22 citations
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January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
February 2024 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” Plant-based treatments can effectively and safely treat hair loss.
43 citations
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May 1986 in “Clinics in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
May 2011 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” Breast cancer survivors may have a higher risk of falls, tamoxifen could prevent breast cancer and deaths, new guidelines urge caution with prostate cancer therapy, and early balding in men may indicate a higher prostate cancer risk.
January 2026 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Multicomponent crystals in microneedles improve drug delivery for hair loss treatment.
10 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Cold caps and certain drugs may help prevent or reduce hair loss from chemotherapy, but more research is needed.
27 citations
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March 1994 in “Harvard Review of Psychiatry” Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
September 2013 in “Science” Special astroglia cells improved stroke recovery in rats, a hair growth drug reduced cancer spread, and tiny magnesium structures were more easily shaped.
1 citations
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August 2020 in “Food Research” Plant extracts like Avicennia marina, Boehmeria nipononivea, and Camellia sinensis could potentially treat hair loss with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
64 citations
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March 1984 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Cyproterone acetate effectively reduced hair growth in hirsute patients by lowering androgen levels and altering androgen metabolism.
PMEE may help reverse greying hair by boosting melanin production.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved hair regrowth in a child with Alopecia Universalis.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Alcohol-free minoxidil is better for treating hair loss in Indian men.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “Current Oncology” Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
September 2025 in “Asian journal of pediatric dermatology.” Abrocitinib helped a 14-year-old girl with severe alopecia areata regrow her hair significantly.
32 citations
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanoformulations improve drug delivery through the skin, reducing side effects and enhancing effectiveness.
30 citations
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April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology” The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
12 citations
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January 2004 in “Reproductive biomedicine online” Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
1 citations
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September 2005 in “Oncology times” Wearing a frozen glove during chemotherapy can reduce nail and skin problems but may not be comfortable for everyone.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.
1 citations
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December 2021 in “Pakistan biomedical journal” Eating certain seeds may help reduce symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Intralesional methotrexate and triamcinolone acetonide are more effective than Vitamin D3 for treating alopecia areata.
50 citations
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February 2013 in “Annals of Clinical Biochemistry” Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.
14 citations
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” Exosomes and cell culture-conditioned media improve skin quality and reduce aging signs.
5 citations
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Coffea arabica shows promise for skin care due to its beneficial compounds.
13 citations
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September 2022 in “Materials & design” The new patch for treating mouth sores releases medicine slowly, sticks well, and helps healing without the side effects of current creams.
12 citations
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May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Probiotics may help treat skin conditions like acne and eczema safely.
8 citations
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Polyphenols may help treat skin diseases due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Enterococcus faecium broth may slow aging and improve health by boosting immunity and gut bacteria.
The herbal hair dye using Platycladus orientalis effectively prevents hair loss, covers gray, and is gentle and safe for all ages.