January 2015 in “VetPharma” This review discusses Alopecia X in plush-coated dogs, noting that while treatments like melatonin and laser therapy have shown promise, the condition is generally considered a cosmetic issue without the need for therapy.
October 2017 in “World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” This study found that combination therapy involving Minoxidil, Finasteride, or Saw palmetto with a dermaroller showed good to excellent results in male pattern baldness and moderate response in female pattern baldness over six months.
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July 2021 in “Journal of dermatology & dermatologic surgery” This review discusses the use of microneedling with a dermaroller for treating acne scars, hair loss, and wrinkles, and reports no new clinical results.
14 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp Roller therapy helped improve hair growth in patients with hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
March 2023 in “Scientific reports” This study presents evidence that hair matrix progenitors and the enzyme Stearoyl CoA Desaturase 1 may play a role in maintaining the dermal papilla niche via autocrine Wnt and paracrine Hedgehog signaling in mice.
40 citations
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June 2013 in “Biomaterials” This study developed a 3D engineered hair follicle model that mimics the native hair bulb and may aid in drug screening for hair growth therapies.
June 2019 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” In this study, hyaluronic acid filler injections in albino rats increased subcutaneous tissue thickness, collagen and elastic fibers, and vascularization, suggesting potential benefits for combating skin aging and defects.
August 2024 in “Qucosa (Saxon State and University Library Dresden)” In this study on mice, researchers observed that dermal white adipose tissue (dWAT) plays a key role in regulating skin inflammation and tissue repair; however, reduced expression of certain cytokines in obese mice may hinder these processes, indicating potential metabolic disruptions in dWAT during inflammation.
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January 2022 in “Pharmaceutical Sciences Asia” This review highlights the potential of microneedles as a low-cost, well-tolerated method for transdermal drug delivery in dermatology, though further research is needed to establish their clinical efficacy.
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June 2011 in “Nature Biotechnology” Stem cell treatments can potentially treat baldness, with one trial showing hair growth after injecting a hair-stimulating complex, and no safety issues were reported.
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June 2019 in “Cureus” This literature review suggests that fractional lasers and microneedling, particularly when used with topical agents, may be effective treatments for alopecia areata; however, the small size and number of studies highlight a need for larger trials to confirm efficacy.
June 2023 in “Sains Malaysiana” This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of a cinchonine nanostructured lipid carrier serum for hair growth in mouse models, finding that it significantly increased hair length and enhanced follicle penetration compared to controls, with no notable irritation observed.
26 citations
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June 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, pegylated interferon alfa-2b injections led to local cutaneous reactions, including cutaneous necrosis, in patients with hepatitis C and chronic myelocytic leukemia, requiring dose modifications or treatment withdrawal in some cases.
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October 1996 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Dermatologists give better information on pathology forms, hypersensitivity vasculitis is a common skin issue, misdiagnoses can occur, and various skin conditions are linked to loss of elastin or genetic factors.
25 citations
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June 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that using an electrical microneedling device enhanced the penetration of liposomal melanin-fluorescein into hair structures and widened the follicular infundibulum in ex vivo human skin models.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This article discusses traction alopecia in children and adolescents, emphasizing its occurrence due to hairstyles that exert chronic tension on hair, but reports no new findings.
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July 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” This review discusses current and emerging therapeutic strategies for androgenetic alopecia, noting limited evidence but suggesting areas such as prostaglandin analogs, PRP, and progenitor cell therapies as promising future directions.
9 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of dermatology” This case report describes a Thai male with TRPS1 who exhibited unique and unreported features such as hypoplastic mandibular condyles, double mental foramina, and distinctive hair abnormalities.
March 2023 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” This study found that the herbal extract HX109 promoted hair growth in mice by increasing cell viability and enhancing hair regrowth, with the effects increasing as doses rose.
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January 2004 This review discusses epithelial-mesenchymal interactions in hair follicle development and their regulation by molecular signals, but reports no new results; the authors emphasize the need for further research to apply these findings clinically.
6 citations
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June 2013 in “Toxicological Research” This study found that topical valproate has minimal potential to cause skin irritation, suggesting it can be applied safely to human skin.
3 citations
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July 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reported that using non-absorbable magnesium microneedle patches for 12 weeks improved under-eye wrinkles as measured by a grading scale and wrinkle index, with minimal discomfort and no significant change in dermal thickness.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review examines the mechanisms of hair follicle development and regeneration, discussing current hair loss treatments and emerging therapies like low-level laser therapy and stem cell therapy, which the authors suggest show promise in managing hair loss.
September 2025 in “PubMed” This review discusses recent advances in hair regeneration strategies, including mechanical stimulation and complementary therapies like MSC transplantation and platelet-rich plasma, and reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” In this study, researchers found that dissolving microneedles made with hyaluronic acid enhanced the effectiveness of minoxidil in reducing hair loss and promoting hair growth in alopecia-affected mice more effectively than topical minoxidil alone, while using only 10% of the drug amount.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” This review discusses regenerative medicine approaches for treating alopecia, including mesenchymal stem cell therapies and platelet-rich plasma, but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further study.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, researchers developed a composite paste system using minoxidil-loaded nanoparticles and valproic acid, enhanced by roller-microneedles, which significantly stimulated hair regeneration and perifollicular vascularization in an androgenetic alopecia mouse model, reducing side effects compared to traditional treatments.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that while clinical evidence is limited, early preclinical results suggest exosome treatment may enhance hair growth and warrant further research for therapeutic use in alopecia.
March 2025 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” This study found that human adipose-derived MSC exosomes (hADSC-Exos) may enhance dermal papillary cell proliferation and migration by activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, potentially reversing the effects of dihydrotestosterone in androgenetic alopecia.