5 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews postpartum hair loss management strategies, highlighting a lack of thoroughly investigated effective treatments and suggests that new research focus on targeted biological methods.
May 2026 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that autologous growth factor injections for androgenetic alopecia improved hair density, thickness, and patient satisfaction over 12 months; however, high bias risk and non-standardized methods limit the evidence's reliability, highlighting the need for larger, standardized trials.
3 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that the sharp scissor technique in hair transplant surgery resulted in a lower hair transection rate without significantly increasing operation time compared to tissue spreader and skin hooks techniques.
3 citations
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January 2010 Refined open donor harvesting techniques can reduce hair follicle damage in hair restoration surgery.
December 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review discusses the widespread appeal and misconceptions associated with follicular unit excision in hair restoration surgery and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the technique's challenges and necessity for skilled execution.
10 citations
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February 1976 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study found that topical γ‐Oryzanol significantly stimulated sebaceous gland cell activity and sebum production in rats.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Botulinum toxin is not effective for treating male hair loss.
In a phase 2 trial, researchers tested a topical formulation for alopecia areata and found significant hair regrowth with the treatment, but these improvements did not lead to substantial enhancements in health-related quality of life.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review discusses the scalp microinfusion MMP® technique for hair loss treatment and reports no new results; it emphasizes the need for more standardized studies.
5 citations
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July 2019 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This study found that incorporating collagenase type I into a noncultured hair follicle cell suspension technique improved cell yield and enhanced repigmentation in patients with stable vitiligo compared to dermabrasion alone.
January 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Jorizzo questions the long-term benefits of minoxidil and tretinoin, while Dr. Olsen defends their effectiveness and stresses the need for public education on these treatments.
8 citations
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May 2004 in “Textile Research Journal” This study reports promising preliminary results for using monoclonal antibodies to identify cashmere fibers, highlighting observed immunological differences from wool keratins.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science” This review explores the scientific basis and formulation strategies of herbal shampoos, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of bioactive plant extracts and discussing challenges and future directions for their development in the cosmetic industry.
January 1992 in “Juntendo Medical Journal” This article discusses male pattern baldness and the potential of androgen inhibitors, reporting on previous findings and the need for new preventive measures; it does not present new clinical results.
164 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study found that PRP injections may improve hair density and reduce hair loss in patients with androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects, but further research is needed to confirm efficacy.
25 citations
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November 2008 in “Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found no significant differences in sensation recovery or scar formation between radiofrequency and scalpel incisions in upper blepharoplasty, although radiofrequency caused greater tissue damage.
11 citations
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May 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.
2 citations
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April 2014 in “PubMed” Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for hair growth, ulcer healing, and skin rejuvenation, but more research is needed for consistent results and it's not suitable for people with certain blood conditions.
1 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This review discusses the potential use of platelet-rich plasma and microneedling for alopecia areata and reports encouraging findings, but no new clinical results; future research is needed to validate these treatments.
1 citations
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January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This review discusses the factors influencing human hair color, including genetic components like the MC1R gene and enzyme activity, without presenting new experimental results.
January 2010 in “Nihon Hou Kagaku Gijutsu Gakkaishi” This study concluded that their modified immunohistochemical staining protocol can determine the ABO blood group of both medullated and non-medullated scalp hair, potentially aiding in hair sample screening before DNA analysis.
This review discusses the factors influencing human hair color, including genetic components and enzymatic activity, and highlights the forensic significance of hair color analysis, but reports no new findings.
1 citations
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May 2014 in “Lipid Technology” This news review reports on the latest developments in lipid technology but presents no new research findings.
August 1988 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” Hyperbaric oxygen therapy shows promise for multiple sclerosis, but skepticism and funding issues limit tech use in clinics, and outdated single-drug cancer treatments may cause unnecessary side effects.
180 citations
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November 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” This study found that fluoxetine did not demonstrate short-term efficacy in treating trichotillomania in a placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover setting.
87 citations
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September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that platelet-rich plasma did not significantly improve hair mass index or hair count in women with female androgenetic alopecia, though some patients perceived benefits in hair quality.
9 citations
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March 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that both FUE and FUT methods are equally effective in producing high-quality hair grafts, with FUE offering the advantage of less noticeable scarring compared to FUT.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study developed and validated a precise and rapid HPLC method to simultaneously determine Minoxidil and Finasteride in pharmaceuticals, demonstrating successful application for routine quality control without interference from excipients.
December 2023 in “Annals of phytomedicine” This study reports that dutasteride, used alone or with tamsulosin, effectively reduces acute urine retention and surgery risk in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia, and may lower prostate cancer incidence, suggesting potential chemopreventive benefits.
November 2025 in “Medical alphabet” This study highlights that physiotherapeutic methods like low-intensity laser therapy, radiofrequency, and electrical stimulation show promising effectiveness in stimulating hair growth and treating telogen effluvium by enhancing cell activity, ATP synthesis, and transdermal drug delivery.