This review discusses caffeine's potential role in treating androgenetic alopecia by counteracting DHT effects on hair follicles and enhancing cell proliferation, but reports no new clinical results.
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July 2019 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” This study developed lipid-core nanocapsules for encapsulating menthol, improving its solubility and thermal stability, and demonstrated their safety and rapid skin absorption in ex vivo tests, highlighting potential applications for cosmeceuticals.
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July 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article reviews corrective repair methods for unsatisfactory hair transplant outcomes, including strategies for improving recipient and donor sites, but reports no new clinical results.
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February 2022 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” This study suggests that a nanostructured lipid carrier formulation delivering minoxidil and latanoprost may enhance effectiveness and tolerability in treating alopecia by targeting hair follicles.
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This case report describes koebnerization-induced vitiligo in a woman following repeated eyebrow microblading, suggesting a link between the procedure and the phenomenon in susceptible individuals.
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December 2024 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study outlines treatment options for alopecia, suggesting intralesional corticosteroids for localized adult cases and Janus Kinase inhibitors for severe cases, emphasizing a balance between hair regrowth rate and managing side effects.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that dense-packing megasession follicular unit extraction is a safe and effective method for treating extensive scarring alopecia, with a graft survival rate of 85% and high patient satisfaction.
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March 2024 in “Skin research and technology” In this study, a modified Xception deep learning model achieved a 92% accuracy rate in diagnosing hair and scalp disorders, significantly outperforming other models, suggesting AI could improve dermatological diagnostics' accuracy and accessibility.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a new triamcinolone acetonide serum combined with a microneedling device, showing promise for treating alopecia areata by targeting hair follicles in a less invasive, patient-friendly way with confirmed drug solubility, compatibility, and safety.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a low-viscosity triamcinolone acetonide serum, used with a derma stamp microneedling device, to improve targeted treatment of alopecia areata, reporting favorable drug solubility, spreadability, and permeation to hair follicles, while maintaining skin safety.
January 2025 in “Communications in computer and information science” HairLossMultinet accurately classifies hair damage with 98% accuracy but needs a more diverse dataset for broader use.
May 2024 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.” This study found that three-layer dissolving microneedles for delivering Minoxidil showed improved skin drug penetration and reduced irritation risk compared to traditional Minoxidil cream, suggesting a promising alternative for alopecia areata treatment.
January 2021 in “Social Science Research Network” This study suggests that a nanostructured lipid carrier formulation of minoxidil and latanoprost may effectively target hair follicles and enhance drug penetration for alopecia treatment.
July 2017 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” In this study, the ethyl acetate fraction of Nothopanax scutellarium leaves showed a mild irritation effect but promoted hair growth and increased hair diameter in rabbits.
June 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” This study found that a green tea extract gel was stable across various temperatures, did not cause eye irritation, and significantly increased eyelash growth compared to a placebo after two months of use in human volunteers.
May 2026 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” New topical treatments and methods can help manage female pattern hair loss.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study proposes creating formal educational programs for dermatologists to improve care for African American patients by addressing the lack of training in hair care practices and complications associated with cultural styles like braids and wigs, thereby aiming to enhance health outcomes and healthcare equity.
August 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This consensus statement from Saudi Arabia outlines evidence- and experience-based recommendations for diagnosing and managing alopecia areata, focusing on severity assessment, prognostic indicators, and therapeutic options, with special attention to pediatric patients and uncommon cases.
June 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This review provides dermatologists with a comprehensive overview of hair prostheses for alopecia patients, emphasizing key considerations such as hair coverage needs, material types, financial options, and adverse effects to better advise patients on suitable hair camouflage solutions.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This article reviews the indications for micropigmentation in dermatological conditions like stable vitiligo and alopecia, but presents no new clinical results.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” This chapter reviews the available options for camouflaging hair loss and thinning, discussing their advantages and disadvantages, but reports no new clinical results.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
March 2009 in “Journal of Biomedical Research” In this study, herbal extract mixtures applied to mice accelerated hair regrowth compared to a control group, suggesting potential hair-growing properties.
Hair properties change under electromagnetic fields and are influenced by individual characteristics and the environment.
January 2023 in “Handbook of Skin Disease Management” This chapter reviews management strategies for male pattern hair loss and provides treatment information for dermatology trainees, but it does not report new clinical results.
June 2007 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This review discusses female pattern hair loss, the most common cause of hair loss in women, highlighting medical treatments like oral antiandrogens and topical minoxidil but reports no new clinical results.
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January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” This study introduced a new method for extracting red mordant dyes from wool fibers that preserved the fibers for further analysis and allowed for spectrophotometric examination of the dyes' absorption curves.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reports that cancer patients experiencing chemotherapy-induced alopecia actively engage in Facebook groups for support, instructions, and product recommendations related to scalp cooling, but only 5% consult dermatologists for hair loss concerns, highlighting the platform's influence on patient treatment decisions.
January 2024 in “JEADV clinical practice” This study reported high patient satisfaction with multidisciplinary shared medical appointments for alopecia areata and frontal fibrosing alopecia, with participants appreciating the educational and supportive group environment.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that multidisciplinary group medical visits for patients with alopecia areata improved patient satisfaction, knowledge, and access to care at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.