January 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Taking finasteride every other month can still help with hair loss but may be less effective over time compared to taking it daily.
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April 2016 in “PubMed” Using Minoxidil 2% solution with a botanical hair solution twice daily can significantly improve hair growth and quality in women with Female Pattern Hair Loss, boosting self-confidence and attractiveness.
3 citations,
April 2016 in “PubMed” Using Minoxidil 5% foam with a botanical hair solution twice daily can significantly improve hair growth and appearance in men with hair loss, and is generally well-tolerated.
July 2023 in “Journal of Indian System of Medicine” Ayurveda can help treat premature hair graying with lifestyle changes and herbal remedies.
1 citations,
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January 1991 in “Clinical Therapeutics” Oxiconazole nitrate cream is effective and safe for treating various fungal skin infections.
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March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The lotion and shampoo effectively treated scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
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September 1996 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.
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January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
19 citations,
June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats non-scarring hair loss with some side effects like hypertrichosis and postural hypotension.
6 citations,
November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Topical botanical lotion increases hair density and improves quality of life in women with hair loss.
September 2019 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” Ayurvedic treatment with Bhringraj Vati and coconut oil was safe and effective for reducing hair fall.
August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A new cosmetic cream reduced facial redness and skin temperature after 4 weeks of use.
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April 2024 in “International journal of clinical trials” SesZen-Bio™ improves hair density, thickness, and overall hair health.
Finasteride is popular for treating male hair loss but may increase the risk of serious prostate cancer and has other potential side effects.
14 citations,
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7 citations,
March 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Bimatoprost 0.01% effectively and safely improves eyebrow growth.
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August 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” ALA-PDT is effective and safe for chronic X-ray dermatitis, providing complete or partial remission.
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
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May 2021 in “Endocrine Reviews” Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.
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September 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Traction alopecia is more common in African women than girls, especially when traction is applied to chemically relaxed hair; avoiding such hairstyles may reduce the risk.
63 citations,
May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.
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October 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe hair loss in Korean patients.