256 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” There is no standardized treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa, and individualized plans are needed.
216 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Glycerol is essential for skin hydration in mice without sebaceous glands.
42 citations
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
32 citations
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January 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin, a hormone, can help protect skin from aging by reducing stress, inflammation, and damage, and may also help treat hair loss in women.
24 citations
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August 2020 in “JAMA dermatology” Persistent radiation-induced hair loss is dose-dependent, and treatments like topical minoxidil can be effective.
23 citations
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February 2021 in “Dermatologic therapy” Some treatments like pentoxifylline with topical corticosteroids might work for alopecia areata, but more research is needed to find the best one.
17 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
11 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
8 citations
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July 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Bio-enhanced hair restoration, using methods like growth factors, stem cells, and ATP, results in better hair growth and density than traditional hair transplants.
6 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Biotechnology and Biomedicine” Atopic dermatitis needs personalized treatment using various therapies, starting with topical corticosteroids.
6 citations
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November 2022 in “Antioxidants” OR2AT4 helps reduce aging and cell damage in human skin cells.
1 citations
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March 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Metabolic issues may trigger lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia, and treatments targeting these issues could help.
1 citations
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May 2024 in “Applied Sciences” Cordyceps militaris is a promising, cost-effective medicinal fungus with health benefits and efficient production methods.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Science Advances” The skin's microbiome helps hair regrow by boosting certain cell signals and metabolism.
1 citations
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September 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Minoxidil can help transgender males grow facial hair before starting testosterone therapy.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” Platelet-rich plasma, microneedling with minoxidil, and topical finasteride are promising treatments for hair loss.
January 2026 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” FGF-7 helps hair grow by activating hair follicles and is a promising target for hair loss treatments.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” The α-MSH-MC1R-cAMP pathway does not protect skin cells from UVA damage.
January 2026 in “Burns & Trauma” RNA modifications help heal wounds and could lead to new treatments.
Most ingredients in hair loss shampoos lack strong evidence of effectiveness.
October 2025 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Combining laser therapy with other treatments effectively increases hair density and thickness for hair loss.
September 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” IGF-1 can help regrow hair and may be a promising treatment for hair loss.
June 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Gray hair can potentially be managed or reversed with treatments that boost melanin production and address nutritional deficiencies.
December 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Minoxidil shows promise for alopecia areata, but more research is needed before it can be recommended as a primary treatment.
April 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Effective treatment guidelines for frontal fibrosing alopecia are still unclear.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” Chemotherapy can cause significant but usually reversible hair loss, and managing it involves patient education and hair care strategies.
June 2020 in “Medicina estética (Madrid)” Female pattern hair loss is common and should be treated early to prevent worsening, with Minoxidil being the main approved treatment.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Low-level laser therapy is safe but not significantly better than minoxidil alone for hair growth.