June 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” Herbal remedies may help with hair loss but need more research.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Rosa rugosa extract promotes hair growth and could be a natural treatment for hair loss.
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May 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes significant emotional and social challenges, especially with more hair loss.
Kerascalp hair serum was found to be safe and effective in improving hair growth and strength in people with mild to moderate hair loss.
January 2018 in “International journal for pharmaceutical research scholars” Meniran extract hair tonic may stimulate hair growth in rats, with the version containing 1% menthol being more effective.
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September 2010 in “Dermatologic therapy” Combining cetirizine and topical steroids can effectively manage severe lichen planus pilaris.
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January 2018 in “PubMed” Biodegradable microneedle patches help topical steroids work better for prurigo nodularis.
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February 2016 in “Pediatric dermatology” Strong skin creams work well for long-term scalp inflammation in Rapp-Hodgkin Ectodermal Dysplasia.
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August 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Accidentally eating a topical steroid may rarely cause acute generalized pustular psoriasis.
October 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Topical metformin gel is as effective and safe as steroids for treating alopecia areata.
October 2025 in “Iraqi postgraduate medical journal” Combining laser treatment with steroid cream is more effective for alopecia areata than using the cream alone.
November 2024 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Dermoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing and managing topical steroid dependent face.
February 2022 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” Improper steroid use can cause skin issues like rosacea, which may improve after stopping the steroid and using benzoyl peroxide.
January 2022 in “Yonago Acta Medica” A woman got a skin condition from misusing a steroid cream, which improved after she stopped using it and started a new treatment.
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November 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” Steroids help hair regrowth, and minoxidil slows post-steroid hair loss, but effects are temporary.
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June 2024 in “BMC Oral Health” Autologous platelet concentrates can effectively treat oral lichen planus like topical steroids.
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November 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical calcineurin inhibitors might be safer than steroids for scarring alopecia, but more research is needed.
January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” The treatment is effective and safe for severe alopecia areata in children, but not for total or universal hair loss.
Use mild topical steroids to avoid side effects, especially in children.
January 2012 in “Journal of Islamic International Medical College” Using topical steroids for acne is a bad idea and causes many skin problems.
September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Many people in Jordan misuse topical steroids without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for better education and regulation.
January 2003 in “Journal of Practical Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery” Both steroid treatments effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
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May 1984 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Liposomes are not better than acetone for applying DHT on skin.
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November 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” Prednisone can regrow hair in alopecia areata, and minoxidil helps maintain it.
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August 2006 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” The eucalyptus oil system improved skin delivery of hormones, but safety concerns remain.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A 5-year-old girl with a rare skin disorder was effectively treated with skin creams instead of oral medication.
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February 1992 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride and minoxidil together promote hair growth better than either alone.
September 2025 in “Intisari Sains Medis” The combination therapy improved severe alopecia areata in a patient after 14 days.
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December 1972 in “Archives of dermatology” The steroid solution can regrow hair but often causes skin issues and doesn't work long-term.
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December 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Adults with atopic dermatitis showed similar adherence to different forms of hydrocortisone cream, but actual use varied despite self-reports of near-perfect usage.