This study found that an herbal extract from Markingnuts, when compared to a standard drug, effectively inhibited the dandruff-causing organism Malassezia furfur and promoted hair growth on mice, suggesting potential use for dandruff treatment and hair rejuvenation.
November 2021 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene”
In this report, an 11-year-old girl and her 14-year-old brother developed markingnut dermatitis from an amulet, highlighting the importance of recognizing cultural practices in diagnosing skin conditions.
In this study, an educational workshop significantly improved the understanding of hair serum among 19- to 22-year-old students, with 92% of participants showing increased knowledge and 96% expressing high interest in learning about hair issues and serum formulation.
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A 22-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling for hair loss, considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride due to slowed progress. Recent changes in application technique and increased microneedling frequency seem to have led to noticeable hair regrowth, prompting reconsideration of switching treatments.
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DHT negatively affects scalp hair while promoting body hair growth, causing frustration due to the lack of permanent solutions for baldness. Users discuss treatments like finasteride and potential future solutions like CRISPR technology.