This case report describes a 23-year-old African-American woman who suffered a small bowel obstruction after ingesting hair from a hair weave, highlighting a specific risk associated with trichophagia in Black hair care practices.
February 2026 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery Open”
This narrative review outlines the biological costs of hairextensions, such as traction leading to hair loss and scalp issues, and suggests a prevention-focused model involving risk assessment, surveillance, and tiered therapies to minimize alopecia risk and maintain scalp health.
This study describes an adaptive hairextension method designed to improve comfort, durability, and aesthetics, based on analysis of hypothetical client profiles and their biomechanical tolerance.
A new supplement for hair growth combines black rice, prickly pear, and saw palmetto, showing promising results in increasing hair density and reducing hair loss. The supplement is considered a drug-free alternative to traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Men should feel socially accepted wearing hair systems, similar to how women use extensions and makeup. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.
The user experienced new hair growth after switching from oral finasteride to topical RU58841 with minoxidil and undergoing stem cell therapy. They noticed new hairs at the hairline and temples, but are unsure which treatment is responsible.
A woman experiencing hair loss, exacerbated by wearing a hijab, is seeking advice for her upcoming wedding. She has tried various treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapy, and is considering using hair fibers and extensions to cover her scalp.
KPV, a peptide patented by L'Oreal, may promote hair growth and reduce hair loss by extending the anagen phase and has anti-inflammatory properties. It could be combined with treatments like minoxidil for enhanced effects.
How many sessions will I need for a hair transplant?Providers give different answers, and the number is decided at consultation: some clinics quote courses of 3 to 6 sessions, but that pattern belongs to non-surgical treatments rather than to surgery. Ask your surgeon how many procedures your own case would need and how far apart they would be.