October 2022 in “Journal of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences” Different substances can affect how well the skin absorbs minoxidil, a hair loss drug. Caprylic acid helps the skin absorb it the best, followed by propylene glycol and water.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” L-(+)-Tartaric Acid may help increase certain hair growth genes without harming cells.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
Three Indian medicinal plant compounds help hair growth.
Isotretinoin and tazarotene help treat acne, while minoxidil and finasteride promote hair growth.
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April 2023 in “Veterinary sciences” Researchers found genes that may explain why some pigs grow winter hair, which could help breed cold-resistant pigs.
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April 2014 in “PLoS ONE” A rare gene variant causes hair and nail issues in a family.
December 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Chemical Engineering” November 2023 in “Plants” Compounds from Jatropha cordata bark have significant anti-inflammatory effects and could help with hair loss.
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December 2024 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” 1 citations
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May 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” The new chitosan dressing heals wounds better and faster than current products.
January 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” A new accurate and reliable method was developed to measure Spironolactone and Hydrochlorothiazide together in medicines.
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October 2021 in “Applied materials today” A new microneedle patch and yellow light therapy significantly promote hair regrowth.
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January 2009 in “Carbon” Pure carbon nanotubes are safe for mice, but impure ones cause immune issues and hair loss.
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April 2013 in “Chinese Chemical Letters/Chinese chemical letters” The method effectively identifies and measures seven banned substances in cosmetics.
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May 2002 in “PubMed” The document concludes that treatment for excessive hair growth depends on the cause, with options including hair removal methods and medications like anti-androgens or insulin-sensitizing drugs.
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January 2021 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” PRP can help treat hair loss but needs standardized methods for best results.
1′S-1′-Acetoxychavicol acetate may help treat hair loss by reducing oxidative stress.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Nanoparticles may improve caffeine delivery for hair growth, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
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July 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Minoxidil can improve hair growth in some patients with woolly hair due to LIPH variants, with varying responses and mild side effects.
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July 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Nanocarrier technology in cosmetics improves ingredient delivery and effectiveness while reducing side effects.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” KATP channel openers may cause peripheral edema by reducing lymphatic contractions and flow.
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January 2008 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Hormonal therapies like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone may help some women with hair loss, but finasteride 1mg is not useful, and the effectiveness of other treatments is still unclear.
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November 2024 in “Phytomedicine” Isoquercitrin helps hair grow by activating certain cell processes.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Early diagnosis and a combination of treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, are recommended for managing hair loss in India.
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March 2023 in “Antioxidants” Rosemary may help treat various skin conditions due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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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.
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January 2022 in “Journal of nanomaterials” Silver nanoparticles made from Ziziphus nummularia fruit extract promote hair growth and fight bacteria and fungi.
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September 2025 in “ChemMedChem” Multitarget drugs are needed to better treat complex diseases.
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March 2023 in “Scientific Reports” Researchers developed a new method to test hair growth drugs and found that adult cells are best for hair growth, but the method needs improvement as it didn't create mature hair follicles.