137 citations
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May 1984 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil increases blood flow in balding scalps, possibly reversing hair loss.
25 citations
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November 1987 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study observed increases in scalp blood flow following the application of 3% minoxidil and 0.1% hexyl nicotinate in individuals with alopecia.
26 citations
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March 2017 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” Accidental injection of hyaluronic acid caused temporary hair loss and skin damage, but treatment restored hair and healed the skin.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study reports anagen hair loss four weeks after scalp surgeries, likely due to transient ischemia, and emphasizes the importance of informing patients about potential hair loss and recovery within three months.
25 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study observed significant differences in hair care practices and biologic hair parameters between Caucasian and African American women, which may contribute to varying hair fragility and growth.
May 2025 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery Open” This case study observed that high-intensity focused ultrasound treatment significantly improved hair density and reduced hair loss in a female patient with androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse events reported.
1 citations
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September 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This systematic review of five studies found that intradermal and intramuscular botulinum toxin injections showed promising hair growth outcomes for men with androgenic alopecia, but emphasizes caution due to a lack of control groups and small sample sizes.
July 2016 in “Indiana Magazine of History (Indiana University)” A combination of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, acupuncture, and herbal treatment improved hair growth by 70%.
April 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses scalp neuropathy in androgenetic alopecia and suggests that changes in tactile sensation due to Aβ fibers and increased nociception from circ-HTMR may be involved.
50 citations
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November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study suggests that Botox injections may increase hair count and reduce hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia, potentially through increased blood flow and oxygen to the scalp.
14 citations
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December 2003 in “Medical Hypotheses” This paper proposes a new hypothesis that androgenic hair loss may be caused by changes in scalp vasculature due to androgen effects, but reports no new experimental results.
2 citations
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April 2018 in “Pediatric dermatology” This report describes cases of localized alopecia in two girls following hairstyling marketed as the "Princess Package" at a major U.S. theme park, likely due to pressure ischemia and acute traction alopecia, with some regrowth observed but also areas of scarring.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This review proposes an anatomy-based framework for understanding recipient site scalp necrosis in hair transplantation, emphasizing regional vascular vulnerability and surgical factors, but does not provide new clinical results.
June 2026 in “Journal of Comprehensive Dermatology” This study reviewed the evidence on minoxidil's effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia, finding that 5% topical minoxidil is the most effective monotherapy for men, while 2% is similarly effective for women. Genetic markers can predict response, and new formulations like foam and gel improve tolerability.
January 2024 in “Bulletin of Medical Science” In this study of 93 patients, adding pantohematogen to a treatment regimen for androgenetic alopecia led to greater improvements in scalp microcirculation, psychoemotional status, hemoglobin levels, and hair restoration compared to a group receiving scalp physiotherapy.
January 2021 in “Journal of Allergy and Therapy” This article reviews the phases of hair growth and differences between androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium but provides no new clinical findings on Electric Follicle Stimulation.
October 2019 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports” This case study reported that a 29-year-old male patient with alopecia areata patchy experienced hair regrowth and relief from scalp itching and dandruff after using medicinal leech therapy and specific internal medicines for three months.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Clinical Research” This review presents studies on plants used in Mexico to treat alopecia and reports no new clinical results.
January 1996 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This letter to the editor by Walter P. Unger discusses topics related to hair transplantation and reports no new research findings.
January 2022 in “Springer eBooks” The book explains causes and treatments for common hair loss, its psychological effects, related health risks, and emphasizes early screening and lifestyle changes.
26 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the potential of herbal treatments like Saw palmetto, Green tea, and Rosemary as alternatives to conventional drugs for androgenetic alopecia, noting that these herbs may inhibit the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme and reduce hair loss with fewer side effects.
12 citations
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April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article discusses potential complications in hair restoration surgery and emphasizes the importance of thorough planning and patient participation in reducing risks, but reports no new clinical findings.
44 citations
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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that both 2% and 3% topical minoxidil were more effective than placebo in promoting hair growth for men with male pattern baldness over 12 months.
13 citations
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May 1987 in “PubMed” This review explores the mechanisms and clinical trials of topical minoxidil for hair loss but presents no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for better understanding of hair loss etiology for effective treatments.
This review examines current literature on botulinum toxin type A for androgenetic alopecia, reporting an association with increased hair growth and improved hair density, though further research is needed.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair growth oil using botanical substances and base oils like coconut and castor oil, finding it to be stable, non-irritating, and suggesting potential hair-growing properties through mechanisms such as scalp blood flow improvement and anti-inflammatory effects.
November 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study describes the creation of a herbal hair oil using natural ingredients like curry leaves and hibiscus and found that the F1 oil formulation effectively reduces hair fall, removes dandruff, improves scalp blood flow, prevents early graying, and combats fungal infections.
August 2025 in “Dermatological Reviews” This review reports that stem cell-based therapies, natural oils, and low-level laser therapy may offer promising and safe alternative treatments for alopecia, although further standardized trials are needed for confirmation.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This research highlights the lack of clinical evidence linking GLP-1 agonists, commonly used in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, to hair loss, despite theoretical concerns regarding potential hair health impacts.
February 2024 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This review discusses the potential of plant-based preparations for treating hair loss and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight herbs with evidence of efficacy against alopecia.