182 citations
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November 2018 in “Cosmetics” This article reviews the empirical use of algae in traditional remedies and highlights the need for scientific understanding of algae's bioactive compounds used in cosmetics without providing new experimental results.
15 citations
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September 2018 in “Indian Research Journal of Pharmacy and Science” This article reviews the historical and therapeutic aspects of aromatherapy, discussing its effects on psychological and physical well-being but providing no new clinical findings.
25 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of thoracic oncology” In this animal study, soy isoflavones were found to protect lung tissue from the adverse effects of radiation, such as skin injury, inflammation, and fibrosis, suggesting a potential radioprotective benefit.
March 2024 in “Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli Üniversitesi SBE Dergisi” In this study, a child with Alopecia Areata underwent art therapy, leading to reduced anxiety and stress levels and improved emotional expression and motivation for treatment, suggesting art therapy as a suitable psychosocial intervention for this condition.
425 citations
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January 2021 in “SN Applied Sciences” This article highlights the versatility and potential of alginate and its derivatives in tissue engineering applications, discussing their properties, modification techniques, and various uses in enhancing tissue healing, bone regeneration, and cell growth.
5 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that using a vibration anesthetic device during scalp mesotherapy significantly reduced pain in patients with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata compared to the non-vibration side.
May 2025 in “RCMOS - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar O Saber” This study, through a review of existing literature, observed that massage techniques may serve as a beneficial complementary therapy for male androgenetic alopecia by enhancing blood circulation and overall follicle nutrition, with combined approaches possibly increasing treatment efficacy despite a lack of standardized protocols.
16 citations
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November 2018 in “The journal of pain/Journal of pain” This study found that in a rat model, 14,15-EET may alleviate central poststroke pain by enhancing thalamic inhibition through neurosteroid signaling, potentially outperforming gabapentin in early-stage treatment.
May 2024 in “Psychotherapie Forum” In this single-case study, researchers found that a combination of behavior and hypnotherapy led to positive psychological changes in a patient with Alopecia areata but did not result in hair regrowth, suggesting psychosomatic approaches may not address the hair loss mechanism.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Consilium Medicum” This study found that in women with alopecia, anxiety levels significantly decreased with temgikoluril alongside standard therapy over 12 weeks, enhancing emotional well-being and treatment satisfaction compared to the control group receiving only standard therapy.
3 citations
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August 2018 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that Guasha therapy did not significantly alter nerve fiber morphology or the expression of CGRP and SP in rat skin, with parameters generally returning to normal within five days.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “Skin health and disease” This study found that vibration assisted analgesia reduced pain during intralesional corticosteroid therapy for hair loss, enabling treatment in a broader range of patients, including those with needle phobia.
January 2024 in “Deleted Journal” In this narrative review, essential oils like lavender, chamomile, and bergamot are identified as effective interventions for stress management, influencing emotional processes through various application methods and promoting both physical and emotional well-being.
January 2013 in “Medical & Pharmaceutical Journal of Chinese People's Liberation Army” In this study, catgut embedding combined with moxibustion and bloodletting was reported to be more effective than finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, reducing hormonal imbalances and improving patient quality of life.
This study observed that 70.2% of patients with androgenetic alopecia at a dermatologic clinic used complementary and alternative medicine, with topical applications being the most common form.
191 citations
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February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review discusses herbal therapies for dermatologic disorders, focusing on those with scientific evidence of efficacy and common interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
November 2021 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews the growing interest in integrating alternative therapies with conventional dermatology but does not provide new clinical results; it emphasizes the importance of complementary medicine in addressing treatment challenges.
June 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In a case report, this study documented successful healing of a patient with alopecia totalis using the Remember/Regeneration Therapy Method, a holistic approach combining various complementary treatments, and noted the potential for consistent outcomes in managing alopecia and other autoimmune diseases.
January 2020 in “Integrative Medicine Research”
May 2026 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This abstract highlights that while treatments for alopecia areata, like corticosteroids and JAK inhibitors, exist, their effectiveness varies and relapses are common, prompting interest in supplementary therapies.
9 citations
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April 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that adding allergen immunotherapy to conventional treatment may reduce relapse-related hair loss in house dust mite-allergic alopecia areata patients over a 3-year period.
26 citations
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April 2006 in “Cephalalgia” Botulinum A toxin injections reduced pain and promoted hair regrowth in a woman with a rare form of alopecia areata.
This study reported that acupuncture combined with topical Aloe vera and celery gel reduced hair loss from alopecia androgenetica after 28 days of treatment.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that intralesional Candida antigen was as effective as intralesional steroids for treating alopecia areata after 5 months, with significantly lower injection pain reported in the Candida group.
September 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study discusses trichodynia, a painful scalp condition often linked to various forms of alopecia and psychiatric comorbidities, highlighting its clinical diagnosis, lack of specific treatments, and suggesting the need for more research to explore effective therapies.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This study describes a case where homeopathic treatment with Tellurium 30 and Nux Vomica 30 was associated with hair regrowth, reduced hair shedding, and decreased itching in a 7-year-old girl with alopecia areata linked to emotional stress and family conflicts.
13 citations
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April 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Using a vibrating device during injections can help reduce pain.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case study, individualized classical homeopathy was reported to effectively promote significant hair regrowth and improve emotional stability in a patient with alopecia areata, showcasing a potential holistic and sustainable alternative to conventional treatments.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This study observed substantial improvements in scalp-hair coverage, symptom burden, and psychosocial functioning in 100 patients with alopecia areata treated with individualized homeopathic medicines, noting statistically significant reductions in SALT scores and improvements in AA-IGA categories over 18 months.