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February 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” According to this source, dermaroller therapy is increasingly used in dermatology for conditions like acne scars and melasma due to its cost-effectiveness, minimal adverse effects, and ability to enhance topical treatment absorption, making it a popular resurfacing option across all skin types.
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” The researchers reported that combining platelet-rich plasma with minoxidil showed the most improvement in androgenetic alopecia compared to other treatment groups, but also had more pain as a side effect.
May 2026 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This review examined three studies on dermaroller monotherapy for hair loss, finding inconsistent efficacy and diverse methods, with risks of follicular damage and infection noted; standardized protocols are urgently needed for safe practice.
August 2024 in “Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, PRP combined with minoxidil was found to be more effective in improving hair counts in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to minoxidil alone or with dermaroller, showing significant improvements at both 3 and 5 months.
January 2016 in “Institutional Repository of Utenos kolegija Higher Education Institution” This study evaluated the impact of Mesotherapeutic Dermaroller treatment on reducing alopecia and found that after six procedures, there was an improvement in scalp condition, suggesting reduced hair loss.