research Skin Shedding and Tissue Regeneration in African Spiny Mice (Acomys)
African spiny mice can regenerate skin, hair, and cartilage, but not muscle, and their unique abilities could be useful for regenerative medicine.
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research Hair Density in African Americans
African Americans have less hair density than whites.
research Relaxing And Straightening Of Afro-Ethnic Hair: Historical Overview
Afro-ethnic hair can be straightened using chemical and heat methods.
research Hair Care Practices and Structural Evaluation of Scalp and Hair Shaft Parameters in African American and Caucasian Women
African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.
research Androgen Receptor Mutations and Polymorphisms in African American Prostate Cancer
African American men with prostate cancer have more androgen receptor mutations, which may lead to more aggressive cancer compared to Caucasian American men.
research The Influence of African-American Hair's Curl Pattern on Its Mechanical Properties
African-American hair's curl pattern significantly affects its strength and elasticity.
research African Hair Morphology: Macrostructure to Ultrastructure
African hair is more fragile due to its unique shape and internal structure.
research Association of Type 2 Diabetes With Central-Scalp Hair Loss in a Large Cohort Study of African American Women
Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of severe hair loss in African American women.
research African Trypanosoma Infection in a Dog in France
A dog in France died from an African parasite infection after traveling from Senegal.
research Managing the Hair and Skin of African American Pediatric Patients
The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
research African Baobab (Adansonia Digitata) Fruit as a Promising Source of Procyanidins
African baobab fruit is a good source of antioxidants and micronutrients, but too much can cause laxative effects.
research Afro-Ethnic Hairstyling Trends, Risks, and Recommendations
Avoid high-tension styles and use professional treatments to reduce hair damage and health risks.
research Development And Validation Of Hair Specimen Collection Methods Among Extremely Short-Length Afro-Textured Hair
Collecting hair from all scalp sections works as well as the standard method for cortisol analysis.
research Influence of Saw Palmetto and Pygeum Africana Extracts on the Urinary Concentrations of Endogenous Anabolic Steroids: Relevance to Doping Analysis
Taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana can change the levels of certain steroids in urine, which could cause confusion in doping tests.
research Ethnic Hair Considerations for People of African, South Asian, Muslim, and Sikh Origins
Dermatologists need to understand diverse cultural hair practices to offer better care.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Dietary Supplement Containing a Lipid Co-Extract from Serenoa Repens and Pygeum Africanum for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
The supplement with Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum significantly increased active hair growth and decreased rest phase hair in post-menopausal women with hair loss, with only mild digestive side effects.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Cosmetopoeia of African Plants in Hair Treatment and Care: Topical Nutrition and the Antidiabetic Connection
African plants can treat hair issues and may help with diabetes.
research Support for Dermatological Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from African Hair and Skin Research Programs
The document concludes that more local research on African skin and hair is needed despite increased scientific output from Sub-Saharan Africa.
research Oral Supplementation With L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens, Pumpkin Seed Oil, And Pygeum Africanum In Chronic Telogen Effluvium And Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study
The supplements improved hair density and reduced hair loss.
research Oral Supplementation with L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens, Cucurbita Pepo, and Pygeum Africanum in Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study
The supplement significantly improves hair density and appearance in people with hair loss.
research Wound Healing and Curative Properties of Alligator Pepper (Aframomum Melegueta) Seed Extract in Albino Rats (Rattus Norvegicus)
Alligator pepper seed extract improved wound healing in rats.
research African Hair
research Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine in Africa
Traditional African medicinal plants should be scientifically tested and integrated into modern healthcare.
research Central Hair Loss in African American Women: Incidence and Potential Risk Factors
Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
research Advances and Challenges in Hair Restoration of Curly Afrocentric Hair
Specialized techniques are needed for hair restoration in individuals with curly Afrocentric hair due to unique challenges.
research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society Gender-Affirming Healthcare Guideline for South Africa
The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
research Alopecia After Switch to Tenofovir Alafenamide in Six African American Women
Six African American women experienced hair loss after switching to a new HIV medication.
research Genome Scan for Signatures of Adaptive Evolution in Wild African Goat (Capra Nubiana)
Wild African goats have genetic adaptations for surviving harsh desert conditions.
research Central Hair Loss in African American Women: Incidence and Potential Risk Factors
Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.