2 citations,
May 2022 in “Advanced therapeutics” A new microneedle system effectively delivers a vasodilator to hair follicles, promoting hair growth better than current treatments.
2 citations,
March 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Topical finasteride is a safe and effective treatment for pattern hair loss with fewer side effects than oral finasteride.
11 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
203 citations,
May 2017 in “Journal of controlled release” Microneedles are being used and tested for various medical and cosmetic treatments.
23 citations,
June 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Finasteride cream helps hair growth with less side effects.
7 citations,
September 2013 in “Tissue engineering. Part A” Hair follicle stem cells can become motor neurons and reduce muscle loss after nerve injury.
76 citations,
July 2011 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and FDA-approved treatments for different types of hair loss exist, but treatments for severe cases often fail and future improvements may focus on hair follicle stem cells.
11 citations,
April 2011 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Anionic liposome formulations of finasteride may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects.
24 citations,
November 2009 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Transcutol P best increases Finasteride absorption for hair loss treatment.
6 citations,
July 2009 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” Combining MSM with MAP significantly promotes hair growth.
138 citations,
March 2007 in “Experimental cell research” Only a few hair-specific keratins are linked to inherited hair disorders.
56 citations,
January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Liposomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment, making it a promising option for topical use.
127 citations,
June 2006 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Liposomes and niosomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment.
18 citations,
October 2005 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Adding a small amount of TPGS to minoxidil can help hair growth, but too much TPGS reduces this effect and increases minoxidil in the blood.
112 citations,
October 2005 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.