Therapeutic Advances in Trichology

January 2017 in “ Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas ”

Sergio Vañó‐Galván, Francisco Camacho

From the encyclopedia

Alopecia Areata →

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

Minoxidil →

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Dutasteride →

Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

Studysummary This review discusses recent therapeutic advances in treating various types of hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, frontal fibrosing alopecia, and hair transplant technologies, but reports no new clinical results.

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Superiority of Dutasteride Over Finasteride in Hair Regrowth and Reversal of Miniaturization in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Open-Label, Evaluator-Blinded Study

research Superiority of Dutasteride Over Finasteride in Hair Regrowth and Reversal of Miniaturization in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Open-Label, Evaluator-Blinded Study

33 citations , August 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

In this study of men with androgenetic alopecia, dutasteride was shown to be more effective than finasteride in increasing hair count and reversing hair miniaturization over 24 weeks, with both treatments displaying similar side effect profiles.

research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

57 citations , July 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

This study concluded that 5α-reductase inhibitors were linked to increased sexual dysfunction in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia, but not in men with androgenetic alopecia.

research Efficacy of Tofacitinib in Treatment of Alopecia Universalis in Two Patients

51 citations , June 2016 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

In this study, tofacitinib treatment was associated with significant hair regrowth in two patients with alopecia universalis over eight months, with minimal adverse effects reported.

research Treatment of Monilethrix with Oral Minoxidil

37 citations , May 2016 in “JAAD case reports”

This abstract describes monilethrix, an autosomal dominant genodermatosis with symptoms like hair fragility and keratosis pilaris, and does not report new experimental results.

research Safety and Efficacy of a Topical Treatment (SM04554) for Androgenetic Alopecia: Results from a Phase 1 Trial

2 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that dutasteride was more effective than finasteride in increasing total and thick hair count and reducing thin hair count in men with AGA, with both drugs having similar side effect profiles.

research Treatment of an Alopecia Areata Patient with Tofacitinib Results in Regrowth of Hair and Changes in Serum and Skin Biomarkers

70 citations , April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology”

In this study, oral tofacitinib treatment led to significant hair regrowth and changes in skin and blood biomarkers in a patient with alopecia areata.

Topical Application of the Wnt/β-Catenin Activator Methyl Vanillate Increases Hair Count and Hair Mass Index in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia

research Topical Application of the Wnt/β-Catenin Activator Methyl Vanillate Increases Hair Count and Hair Mass Index in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia

20 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

In this study, topical methyl vanillate application increased hair count and hair mass index in women with androgenetic alopecia by enhancing WNT10B expression, suggesting a potential new treatment strategy.

research Transient Efficacy of Tofacitinib in Alopecia Areata Universalis

39 citations , April 2016 in “Case Reports in Dermatology”

This study observed initial hair regrowth in a businessman with alopecia areata universalis treated with tofacitinib, but the effect diminished, leading to renewed hair loss.

research Pulse Corticosteroid Therapy With Oral Dexamethasone for the Treatment of Adult Alopecia Totalis and Universalis

31 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral dexamethasone may help regrow hair in adults with alopecia totalis and universalis.

Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study to Assess the Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma on the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

research Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study to Assess the Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma on the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

136 citations , April 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study found that platelet-rich plasma significantly increased hair density and anagen hair proportions in androgenetic alopecia patients, suggesting potential as an adjuvant therapy.

research Antiandrogenic Drugs: A Therapeutic Option for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Patients

10 citations , March 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the potential usefulness and safety profile of oral antiandrogens for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia, noting possible benefits but acknowledges that finasteride's efficacy remains uncertain.

research Finasteride Is of Uncertain Utility in Treating Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

10 citations , March 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This correspondence critiques a previous report advocating finasteride for frontal fibrosing alopecia, arguing that the evidence on its safety and effectiveness is inconclusive, particularly due to methodological limitations.

research Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia

32 citations , February 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that in Japanese male patients with androgenetic alopecia, dutasteride 0.5 mg daily over 52 weeks was associated with improvements in hair growth and appearance, with reported adverse events mostly mild.

research A Systematic Review of Pulse Steroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata

50 citations , January 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This systematic review of pulse corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata found relatively low complete response rates, but responders experienced low relapse rates, indicating potential benefits for patients with favorable prognostic factors.

research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Hair Regrowth: An Evidence-Based Review

60 citations , December 2015 in “Lasers in Medical Science”

This review concluded that FDA-cleared low-level laser therapy devices are safe and effective for patients with male and female pattern hair loss who do not respond to or tolerate standard treatments.

research Rapid Skin Repigmentation on Oral Ruxolitinib in a Patient with Coexistent Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata

157 citations , December 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This case study reported significant but temporary hair regrowth and skin repigmentation in a patient with vitiligo and alopecia areata during treatment with oral ruxolitinib.

research Topical Ruxolitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Universalis

96 citations , December 2015 in “JAMA dermatology”

This article discusses the potential of topical ruxolitinib as a treatment for alopecia universalis and acknowledges the need for alternatives to systemic JAK inhibitors due to the risk of serious side effects.

Effects of a Novel Finasteride 0.25% Topical Solution on Scalp and Serum Dihydrotestosterone in Healthy Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

research Effects of a Novel Finasteride 0.25% Topical Solution on Scalp and Serum Dihydrotestosterone in Healthy Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

42 citations , December 2015 in “International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics”

This study found that applying a novel 0.25% finasteride solution to the scalp can effectively reduce scalp DHT levels in men with androgenetic alopecia, potentially reducing systemic side-effects.

research Retrospective Review of Diphencyprone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

27 citations , December 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

This study found that hair regrowth occurred in 72.2% of alopecia areata patients treated with diphencyprone, with disease extent at baseline and duration affecting outcomes.

research Pharmacologic Inhibition of JAK-STAT Signaling Promotes Hair Growth

159 citations , October 2015 in “Science Advances”

This study observed that applying JAK-STAT pathway inhibitors to mouse and human skin led to rapid hair growth by inducing the anagen phase of hair follicles.

research Finasteride-Mediated Hair Regrowth and Reversal of Atrophy in a Patient with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

24 citations , September 2015 in “JAAD case reports”

This case report describes a patient with frontal fibrosing alopecia experiencing significant hair regrowth and reversal of cutaneous atrophy after treatment with the 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride.

research The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Regrowth: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial

214 citations , September 2015 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine”

This study found that platelet-rich plasma injections significantly increased hair count and density in patients with male pattern hair loss without major side effects, suggesting it may be a safe and effective treatment option.

research Effect of Minoxidil Topical Foam on Frontotemporal and Vertex Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: A 104-Week Open-Label Clinical Trial

20 citations , September 2015 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found that 5% minoxidil topical foam was effective in stabilizing hair density and scalp coverage in men with moderate androgenetic alopecia over 104 weeks, with good safety and tolerability.

research Response to Microneedling Treatment in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia Who Failed to Respond to Conventional Therapy

68 citations , May 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”

This case series found that adding microneedling to conventional finasteride and minoxidil therapy for androgenetic alopecia improved new hair growth and patient satisfaction in poor responders.

research Clinical Use of Conditioned Media of Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cells in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective Case Series Study

83 citations , March 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This retrospective study found that adipose-derived stem cell-conditioned media increased hair density and thickness in women with female pattern hair loss over 12 weeks, with no severe adverse effects reported.

research Reversal of Alopecia Areata Following Treatment With the JAK1/2 Inhibitor Baricitinib

184 citations , February 2015 in “EBioMedicine”

This study observed that baricitinib treatment led to significant improvement in a patient's alopecia areata symptoms and suggests further clinical trials to explore its potential as a treatment.

research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Multicenter Review of 82 Patients

68 citations , February 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found that severe folliculitis decalvans was associated with its onset before age 25 and the presence of pustules, while tetracyclines and clindamycin plus rifampicin were effective treatments.

research mTOR Signaling Promotes Stem Cell Activation via Counterbalancing BMP-Mediated Suppression During Hair Regeneration

71 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of molecular cell biology/Journal of Molecular Cell Biology”

This study found that mTOR signaling plays a crucial role in activating hair follicle stem cells by balancing BMP-mediated repression, essential for hair regeneration.

research Promising Alternative Clinical Uses of Prostaglandin F2α Analogs: Beyond the Eyelashes

31 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the potential applications of prostaglandin F2α analogs for certain types of alopecia and hypopigmentation, but reports no new experimental results.

research The Use of Oral Pioglitazone in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris

58 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Pioglitazone may help treat lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.

research Advances in Hair Transplantation: Longitudinal Partial Follicular Unit Transplantation

9 citations , January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”

This review discusses partial longitudinal-follicular unit transplantation (PL-FUT) for hair loss and notes its potential to multiply hair follicles while preserving donor areas, but reports no new clinical results.

research Long-Term Use of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and the Risk of Male Breast Cancer

28 citations , August 2014 in “Cancer Causes & Control”

In this study, there was no evidence that using 5α-reductase inhibitors for either short or long durations increased the risk of male breast cancer.

research Alopecia Areata Is Driven by Cytotoxic T Lymphocytes and Is Reversed by JAK Inhibition

701 citations , August 2014 in “Nature medicine”

This study found that JAK inhibitors promote hair regrowth in both mice and human alopecia areata cases by blocking key immune pathways involved in disease development.

A Novel Finasteride 0.25% Topical Solution for Androgenetic Alopecia: Pharmacokinetics and Effects on Plasma Androgen Levels in Healthy Male Volunteers

research A Novel Finasteride 0.25% Topical Solution for Androgenetic Alopecia: Pharmacokinetics and Effects on Plasma Androgen Levels in Healthy Male Volunteers

50 citations , July 2014 in “International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics”

This study found that both topical and oral finasteride significantly reduced plasma DHT after one week, with lower finasteride plasma exposure for the topical formulation.

research Effect of Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia Recalcitrant to Finasteride

36 citations , June 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This study suggests that dutasteride may be a viable alternative for Korean men with androgenetic alopecia who do not respond to finasteride, as it improved hair density and thickness in most participants.

Topical Valproic Acid Increases Hair Count in Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Comparative, Clinical Feasibility Study Using Phototrichogram Analysis

research Topical Valproic Acid Increases Hair Count in Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Comparative, Clinical Feasibility Study Using Phototrichogram Analysis

37 citations , February 2014 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that topical valproic acid significantly increased hair count in male patients with moderate androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo over 24 weeks.

research Does Prostaglandin D2 Hold the Cure to Male Pattern Baldness?

57 citations , February 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This review discusses the role of Prostaglandin D2 and its synthase in androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical findings, suggesting pathways for future therapeutic development.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Multicenter Review of 355 Patients

339 citations , February 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that eyelash loss, facial papules, and body hair involvement were linked to severe frontal fibrosing alopecia, and antiandrogens were the most effective treatment.

Efficacy and Safety of a Low-Level Laser Device in the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Multicenter, Randomized, Sham Device-Controlled, Double-Blind Study

research Efficacy and Safety of a Low-Level Laser Device in the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Multicenter, Randomized, Sham Device-Controlled, Double-Blind Study

147 citations , January 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

This study found that low-level laser treatment with the HairMax Lasercomb significantly increased terminal hair density in both men and women with pattern hair loss, with no serious adverse events reported.

research Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris

20 citations , January 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This article includes no new results; it discusses ongoing treatment approaches for frontal fibrosing alopecia and lichen planopilaris.

A Randomized, Active- and Placebo-Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Different Doses of Dutasteride Versus Placebo and Finasteride in the Treatment of Male Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia

research A Randomized, Active- and Placebo-Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Different Doses of Dutasteride Versus Placebo and Finasteride in the Treatment of Male Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia

97 citations , January 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that dutasteride increased hair growth and restoration in men with androgenetic alopecia more effectively than finasteride and was well tolerated over 24 weeks.

research The Effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride Used for 3 Years in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia

32 citations , January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

This study found that both finasteride and dutasteride effectively increased hair thickness in women with androgenetic alopecia over three years, with dutasteride performing better in women under 50 at specific scalp sites.

research A Review of Adipocyte Lineage Cells and Dermal Papilla Cells in Hair Follicle Regeneration

35 citations , January 2014 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering”

This review discusses recent advances in the role of dermal papilla cells and adipocyte lineage cells in hair regeneration, but it reports no new clinical results.

research Niosomes as a Vesicular Carrier for Topical Administration of Minoxidil: Formulation and In Vitro Assessment

48 citations , December 2013 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research”

This study found that minoxidil-loaded niosomes with a Span 60 and cholesterol ratio of 1:2 significantly increased skin retention of minoxidil compared to control gel.

Lichen Planopilaris Treated by the Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-γ Agonist Pioglitazone: Lack of Lasting Improvement or Cure in the Majority of Patients

research Lichen Planopilaris Treated by the Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-γ Agonist Pioglitazone: Lack of Lasting Improvement or Cure in the Majority of Patients

33 citations , October 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, pioglitazone treatment in patients with lichen planopilaris showed limited success, with significant improvement seen in only a minority of cases.

research Low-Level Laser Therapy for Treatment of Hair Loss

165 citations , August 2013 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine”

This review discusses the potential mechanisms and evidence supporting low-level laser therapy for stimulating hair growth in men and women, while noting its safety and effectiveness but needing further study on specific parameters.

The Efficacy and Safety of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Network Meta-Analysis and Benefit–Risk Assessment of Finasteride and Dutasteride

research The Efficacy and Safety of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Network Meta-Analysis and Benefit–Risk Assessment of Finasteride and Dutasteride

66 citations , June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

This study reported no significant difference in efficacy or sexual dysfunction risk between 5α-reductase inhibitors and placebo for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that dutasteride 0.5 mg may be considered pending further research.

research New Investigational Drugs for Androgenetic Alopecia

48 citations , April 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs”

This article reviews emerging treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including topical 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and prostaglandin modulators, but reports no clinical results and calls for further efficacy evidence, especially for PRP.

research Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Multicenter Trial

106 citations , April 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study found that low-level light therapy significantly increased hair density and diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to a sham device, suggesting it could be an effective treatment option.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Review of 19 Patients Seen at Duke University

98 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study reported that while various treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia showed limited effectiveness, dutasteride most effectively stabilized the condition among patients at Duke University.

research A Randomized Evaluator Blinded Study of Effect of Microneedling in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Pilot Study

136 citations , January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This study found that adding microneedling to minoxidil treatment significantly improved hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to minoxidil alone across all assessed measures.

Mesotherapy Using Dutasteride-Containing Preparation in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: Photographic, Morphometric and Ultrastructural Evaluation

research Mesotherapy Using Dutasteride-Containing Preparation in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: Photographic, Morphometric and Ultrastructural Evaluation

41 citations , April 2012 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found that mesotherapy with a dutasteride-containing preparation improved hair growth indicators in female pattern hair loss better than saline, with minimal side effects and greater effectiveness in patients with shorter disease duration.

research Prostaglandin D2 Inhibits Hair Growth and Is Elevated in Bald Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

205 citations , March 2012 in “Science Translational Medicine”

PGD2 stops hair growth and is higher in bald men with AGA.

A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Assess the Efficacy of a 24-Week Topical Treatment by Latanoprost 0.1% on Hair Growth and Pigmentation in Healthy Volunteers with Androgenetic Alopecia

research A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Assess the Efficacy of a 24-Week Topical Treatment by Latanoprost 0.1% on Hair Growth and Pigmentation in Healthy Volunteers with Androgenetic Alopecia

81 citations , August 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, latanoprost significantly increased hair density in young men with mild androgenetic alopecia after 24 weeks, suggesting it may stimulate hair follicle activity and treat hair loss.

A Randomized, Single-Blind Trial of 5% Minoxidil Foam Once Daily Versus 2% Minoxidil Solution Twice Daily in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women

research A Randomized, Single-Blind Trial of 5% Minoxidil Foam Once Daily Versus 2% Minoxidil Solution Twice Daily in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women

100 citations , June 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that a once-daily 5% minoxidil topical foam is as effective as a twice-daily 2% minoxidil topical solution for hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia, with fewer side effects and greater styling convenience.

research Lichen Planopilaris Treated With a Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma Agonist

105 citations , December 2009 in “Archives of dermatology”

This overview discusses primary cicatricial alopecias, focusing on lichen planopilaris, and highlights the challenges in treatment and the progressive nature of hair loss despite symptom management, without providing new clinical results.

Cultured Peribulbar Dermal Sheath Cells Can Induce Hair Follicle Development and Contribute to the Dermal Sheath and Dermal Papilla

research Cultured Peribulbar Dermal Sheath Cells Can Induce Hair Follicle Development and Contribute to the Dermal Sheath and Dermal Papilla

208 citations , December 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study found that dermal papilla and peribulbar dermal sheath cup cells in mice can both induce hair follicle formation, suggesting they may have similar functional roles in hair growth.