September 2025 in “AESTHETIC OROFACIAL SCIENCE” This study found that polidioxanona threads increased hair density and satisfaction in treating various types of alopecia, with no adverse events reported, though the small sample limits broader conclusions.
46 citations
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November 2011 in “Forest Ecology and Management” This study observed that the reproductive phenology of Ficus species in Northern Thailand varied seasonally, with female trees producing the most figs during the rainy season, while male trees' fig production peaked earlier.
December 2024 in “Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology” This review highlights the potential benefits of using rosemary and kalonji seeds for hair health, focusing on their phytochemical properties, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic potential in treating conditions such as alopecia and dandruff.
86 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of nutritional & environmental medicine” This review examines the health benefits of green tea, focusing on catechins, but reports no new findings; the authors emphasize potential benefits for conditions like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
37 citations
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April 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that environmental factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, exercise, and testosterone levels may significantly influence various forms of hair loss in male identical twins.
23 citations
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November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” This study found that cucurbitacin I from bitter melon most effectively inhibited the growth of lung cancer cells and promoted hair cell growth in cell cultures.
21 citations
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October 2017 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study reports that variable environmental factors, including dietary habits, may contribute to the increasing incidence and diverse clinical presentations of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
20 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review summarizes the anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, and other health effects of green tea, noting its historical and ongoing use in dermatological and cosmeceutical applications, but reports no new clinical results.
19 citations
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April 2024 in “Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences” This review explores the diverse roles of rosemary, covering its nutritional and medicinal uses, cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications, and evaluates various extraction methods, with a focus on sustainable practices and commercial prospects.
18 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry” This study found that ethanol-extracted propolis stimulated hair growth in mice by promoting the proliferation of hair keratinocytes.
18 citations
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January 2000 in “Food Science and Technology Research” In this study, partially purified apple polyphenols were found to inhibit preadipocyte differentiation in mouse cells by reducing GPDH activity and triglyceride accumulation.
16 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that fig leaf extract significantly downregulated inflammatory and androgenic gene expression in vitro, suggesting potential topical benefits for certain skin disorders.
14 citations
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January 2008 in “Gene therapy” Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
11 citations
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November 2015 in “Journal of Functional Foods” This study found that the ethyl acetate fraction of Hibiscus rosa sinensis petals significantly reduced serum glucose and glycated hemoglobin levels in diabetic rats, with effects comparable to metformin.
9 citations
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November 2012 in “Hepatology Research” This case study reports the first instance of irreversible alopecia universalis occurring during pegylated interferon-ribavirin therapy in a man with hepatitis C infection, without evidence of immunological or thyroid disorders.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Australian Prescriber” This review discusses the presence of undeclared substances, including androgenic steroids, in sports supplements and emphasizes potential health risks, without providing new results; it advises caution and consultation on supplement use.
6 citations
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April 2020 in “Applied sciences” This study reports that mesenchymal stem cell-conditioned medium promoted dermal cell migration and proliferation, enhancing wound healing but not direct hair growth, in vitro and in adult mouse models.
6 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A woman got melanoma on her scalp after anti-hair loss treatment with injections.
6 citations
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December 2015 in “International journal of nanomedicine” This study found that low-frequency sonophoresis significantly decreased the skin penetration of sodium fluorescein-loaded PEGylated liposomes with D-limonene and affected percutaneous absorption by partially plugging hair follicle orifices.
5 citations
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March 2016 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” This article reviews the promising ease of drug administration via transdermal and other topical routes, highlighting their potential for high patient compliance and reduced side effects but provides no new clinical results.
5 citations
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September 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article reports that cocaine injections can lead to skin lesions containing talc crystals at the sites of injection.
4 citations
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October 2022 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” This study found that Ficus carica extract enhanced fertility markers, including hormone levels and reproductive organ activity, in rats of both sexes, suggesting potential benefits for managing fertility issues.
4 citations
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February 2007 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article discusses silicon in hair loss but provides no new research findings or clinical results.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Farmacia” This review examines studies from 2019-2022 on dietary treatments for skin diseases, highlighting various foods and supplements that may aid in managing conditions like acne, psoriasis, and alopecia areata.
3 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of medicinal plants” This review discusses the diverse bioactivities and potential applications of Halocnemum strobilaceum but reports no new experimental findings.
3 citations
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February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Using a handheld massage device during hair transplant significantly reduces pain for most patients.
2 citations
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November 2019 in “Cancer reports” This study concluded that the Wnt signaling pathway does not significantly influence human keratoacanthoma development, but the overexpression of Sox9 suggests alternate signaling involvement.
2 citations
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December 2018 in “Natural Product Research” This study identified a new compound from fermented Carica papaya L. with moderate antioxidant and potent hair growth-stimulating activities in vitro.
2 citations
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March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” This review discusses treatments for female sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women, noting that the effectiveness of current pharmaceutical options is inconclusive and emphasizing the importance of individualized care.
1 citations
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May 2019 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” The book provides detailed information on natural ingredients in beauty products and emphasizes the need for more human trials to confirm their effectiveness.