90 citations
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December 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Thyroid-stimulating hormone affects hair follicles but doesn't change hair growth or color.
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September 2006 in “Experimental Dermatology” Interleukin‐1 α reduces androgen receptor levels and increases certain cytokines in human scalp cells.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) boosts hair growth and human scalp hair follicles have their own growth hormone system.
February 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Activating cAMP and ATP improves hair growth and strength.
4 citations
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December 2014 in “PubMed” Pre-operative hormone treatment for hypospadias surgery might improve outcomes, but more research is needed to confirm.
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May 1987 in “The Lancet” Topical minoxidil may help hair growth by improving blood flow to hair follicles.
November 2024 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Black mulberry may promote hair growth and improve scalp health.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's hair loss looked like a different condition due to her hairstyle, and treatment stopped further hair loss but didn't regrow hair.
January 2015 in “Spectrum Research Repository (Concordia University)” Porcine PRP can replace FBS and may promote hair growth.
December 2024 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” Shirodhara improves scalp health, hair growth, and skin appearance by reducing stress and enhancing circulation.
22 citations
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November 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A mix of 5-aminolevulinic acid and iron ion can speed up hair growth.
5 citations
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August 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Shampoo coacervates can cause scalp irritation due to released surfactants.
September 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” The light-guiding microneedle patch effectively stimulates hair growth in androgenetic alopecia without serious side effects.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A peptide in shampoo can promote hair growth and improve hair condition.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Activating a bitter taste receptor in hair follicles can stop hair growth by increasing a specific growth factor.
6 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of the mechanics and physics of solids/Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids” The model shows that factors like follicle shape and stiffness are key for hair growth and anchoring.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Topical melatonin may reduce skin aging by inhibiting certain cellular pathways.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal hair oil effectively promotes hair growth and improves hair health.
PRP therapy is effective and safe for treating hair loss, increasing hair follicles and reducing hair loss after at least 4 treatments.
5 citations
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May 2019 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” Women with nonclassic 21-hydroxylase deficiency can have successful pregnancies through IVF, with certain factors affecting their chances.
N793 may improve hair density in people with mild hair thinning.
4 citations
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August 2017 in “Cosmetics” The extract reduced sebum production and promoted hair growth.
1 citations
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November 2019 in “Applied sciences” Human hair provides more UV protection when aligned and at higher angles, but the scalp still gets UV exposure.
489 citations
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June 2005 in “The FASEB Journal” Human hair follicles can produce cortisol like the body's stress response system.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking mTORC1 activity could increase hair pigmentation and potentially reverse greying.
50 citations
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December 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser treatment can stimulate hair growth for male pattern hair loss.
8 citations
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April 2023 in “Cureus” Stem cells could be a better treatment for hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicles.
1 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” A woman's hyperandrogenism was caused by a genetic mutation leading to non-classic adrenogenital syndrome.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” Fenugreek seeds may improve hair health and growth.
Hair turning darker can be a sign of skin cancer.