research Innovative Uses for Zinc in Dermatology
Zinc can be a helpful secondary treatment for certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to guide its use.
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research Androgenic Alopecia and Stress-Induced Premature Senescence by Cumulative Ultraviolet Light Exposure
Chronic exposure to sunlight may worsen male pattern baldness and protecting the scalp from the sun could slow it down.
research The Biological Effects of a Pulsed Electrostatic Field with Specific Reference to Hair Electrotrichogenesis
A pulsed electrical field safely and effectively increased hair growth.
research A 6-month, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the ability of a marine complex supplement to promote hair growth in men with thinning hair
The marine complex supplement significantly improved hair growth in men with thinning hair without adverse effects.
research Hair care practices and structural evaluation of scalp and hair shaft parameters in African American and Caucasian women
African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Retrospective Chart Review
The study found that Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia mainly affects middle-aged African descent women, is linked to certain hair care practices and genetics, and often goes undiagnosed for years.
research A pilot split-scalp study of combined fractional radiofrequency microneedling and 5% topical minoxidil in treating male pattern hair loss
Combined microneedling and minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
research Quality of life measurement in alopecia areata. Position statement of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Task Force on Quality of Life and Patient Oriented Outcomes
Use specific tools to measure quality of life in alopecia areata patients and improve future treatments.
research Platelet‐rich plasma and microneedling improves hair growth in patients ofandrogenetic alopecia when used as an adjuvant to minoxidil
Combining platelet-rich plasma, microneedling, and minoxidil improves hair growth.
research Dose-response study of topical minoxidil in male pattern alopecia
Minoxidil 1% and 2% best promote hair growth and may prevent hair loss.
research Effectiveness of a Layer-by-Layer Microbubbles-Based Delivery System for Applying Minoxidil to Enhance Hair Growth
Minoxidil-coated microbubbles with sonication effectively enhance hair growth.
research Consensus on the use of oral isotretinoin in dermatology - Brazilian Society of Dermatology
The Brazilian Society of Dermatology agrees that oral isotretinoin is effective for acne and other skin conditions, and it's safe when monitored, but more research is needed on dosing and duration.
research Aromatic plants as cosmeceuticals: benefits and applications for skin health
Aromatic plants can naturally help prevent skin aging and improve skin health.
research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Transfollicular enhancement of gel containing cationic niosomes loaded with unsaturated fatty acids in rice (Oryza sativa) bran semi-purified fraction
The gel with special fat-loaded particles from rice bran could be an effective skin treatment for hair loss.
research Young men’s coping with androgenetic alopecia: Acceptance counts when hair gets thinner
Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
research Exfoliative cutaneous lupus erythematosus in German shorthaired pointer dogs: disease development, progression and evaluation of three immunomodulatory drugs (ciclosporin, hydroxychloroquine, and adalimumab) in a controlled environment
Hydroxychloroquine showed some potential, but overall, the three drugs had limited success in treating lupus in dogs.
research Automated digital image analysis (TrichoScan®) for human hair growth analysis: Ease versus errors
TrichoScan often makes mistakes and needs improvement for correct hair growth analysis.
research Attitudes, behaviors, and expectations of men seeking medical treatment for male pattern hair loss: results of a multinational survey
Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.
research TNF ‐inhibitor associated psoriatic alopecia: Diagnostic utility of sebaceous lobule atrophy
Shrinking of oil glands in the skin is a key sign of hair loss linked to TNF inhibitor drugs and may improve if the treatment is stopped.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Formulation of Sodium Valproate Nanospanlastics as a Promising Approach for Drug Repurposing in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Sodium Valproate nanospanlastics could be a safe and effective treatment for Androgenic Alopecia, with fewer side effects than minoxidil.
research Keratin‐based particles for protection and restoration of hair properties
Keratin-based particles safely improve hair strength, smoothness, and heat protection.
research Ethnic Hair Disorders
Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
research Minoxidil: a comprehensive review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
research The Hair Shedding Visual Scale: A Quick Tool to Assess Hair Loss in Women
The new visual scale is a quick and effective way to measure hair loss in women.
research Forensics in dermatology: Part II
Dermatologists play a key role in identifying and documenting signs of abuse and injury for forensic investigations.
research Indications for Peripheral and Central Sensitization in Patients With Chronic Scalp Pain (Trichodynia)
Chronic scalp pain in trichodynia involves both body-wide and localized increased pain sensitivity.
research Correlation of Hair Mineral Concentrations with Insulin Resistance in Korean Males
Higher hair calcium to magnesium ratios and lower chromium levels in hair may indicate insulin resistance in Korean men.
research Oral vitamin A as an adjunct treatment for canine sebaceous adenitis
Vitamin A might be a safe extra treatment for dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness.