80 citations
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April 2006 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Minoxidil and Finasteride are effective for male baldness; more research is needed for hair aging treatments.
25 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” VDR regulation varies by tissue and is crucial for its biological functions.
19 citations
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December 2018 in “Experimental and Molecular Medicine” Small molecule IM boosts hair growth by changing stem cell metabolism.
18 citations
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February 2014 in “PubMed” Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “动物学研究” The gene GJA1 is important for regulating coarse hair density in goats.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The research shows a potential way to regenerate hair using adult cells that have been grown and guided to produce new hair fibers.
April 2026 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” Melanocyte stem cells in hair follicles are key to understanding and potentially preventing hair graying.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” FAPD in children may not depend on androgens and should be treated with anti-inflammatory measures and minoxidil.
40 citations
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July 2011 in “The journal of clinical hypertension” Hydralazine and minoxidil are blood pressure medications that relax blood vessels, with potential side effects like rapid heartbeat and fluid retention, and are used for severe or pregnancy-related hypertension.
10 citations
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April 2020 in “PloS one” Lack of Crif1 in hair follicle stem cells slows down hair growth in mice.
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March 2022 in “Polymers” Substances from Ascidian tunics might help treat hair loss as effectively as Minoxidil.
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March 2024 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Dermatology drug use in Denmark mostly follows expected patterns, but further checks are needed for any misuse.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Combining different drugs can improve hair loss treatment.
May 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Oxyresveratrol promotes hair growth and may help treat hair loss.
January 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Low-level laser therapy effectively improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia with minimal side effects.
Hair loss can be managed with medications, therapies, and lifestyle changes to prevent loss and encourage growth.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Nannochloropsis salina fermented oil may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing oxidative stress.
May 2024 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” Diphenylcyclopropenone is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata in children, with maintenance therapy reducing relapse risk.
February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” UV exposure reduced hair shine in mice, but minoxidil helped restore it.
February 2023 in “Molecules” Cactus extract from Notocactus ottonis may help promote hair growth.
October 2017 in “World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” Combination therapy with higher concentrations of minoxidil can lead to rapid hair growth in pattern baldness with no significant side effects.
11 citations
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September 2024 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Switching JAK inhibitors or using dupilumab may help some alopecia areata patients who don't respond well to initial treatments.
88 citations
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September 2003 in “Clinical endocrinology” Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
34 citations
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June 2015 in “Journal of cardiovascular pharmacology and therapeutics” Direct vasodilators and sympatholytic agents are still useful for certain conditions despite being less common due to side effects and newer drugs.
33 citations
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January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
24 citations
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August 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Non-thermal plasma could help hair growth by activating key cell signals.
19 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Indian dermatologists recommend treating common hair loss with a balanced diet, stress reduction, mild shampoos, and sometimes minoxidil and supplements.
19 citations
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January 2012 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Grateloupia elliptica extract may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
18 citations
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May 2023 in “Preprints.org” Caffeine can boost health but may cause side effects like high blood pressure and migraines.