research V Congress of the Portuguese Society of Cosmetological Sciences - Proceedings
The congress showed advancements in skin hydration, barrier function, and safe, effective new cosmetic formulations.
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research The Art of Repair in Surgical Hair Restoration Part I
The best results in surgical hair restoration come from careful techniques, optimal use of limited hair supply, correct hair direction, saving hair for key areas, understanding scarring effects, and adjusting hair graft density.
research A Method for Evaluating and Treating the Temporal Peak Region in Patients with Male Pattern Baldness
The method improves natural appearance in hair restoration by properly evaluating and treating the temporal peak region.
research Minoxidil Sulfotransferase Enzymatical Activity in Plants: A Novel Paradigm in Increasing Minoxidil Response in Androgenetic Alopecia
Some plants like spinach, broccoli, and matcha may boost the effectiveness of the hair growth drug minoxidil.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study
Skin problems like acne, excessive hair growth, and oily skin are common in women with PCOS and can help with early diagnosis.
research Optimization of Lipid-Based Nanoformulation for Cutaneous Targeting: Niosomes as Potential Candidates
Niosomes are the most effective at delivering drugs to the skin with minimal absorption into the body.
research Effects of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, the Copper IUD, and the Levonorgestrel Implant on Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, and Free Testosterone Levels: Ancillary Study of the ECHO Randomized Clinical Trial
The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.
research Correlation of Skin Changes With Hormonal Changes in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study
Skin changes in women with PCOS are mainly due to hormonal imbalances.
research Novel Mutation in Sjögren-Larsson Syndrome Is Associated With Divergent Neurologic Phenotypes
The same genetic mutation in Sjögren-Larsson syndrome can lead to different levels of severity, suggesting other factors influence the symptoms.
research Fabrication of Astaxanthin-Loaded Electrospun Nanofiber-Based Mucoadhesive Patches With Water-Insoluble Backing for the Treatment of Oral Premalignant Lesions
The new patch for treating mouth sores releases medicine slowly, sticks well, and helps healing without the side effects of current creams.
research Estradiol Protects Hair Cells From Cisplatin-Induced Ototoxicity Via Nrf2 Activation
Estradiol may protect ear cells from hearing loss caused by a chemotherapy drug by activating a protective pathway.
research Trailing the Path to Preventive Oncology
Preventing cancer involves lifestyle changes, vaccinations, early screening, and understanding cancer's molecular basis.
research Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs
More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
research Sustained Exosome-Guided Macrophage Polarization Using Hydrolytically Degradable PEG Hydrogels for Cutaneous Wound Healing: Identification of Key Proteins and miRNAs, and Sustained Release Formulation
Hydrogel with M2-derived exosomes improves wound healing by slowly releasing exosomes that help reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair.
research Treatment of Scleroderma-Related Microstomia Using Hyaluronic Acid: An Interventional Study
Hyaluronic acid injections can improve mouth opening and quality of life in scleroderma patients.
research Genome-Wide DNA Methylation and Transcriptome Analyses Reveal the Key Gene for Wool Type Variation in Sheep
The SOSTDC1 gene is crucial for determining sheep wool type.
research Reporting in Clinical Studies on Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Among All Medical Specialties: A Systematic Review of Level I and II Studies
The review concluded that reporting on PRP therapy is often incomplete, leading to uncertainty about its effectiveness.
research 11-Oxyandrogens in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Girls with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to excess hair growth, but these androgens don't help diagnose PCOS.
research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Combination With 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution and 1 mg Oral Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study
Combining platelet-rich plasma with 5% minoxidil solution improves hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Microneedling Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Patterned Hair Loss
Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
research Does Topical Minoxidil at Concentrations Higher Than 5% Provide Additional Clinical Benefit?
Using more than 5% minoxidil can help hair growth more, but results vary and side effects may increase.
research Finasteride 5 mg/Day Treatment of Patterned Hair Loss in Normo-Androgenetic Postmenopausal Women
Finasteride 5 mg/day effectively treats hair loss in postmenopausal women without hyper-androgenism.
research Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 5% and Betamethasone Valerate 0.1% Versus Betamethasone Valerate 0.1% Monotherapy in Non-Segmental Vitiligo
The combination treatment showed some improvement but wasn't significantly better than using betamethasone valerate alone.
research Efficacy of Cetirizine 1% Versus Minoxidil 5% Topical Solution in the Treatment of Male Alopecia: A Randomized, Single-Blind Controlled Study
Cetirizine 1% helps hair growth in men with no major side effects, but minoxidil 5% works better.
research The Association Between Hair Loss and COVID-19: Impact on Quality of Life in Saudi Arabia
Over half of the participants in a Saudi Arabian survey experienced hair loss after COVID-19, affecting women and younger people more, with a small percentage feeling a severe impact on their lives.
research No Improvement in Male-Pattern Hair Loss Using Laser Hair-Comb Therapy: A 6-Month, Half-Head, Assessor-Blinded Investigation in Two Men
Laser hair-comb therapy doesn't improve male-pattern hair loss.
research Kopexil vs Minoxidil: In Vivo Comparative Study on Hair Growth, Hair Growth Promoting Factors and Toxicity
Kopexil is an effective and safe hair growth treatment.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus: Medical Therapy for Hair Loss: What We Know and What We Need to Find Out
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss; minoxidil also helps female hair loss, with some treatments needing more research.
research The Role of Oral Contraceptives in the Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.