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October 2003 Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
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January 2019 in “Clinical research and trials” Finasteride is effective and safe for long-term treatment of hair loss in Japanese men.
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October 2019 in “Annals of palliative medicine” New targeted cancer drugs can cause skin side effects, and managing them requires patient education and timely care.
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April 2013 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” Raspberry ketone lacks sufficient human research to support health benefit claims and requires more rigorous studies to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
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August 2020 in “PubMed” Some natural ingredients like onion juice, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil may help with hair growth and reducing hair loss.
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