April 2025 in “Cosmetics” In this randomized, double-blind study, a shampoo containing Plantago asiatica L. significantly improved hair thickness and density while reducing hair loss over 12 weeks in adults compared to a placebo.
November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Male hair loss is mainly due to thinner hair, not less hair.
92 citations
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September 2019 in “ACS nano” This study observed that a wearable electric stimulation device significantly promoted hair regeneration in rats and mice, outperforming conventional pharmacological treatments and enhancing growth factor secretion.
73 citations
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses the use of mushrooms and their bioactive compounds in cosmeceuticals and nutricosmetics and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting potential areas for future research and development.
43 citations
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May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article discusses the phases and histological features of alopecia areata and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize recognizing these phases for accurate diagnosis.
31 citations
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May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” This review discusses the physiology of hair follicles, their disorders, and the principles behind developing treatments, reporting no new results.
28 citations
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October 1998 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” This review examines age-related changes in androgen levels in women and explores the rationale for testosterone replacement therapy, but it reports no new clinical findings.
28 citations
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May 2013 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This review presents substantial evidence supporting testosterone use for hypoactive sexual desire disorder in postmenopausal women, but notes safety concerns with off-label prescribing due to lack of approved formulations.
26 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article introduces a new grading system called the FPHL Severity Index to better identify and monitor early stages of female pattern hair loss using clinical criteria.
22 citations
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August 2019 in “Environmental research” This study found that the Pseudomonas sp. T5-6-I strain significantly increased selenium accumulation and root hair density in Brassica oleracea, highlighting its potential for phytoremediation and biofortification.
22 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that platelet-rich plasma was effective for hair regrowth in women with androgenic alopecia, though less so than minoxidil, but it was associated with improved quality of life responses.
16 citations
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February 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article is a letter to the editor about fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution and reports no new research findings.
16 citations
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October 2007 in “Andrologia” This study suggests that DHT may have a less potent effect on the prostate compared to testosterone while maintaining safety and similar effects on erythropoiesis and lipids.
11 citations
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September 2016 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study suggests that both men and women with higher body hair density may have an increased risk of developing basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition” This study found that maternal melatonin supplementation improved fur quality in Rex rabbit offspring by increasing hair follicle density and altering melatonin receptor gene expression in several organs.
9 citations
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January 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This review discusses current concepts in hair transplantation, emphasizing the importance of patient consultation and alternative therapies like finasteride and minoxidil, but does not report new experimental findings.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study observed that actual harvested grafts in hair transplantation yielded more 1-hair follicular units and fewer 3-hair follicular units than originally estimated, with older age and multiple procedures limiting donor scalp harvesting.
2 citations
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May 2021 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers found that stress likely triggers symmetrical alopecia in Formosan macaques in Mt. Longevity, Taiwan, with higher stress hormone levels associated with the condition.
1 citations
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March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Isotretinoin is a preferred treatment for severe acne, often leading to long-term improvement, but requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects.
This article discusses the lack of effective drugs for treating graying hair and explores current therapies for age-related hair changes, emphasizing the importance of addressing general health issues and nutrient supplementation for hair health.
May 2023 in “Stem cell research & therapy” This study describes a novel method using force-triggered density gradient sedimentation for efficiently isolating dermal papilla cells from neonatal mouse skin, showing promise for hair follicle regeneration research.
January 2018 in “Biomedical Research (Aligarh)” This study found no significant differences in bone mineral density or predisposing factors across hair-loss stages in women with androgenetic alopecia, though early-onset cases may warrant investigation for premature bone loss.
March 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study reports that Murraya koenigii (curry leaf) extract, rich in bioactive compounds, shows potential in promoting hair growth and improving scalp health through increased follicle density, reduced hair loss, and antimicrobial effects, with clinical trials supporting these benefits.
June 2024 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” This study found that a 2-deoxy-D-ribose gel stimulated hair follicle growth in mice with androgenic alopecia, showing effects similar to minoxidil without additional benefits from combining the two treatments.
This article reviews applications of optical coherence tomography techniques in medicine, including for diagnosing androgenic alopecia and monitoring blood coagulation, but provides no new clinical results.
February 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses mathematical correlations in hair restoration surgery but reports no new research findings.
January 2026 in “AppliedMath” This study explored a mechanism for making Turing pattern formations more predictable and robust by isolating pattern modes to prevent their sensitivity to initial conditions, which can lead to different outcomes from minor initial changes.
36 citations
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June 2014 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that men with persistent sexual side effects after using finasteride for androgenetic alopecia had higher androgen receptor expression in certain tissues compared to those who never used the drug.
1 citations
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May 2023 in “Research journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This article discusses the growing preference for organic and herbal cosmetics for hair care, attributing this trend to reduced side effects compared to their synthetic counterparts, and highlights ingredients like fenugreek, flaxseed, and ginger for their potential benefits in preventing hair issues and promoting growth.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that regardless of alopecia type, follicular unit extraction resulted in good patient satisfaction concerning appearance and visual age.