5 citations,
January 2022 in “PloS one” Deleting the p63 gene in certain cells causes problems in thymus development and severe hair loss in mice.
2 citations,
July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
North American ginseng extract helped regrow hair in balding mice.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 47 citations,
August 2016 in “Fitoterapia” Some herbs and their components might help treat hair loss by affecting various biological pathways, but more research and regulation are needed.
45 citations,
June 2008 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively identifies banned substances in hair loss and skin disease cosmetics.
10 citations,
June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Differences in growth factors in platelet-rich plasma therapy for hair loss can vary between patients and can be influenced by the devices used, possibly leading to inconsistent results.
June 2017 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride's sexual side effects not caused by androgen deficiency or SRD5A inhibition.
19 citations,
August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
3 citations,
June 2021 in “Cosmetics” A mix of sulforaphane, L-menthol, and dexpanthenol could help increase hair growth and reduce hair loss.
March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss affects men's physical health and women's mental health differently.
50 citations,
January 2007 in “PubMed” Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
July 2007 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Female pattern hair loss, common in women, can be treated with oral antiandrogens and topical minoxidil, but these are more effective at preventing further loss than regrowing hair. Other helpful methods include counseling, cosmetic camouflage, and hair transplantation. Treatment must continue for effects to last and it may take up to 2 years to see results.
128 citations,
March 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology” Prolactin contributes to hair loss by promoting hair follicle shrinkage and cell death.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Older hair follicle stem cells have a reduced ability to renew themselves, leading to more hair loss.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low-dose spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with mild side effects.
2 citations,
February 2016 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” The comprehensive treatment with biomimetic peptide lotion was effective for hair loss.
October 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Edelweiss extract may help prevent hair loss and increase hair density.
September 2022 in “Cureus” Platelet-rich plasma is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss with high patient satisfaction.
66 citations,
May 2012 in “Scientific Reports” Scientists successfully created and transplanted bioengineered hair follicles that function like natural ones, suggesting a new treatment for hair loss.
26 citations,
January 2013 in “BioMed Research International” Hormonal changes after childbirth and menopause can lead to women's hair loss and facial hair growth, with a need for better treatments.
19 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” The main causes of diffuse hair loss in women are telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia, often related to stress and iron deficiency.
15 citations,
August 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” Panax ginseng extract may help prevent hair loss caused by DKK-1.
5 citations,
February 2019 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair loss can be reversed or even cured using advanced hair restoration techniques, with rare complications like swelling and bleeding.
4 citations,
October 2022 in “Journal of Imaging” An intelligent system can classify hair follicles and measure hair loss severity with reasonable accuracy.
3 citations,
August 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” A new strain of bacteria from the human skin can help prevent hair loss.
3 citations,
May 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” Common hair loss disorders may not need stem cell therapy, but could benefit from other treatments like hair cycle control and immune restoration therapy.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Stem cell therapy shows promise for hair loss treatment, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.