treatments needing more research for effectiveness.
November 2024 in “DELOS Desarrollo Local Sostenible” Thunbergia grandiflora and Russelia equisetiformis help each other grow by changing their shapes.
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December 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
December 2024 in “http://isrctn.com/” MpowerTM may improve hair growth and satisfaction more than plain minoxidil, with mild side effects.