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research Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Plus Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor Combined With Minoxidil in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Using platelet-rich plasma, basic fibroblast growth factor, and minoxidil together significantly increases hair count and growth rate in people with hair loss.
research A Phase 1 Study to Investigate the Effects of Cortexolone 17α-Propionate, Also Known as Clascoterone, on the QT Interval Using the Meal Effect to Demonstrate ECG Assay Sensitivity
Clascoterone is safe for the heart, even at high doses.
research Regenerative Medicine in the Treatment of Specific Dermatologic Disorders: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials
Regenerative medicine shows promise for treating skin disorders like hair loss and vitiligo.
research Effect of a Medicinal and Edible Decoction YH0618 on Chemotherapy-Induced Dermatologic Toxicity: A Randomized Controlled Trial
YH0618 helped reduce skin and nail problems and fatigue in chemotherapy patients.
research Effects of the RV3466F Lotion on Female Telogen Effluvium: Results from a 16-Week, Multi-Centric, Controlled, Randomized Trial
RV3466F lotion significantly reduces hair loss and improves acute telogen effluvium.
research Use of Metformin Versus Chromium Picolinate in the Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Chromium picolinate was better tolerated than metformin for PCOS with fewer side effects.
research The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Regrowth: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
Platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair regrowth and thickness in patients with hair loss.
research Intradermal Injections of a Hair Growth Factor Formulation for Enhancement of Human Hair Regrowth: Safety and Efficacy Evaluation in a First-in-Man Pilot Clinical Study
The QR 678 hair growth treatment was safe and effective for hair regrowth in men and women.
research Soy Protein Containing Isoflavones Improves Facial Signs of Photoaging and Skin Hydration in Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Prospective Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial
Soy protein with isoflavones reduces wrinkles and improves skin hydration in postmenopausal women.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
PRP is effective and safe for increasing hair density in people with hair loss.
research Safety and Efficacy of Rice Bran Supercritical CO2 Extract for Hair Growth in Androgenic Alopecia: A 16-Week Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Rice Bran Supercritical CO2 Extract significantly increased hair density and diameter in male alopecia patients without any side effects.
research Effects of Photobiomodulation Therapy for Androgenic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Photobiomodulation therapy significantly increases hair density and growth for androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm safety.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
5α-reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in men with enlarged prostate.
research Final Results of a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Two-Arm, Parallel Clinical Trial of Proxalutamide for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: A Multiregional, Joint Analysis of the Proxa-Rescue AndroCoV Trial
Proxalutamide improved recovery, lowered death rates, and reduced hospital stay for COVID-19 patients.
research Tolerability of Hair Cleansing Conditioners: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Consumer Complaints to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Wen by Chaz Dean Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner is better tolerated than salicylic acid and baby shampoos.
research Efficacy and Safety of L-Cystine Associated or Not to a Natural Keratin (Kera-Diet) Hydrolysate on Hair and Nails: Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
L-Cystine and L-Cystine with Kera-Diet® safely improved hair and nail quality in healthy women.
research Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Multicenter Trial
Low-level light therapy safely improves hair growth and thickness for androgenetic alopecia.
research Comparative Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Low-level laser therapy significantly increases hair density in adults with hair loss, with low-frequency treatment being more effective.
research Efficacy and Safety of Anti-Androgens in the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Anti-androgens can help manage some PCOS symptoms better than metformin but are not more effective than placebos or birth control pills for other symptoms.
research A Synbiotic Preparation (SIM01) for Post-Acute Covid-19 Syndrome in Hong Kong (Recovery): A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
SIM01 significantly reduced post-COVID symptoms and is safe.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Food Supplement Containing L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens Extract, and Biotin for Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial
The food supplement with L-cystine, Serenoa repens extract, and biotin safely reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in men and women.
research An Herbal Extract Combination (Biochanin A, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, and Ginseng Extracts) Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Prospective, Randomized, Triple-Blind, Controlled Trial
The herbal mix (Biochanin A, Acetyl tetrapeptide-3, and Ginseng Extracts) and the 3% Minoxidil solution are equally effective in treating hair loss, but the herbal mix has fewer side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Dietary Supplement Containing a Lipid Co-Extract from Serenoa Repens and Pygeum Africanum for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
The supplement with Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum significantly increased active hair growth and decreased rest phase hair in post-menopausal women with hair loss, with only mild digestive side effects.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Assess the Efficacy of a Nutritional Supplement in Female Androgenic Alopecia
The nutritional supplement Pilopeptan® WOMAN improved hair growth and thickness in women with hair loss.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Thai Men and Women: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Trial
LLLT promotes hair growth and improves hair density safely in men and women.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical Finasteride Spray Solution for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Phase III, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial
Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of Persimmon Leaf Formulated With Green Tea and Sophora Fruit Extracts on Hair Growth: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
BLH308, with persimmon leaf, green tea, and sophora fruit extracts, safely increased hair density and thickness.
research The Effects of Oral Supplementation with a Natural Keratin Hydrolysate (Kera-Diet) on Hair and Nails: Randomized, Placebo and Benchmark-Controlled Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
Taking Kera-Diet® improves hair and nail health without side effects.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Multicenter Trial
Low-level light therapy significantly increased hair density and thickness in people with hair loss, but they didn't notice a difference.