10 citations
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June 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
7 citations
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April 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” The document concludes that patients with skin of color need specialized dermatological care and education to manage unique skin conditions effectively.
5 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Cutis” Telemedicine is effective for diagnosing hair loss, especially in people with darker skin, during the pandemic.
2 citations
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October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.
2 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The study concludes that Traction Alopecia is often overlooked in women and children of color, and better recognition and follow-up care are needed.
November 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The study found different balding patterns in men of color.
October 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Non-melanoma skin cancer in darker-skinned people can be misdiagnosed, so doctors need to be more aware to diagnose it correctly and early.
10 citations
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March 2021 in “Pediatric dermatology” Dermatologists should understand cultural practices and communicate empathetically to effectively treat skin conditions in children and teens of color.
May 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Being overweight can cause or worsen skin problems in children, some more common in darker skin, and is often linked to insulin resistance.
January 2021 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “PubMed” Coconut oil helps with brittle hair and infestations, castor oil may improve hair shine, and argan oil lacks evidence for hair benefits.
18 citations
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October 2002 in “Veterinary dermatology” Five Weimaraners had a milder form of color dilution alopecia causing hair loss and skin issues.
7 citations
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January 1995 Silicone pretreatment protects hair from damage and reduces color fading without interfering with bleaching or dyeing.
6 citations
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October 2003 in “Journal of applied polymer science” A new method using poly(ethylene imine) improves hair dyeing at lower temperatures with better color retention.
5 citations
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May 2022 in “Fashion and Textiles” Hair conditioners with argan oil or camellia oil improve the strength and color of bleached hair.
5 citations
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August 2007 in “PubMed” Amino acids in conditioners improve hair strength, hydration, and color retention.
1 citations
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August 2021 UV radiation causes significant protein loss and color changes in hair, especially blond hair.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Functional materials in hair care improve shine, volume, frizz control, color protection, and repair.
May 2019 in “Small Animal Dermatology” The dog has Color Dilution Alopecia, causing hair loss and increased risk of skin infections.
March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants” Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.
450 citations
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January 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
210 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color production in mice is closely linked to the hair growth phase and may also influence hair growth itself.
109 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color production is closely linked to the active growth phase of hair in mice and may also influence hair growth itself.
75 citations
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January 1995 in “American journal of primatology” Vervet monkeys show physical changes like hair loss and scrotal color changes due to stress or nutrition issues.
73 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” Hair color loss can indicate the effectiveness of a drug targeting the KIT protein in mice and humans.
44 citations
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April 2017 in “Genes & development” Scientists found cells in hair that are key for growth and color.
36 citations
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November 2016 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” Some medications can cause rare hair color changes, and reporting these side effects is important for patient quality of life.
29 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fat under the skin releases HGF which helps hair grow and gain color.
25 citations
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December 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Skin color may change how alopecia areata looks under a dermoscope.