research Do men’s faces really signal heritable immunocompetence?
Masculine facial features may not reliably indicate heritable health, and more research is needed.
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research The zombie commodity: hair and the politics of its globalization
The article concludes that the global hair trade is exploitative and reflects complex cultural and economic issues.
research An intergenerational androgenic mechanism of female intrasexual competition in the cooperatively breeding meerkat
Androgens in female meerkats influence aggression and dominance, affecting social dynamics and offspring behavior.
research "You Need a Makeover!": The Social Construction of Female Body Image in "A Makeover Story", W"hat Not to Wear", and "Extreme Makeover"
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
research Androgen receptor gene polymorphism and biological age markers in men
AR gene variations don't affect aging markers in men.
research “You Need a Makeover!”: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in “A Makeover Story”, W “hat Not to Wear”, and “Extreme Makeover”
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and pressure women to conform to societal ideals.
research No evidence for the immunocompetence handicap hypothesis in male humans
Higher free testosterone levels in men are linked to a stronger immune response, not weaker.
research Study on the Sexual Attractiveness of Male Beard and Female Long Hair to the Opposite Sex
Beards and long hair may affect how attractive someone is to the opposite sex.
research Showing progress. Defining self-tracking as an aesthetic audio-visual genre
YouTube videos of men using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair and beard growth form a unique self-tracking genre that helps build community and shape male identity.
research Looking westwards: Men in transnational men’s magazine advertising in India
The conclusion is that top men's magazines in India promote Western ideals of masculinity, favoring fair-skinned, youthful, and Western Caucasian men.
research Male experiences of hair removal and loss: depilation practices and motivations
Men are increasingly removing body hair for looks and cleanliness, and while hair loss can cause distress, it doesn't affect their self-esteem as much as it does in women.
research Striking poses: The fantastic figure of Yul Brynner
Yul Brynner's unique physical presence and gestures defined his star image.
research The self in the obsessive–compulsive-related disorders: hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania
The conclusion is that self-concept, shame, and emotion regulation are key factors in hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania, and should be targeted in treatment and research.
research Terapia capilar: um novo modelo de formação profissional e negócio no setor de beleza masculino
Scalp therapy in barbershops boosts service quality and business opportunities in men's grooming.
research Effect of Kuntai Capsule Combined with Nilestriol Tablets in the Treatment of Perimenopausal Syndrome and on Reproductive Hormones
Kuntai capsules combined with nilestriol tablets effectively reduce perimenopausal symptoms and improve hormone levels.
research Pesquisa e desenvolvimento de produtos cosméticos para o público masculino com óleos essenciais: caracterização da pele, eficácia clínica, perfil de consumo e influência da publicidade
Men's skincare products with essential oils can improve skin health and may increase male interest in cosmetics.
research Physical attractiveness, same-sex stimuli, and male venture capitalists’ financial risk-taking
Less attractive male venture capitalists take more risks influenced by entrepreneurs' looks, while more attractive ones are generally risk-tolerant.
research Men’s Baldness Stigma and Body Dissatisfaction
Bald men's facial expressions are seen more negatively, and many men are dissatisfied with their bodies, including hair loss.
research Masculinity, Modernity and Male Baldness, c.1880‐1939
Baldness challenged men's self-image and masculinity in Britain from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, leading to a market for hair loss treatments.
research Men’s Use of Cosmetic Surgery and the Role of Traditional Masculinity Ideologies
Men who strongly follow traditional masculinity are more likely to have cosmetic surgery to feel powerful and successful.
research "See Me, Touch Me, Feel Me": (Im) Proving the Bodily Sense of Masculinity
Advertisements shape and reinforce idealized masculinity and gender norms.
research Men’s use of cosmetic surgery and the role of traditional masculinity ideologies
Men use cosmetic surgery to feel and look better, often influenced by traditional masculinity ideals.
research "Pin the Macho on the Man": Mediations of Gay Male Masculinity in 'The Body Politic', 1971-1987
The Body Politic both reinforced and challenged traditional masculinity in gay culture.
research Beard transplants and facial hair trends: why men are motivated to have surgery
Men are getting more beard transplants to look better and follow fashion trends.
research A high price toupee: The costs of baldness in Por los pelos
Baldness is stigmatized as unattractive and is often mocked in media, affecting mostly Caucasian men.
research Bald’s Leechbook and the Construction of Male Health in Anglo-Saxon England
The Leechbook shows how hair and sexual health were key to medieval masculinity and some remedies may still be useful.
research "Hey, Look Me Over": (Re)Visioning and (Re)Producing Contemporary Masculinities
Masculinity in media is evolving to challenge traditional gender roles and promote more complex male identities.
research Nonsurgical Management of Facial Masculinization and Feminization
Injectables can feminize or masculinize a transgender person's face, but more research is needed for best practices.
research Contents
Men are increasingly interested in cosmetic treatments that enhance masculinity and address aging without downtime, with tailored approaches for different ethnicities and a focus on hair restoration and body contouring.
research The manosphere and men's health: unpacking the links between online communities, body dysmorphia and erectile dysfunction
Young men's erectile dysfunction is linked to mental health issues and risky behaviors promoted by online communities, highlighting the need for better mental health support and healthy masculinity standards.