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research Have the facts on topical minoxidil been smoothed over?
Topical minoxidil may slow hair loss but often doesn't lead to satisfactory hair regrowth and requires ongoing treatment.
research Evaluation of Not-Activated and Activated PRP in Hair Loss Treatment: Role of Growth Factor and Cytokine Concentrations Obtained by Different Collection Systems
PRP treatment improves hair growth, and the device used can affect results, with some being more effective.
research The efficacy of subcutaneous slow‐release melatonin implants in the prevention of canine flank alopecia recurrence is uncertain: A double‐blind, randomized, placebo‐controlled study
Melatonin implants did not effectively prevent hair loss in dogs.
research Evaluation of platelet-rich plasma as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia: A randomized controlled trial
PRP treatment improves hair density and thickness for alopecia, but needs more research.
research Is hormonal treatment still an option in acne today?
Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.
research A double-blind, placebo-controlled study of inositol in trichotillomania
Inositol was not more effective than a placebo in treating trichotillomania.
research Minoxidil 2% lotion for eyebrow enhancement: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, spilt-face comparative study
Minoxidil 2% lotion is safe and effective for making eyebrows thicker and fuller.
research Safety and efficacy of ALRV5XR in women with androgenetic alopecia or telogen effluvium: A randomised, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial
ALRV5XR significantly improves hair density in women with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
research The Effects of Lower vs Higher Cell Number of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) on Hair Density and Diameter in Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA): A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo, Parallel-Group Half-Scalp IRB-Approved Study.
Higher cell number PRP improves hair density and diameter more than lower cell number PRP.
research Hair growth effect of traditional Chinese medicine BeauTop on androgenetic alopecia patients: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial
BeauTop improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Minoxidil was promising for treating male and female pattern baldness in 1994, but more research on genetics and other treatments was needed.
research Feel better by planting trees and taking up yoga
Planting trees and doing yoga might make you feel better; yoga can help with asthma symptoms, and certain treatments can improve female hair loss.
research The Development of BL 7660 as an Anti‐Acne Agent
BRL 7660, once studied for male contraception, showed promise as an acne treatment but was not developed further due to competing drugs.
research Global photographic assessment of men aged 18 to 60 years with male pattern hair loss receiving finasteride 1 mg or placebo
Finasteride significantly improves hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.
research A pilot study evaluating the efficacy of topically applied niacin derivatives for treatment of female pattern alopecia
Niacin derivatives may increase hair fullness in women with hair loss.
research Scalp biomarkers during dupilumab treatment support Th2 pathway pathogenicity in alopecia areata
Dupilumab treatment reduces Th2-related markers and helps hair growth in alopecia areata, showing Th2's role in the condition.
research Efficacy and tolerability of HDMHG0401-10 in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia-A Randomized Double-blind Placebo-controlled Trial
HDMHG0401-10 improves hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia and has no major side effects.
research Treatment Options for Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are effective for treating hirsutism, with antiandrogens being the most effective.
research Evidence-based treatments for female pattern hair loss: a summary of a Cochrane systematic review
Minoxidil helps regrow hair in female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Spironolactone versus placebo or in combination with steroids for hirsutism and/or acne
Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
research A 3-Month, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Ability of an Extra-Strength Marine Protein Supplement to Promote Hair Growth and Decrease Shedding in Women with Self-Perceived Thinning Hair
An extra-strength marine protein supplement helped increase hair growth and decrease hair shedding in women with thinning hair.
research Treatment of Keratosis Pilaris With 810-nm Diode Laser
The 810-nm diode laser improves skin texture in keratosis pilaris but not redness.
research Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis
Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
research AUSTRALIAN TRIAL OF TOPICAL MINOXIDIL AND PLACEBO IN EARLY MALE PATTERN BALDNESS
Minoxidil modestly increases hair growth in men with early baldness and is safe to use.
research Efficacy and safety of different JAK inhibitors in the treatment of alopecia areata: a network meta-analysis
Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Treatment of contact burn injury with hypericum perforatum: An experimental study
Hypericum perforatum gel helps heal burns effectively.
research Sesquiterpene-Enriched Extract of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. Retards Axillary Hair Growth: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study
Curcuma aeruginosa extract lotion significantly reduces underarm hair growth.
research Treatment of chronic alopecia areata with tildrakizumab: an open‐label pilot study
Tildrakizumab showed limited effectiveness in treating chronic alopecia areata in a small group of patients.
research Safety and Clinical Efficacy of KūlarisTM, an Herbal Supplement for Mild to Severe Acne Vulgaris – A 12-Week Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
Kūlaris improved quality of life for acne sufferers without side effects.