August 2022 in “International Journal of Current Science Research and Review” This review discusses Ayurvedic detoxification methods for poisonous plants, known as Visha Dravyas, and reports no new clinical results.
August 2022 in “Metabolites” This study identified significant metabolic differences between volar and non-volar skin in mice, revealing distinct amino acid, sugar, and nucleotide metabolism patterns associated with skin type differentiation.
April 2022 in “Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry” In this literature review, researchers compiled evidence on repurposed synthetic radioprotective agents, including metformin and simvastatin, that have demonstrated potential in mitigating the side effects of radiotherapy in cancer treatment.
February 2022 in “Fibers” This study found that a sucrose-based crosslinker can effectively straighten hair and maintain durability in high humidity and through repeated washings without affecting the hair's tensile properties or causing surface damage.
December 2021 in “2021 International Conference on Electronic Information Technology and Smart Agriculture (ICEITSA)” This study found that chemical hair dyes caused more significant microstructural damage to hair than high-temperature perms, as observed using a single-detector OCT system.
March 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Chemistry” In this study, researchers analyzed a herbal shampoo containing Momordica charantia extract and Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis, noting it could support collagen development and hair growth. The shampoo, tailored to various hair and scalp conditions, was confirmed free of certain harmful heavy metals.
January 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified distinct metabolic differences between PCOS patients and healthy controls, suggesting potential metabolic markers for PCOS prognosis and diagnosis.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This study surveyed dermatologists and found that Doxepin was the most preferred anti-depressant for treating psycho dermatoses in elderly patients.
December 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This review covers hair anatomy, common hair diseases, diagnostic approaches, management, and hair care, but reports no new clinical findings; the authors highlight the importance of proper hair care knowledge.
September 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that Wan strain Angora rabbits with high wool production had higher hair follicle density and identified five long noncoding RNAs as potential regulators of this trait.
November 2019 in “Aktualʹnì pitannâ farmacevtičnoï ì medičnoï nauki ta praktiki” This review analyzes the current Ukrainian market for alopecia treatments, including minoxidil and its derivatives, and highlights a lack of domestically produced aminexil-based medications; it reports no clinical results.
August 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study explored how long non-coding RNA mediates the effects of FGF5 on the hair follicle development and villus growth of Liaoning cashmere goats.
August 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study developed the CATNIP computational model, which uses biological and chemical information to successfully identify drug repurposing opportunities for various conditions, including Parkinson’s disease and Type 2 Diabetes.
April 2019 in “Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Universidade de São Paulo)” This study found that the acidic hair straightening formulation at pH 1.0 improved hair alignments and straightening effectiveness more than pH 2.0, but it weakened fiber strength and affected hair color and composition.
September 2018 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study found that applying a solution containing oil-soluble vitamin C to damaged hair improved hair cuticle condition and water repellency, suggesting a new cosmetic function beyond its known skin whitening effects.
February 2018 in “Medicine - Programa De Formación Médica Continuada Acreditado” This review discusses current and emerging treatments for androgenic alopecia, noting that minoxidil and finasteride are the only FDA-approved options, while other methods lack comparable evidence of efficacy.
January 2018 in “Archives of dermatology and skin care” This review discusses the lack of adequate clinical trials evaluating the efficacy and safety of mesotherapy for cosmetic hair loss and reports no new results.
January 2018 in “INTAS POLIVET” In this clinical case report, a Labrador dog with multiple skin issues was successfully treated for Demodex mites and Pemphigus foliaceus using Prednisolone, Cephalexin, Amitraz, Ivermectin, and Ketoconazole, resulting in an uneventful recovery.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that activating the hexosamine pathway increased hyaluronic acid secretion and hair follicle stem cell numbers in vitro, suggesting its role in modulating skin homeostasis.
October 2016 in “International journal of medical research and review” This case report describes a 32-year-old male who developed acneiform eruptions one month after starting Minoxidil/Aminexil solution and Finasteride treatment for androgenic alopecia.
March 2016 in “The Korean Society of Beauty and Art” This study found that using a hair-hardener improved hair thickness, amino acid content, surface condition, tensile strength, and wave efficiency without causing any allergic reactions in participants.
This study found that a combined intake of enzyme food and collagen significantly improved various aspects of hair health in middle-aged women compared to taking either supplement alone or none.
January 2015 in “Journal of Nutrition and Health” This study found that fish oil supplementation in male Wistar albino rats helped maintain hair shaft structure and improved amino acid composition, while reducing harmful protein compounds associated with diabetes and hypercholesterolemia.
January 2015 in “Lume (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul)” This literature review addresses generalized juvenile demodicosis in dogs, describing a case in a 10-month-old Dachshund where corticosteroid treatment worsened the condition, leading to severe pyoderma, intense itching, and widespread hair loss; it reports no new clinical findings.
December 2013 in “대한피부미용학회지” In this study, wheat sprout extract (fr. 5) application was associated with increased hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, suggesting its potential as a hair remedy product.
This review discusses potential cosmeceutical treatments for hair loss, including ingredients like procyanidins and isoflavones, but does not present new clinical outcomes; the authors highlight the promise of further research.
January 2013 in “Heilongjiang xumu shouyi” This study found that a compound additive improved the growth and fur quality of blue foxes, with a 28.7% increase in weight gain and longer pelt lengths compared to the control group.
June 2012 in “한국생활과학회지 = Korean journal of human ecology” This study observed that a food supplement containing medicinal plant extracts, amino acid, and vitamin complex significantly decreased hair loss and increased hair thickness over three months in adults with subjective hair loss, without notable side effects.
January 2011 in “Zhongguo xin yao zazhi” This study developed a new method for synthesizing finasteride that eliminates the need for expensive and toxic chemicals, achieving high purity and a 24.2% yield.
January 2009 in “Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakaishi/Journal of S C C./Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakai kaishi” This study found that the structural and chemical composition of human curly hair may resemble that of sheep wool, implying a shared characteristic among mammals with wavy hair.