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810-840 / 1000+ resultsresearch Add-on effect of plum-blossom needling in alopecia areata: a qualitative evidence synthesis
Plum-blossom needling with conventional treatments improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Female pattern hair loss: therapeutic update
Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
research Lasers, lights, and compounds for hair loss in aesthetics
Minoxidil is the main over-the-counter treatment for hair loss, with other options like finasteride, latanoprost, retinoic acid, antioxidants, biotin, nutraceuticals, and platelet-rich plasma therapy also showing promise.
research Preparation, Characterization, and In Vitro Evaluation of Cream & Gel Formulations Containing Lidocaine and Tetracaine
The new gel provides faster and longer-lasting pain relief than the cream.
research Suppression of FGF5 and FGF18 Expression by Cholesterol-Modified siRNAs Promotes Hair Growth in Mice
Cholesterol-modified siRNAs targeting certain genes increased hair growth in mice.
research Prevention and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: What Is Available and What Is Coming?
Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
research Female pattern hair loss
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
research Safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of CG2001 in Chinese adult male subjects with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single- and multi-doses, phase 1 clinical study
CG2001 is safe and well-tolerated for treating hair loss, with fewer side effects than oral finasteride.
research Protective Effects of Melatonin on the Skin: Future Perspectives
Melatonin, usually known for sleep regulation, also has antioxidant properties that can protect skin, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin conditions, with topical application being more effective than oral use.
research Guidelines based management of androgenetic alopecia
The document concludes that personalized treatment plans for hair loss in Asian men are necessary and more research is needed to develop effective guidelines.
research Adult female acne: a guide to clinical practice
Adult female acne requires personalized treatment and maintenance to prevent relapse.
research Cold thermal injury from cold caps used for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Some patients using cold caps to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy got mild scalp injuries similar to frostbite.
research Comparing Current Therapeutic Modalities of Androgenic Alopecia: A Literature Review of Clinical Trials
Some treatments for hereditary hair loss are effective but vary in results and side effects; new therapies show promise but need more research.
research A Canadian Algorithm on the Management of Telogen Effluvium.
A unified approach is needed to better diagnose and manage Telogen Effluvium, focusing on education, empathy, and safe treatments.
research Considerations and recommendations on camouflage in alopecia in Black women
Hair camouflage methods like wigs and extensions can help Black women with alopecia feel better but may also damage hair if not used carefully.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Palmitoylethanolamide-Incorporated Elastic Nano-Liposomes for Enhanced Transdermal Delivery and Anti-Inflammation
PEA-ENL improves skin delivery and reduces inflammation without side effects.
research Exosomes based advancements for application in medical aesthetics
Exosomes show promise for improving wound healing, reducing aging signs, preventing hair loss, and lightening skin but require more research and better production methods.
research Modified platelet rich plasma therapy for alopecia totalis
The combined treatment helps improve severe hair loss and reduces the need for other medications.
research An Uncommon Presentation of Tumid Lupus Erythematosus Manifesting As Annular, Non-scarring Alopecia on the Scalp
Tumid lupus erythematosus can cause non-scarring hair loss on the scalp and requires careful diagnosis.
research Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Intralesional corticosteroids and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are the best treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Digital health platforms expand access and improve care for male androgenetic alopecia
Digital health platforms improve treatment for male pattern hair loss.
research Anti-programmed cell death protein 1-induced lichenoid changes of the nail unit: Histopathologic description
Nail changes from immunotherapy can be managed without stopping cancer treatment.
research Highly solubilized and skin-permeable finasteride formulation using HPCD-incorporated chitosan nanocapsules to promote hair regeneration
A new topical finasteride formulation effectively promotes hair growth with fewer side effects.
research Novel Therapeutic Hybrid Systems Using Hydrogels and Nanotechnology: A Focus on Nanoemulgels for the Treatment of Skin Diseases
Nanoemulgels could effectively treat skin diseases and may replace or complement current therapies.
research Therapeutic use of caffeine in dermatology: A literature review
Caffeine may benefit skin and hair health but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness in dermatology.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research (2015)
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.
research The Cutaneous Epidermal Growth Factor Network: Can it be Translated Clinically to Stimulate Hair Growth? - eScholarship
Manipulating EGFR signaling may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Gray Hair: From Preventive to Treatment
Gray hair can potentially be managed or reversed with treatments that boost melanin production and address nutritional deficiencies.