In this review, researchers explain various hair loss treatments in South Africa, detailing how they work, who can use them, possible side effects, and guidelines for safe application, helping readers make informed decisions about hair care.
This study reviews common hair loss treatments used in South Africa, including minoxidil, topical finasteride, and scalp rollers, detailing their mechanisms, suitable users, side effects, and application needs to help readers make informed choices and create a hair care routine.
June 2025 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports” This case study reports successful treatment of alopecia areata in a 22-year-old woman using an Ayurvedic approach, including microneedling and herbal therapies, which improved her SALT score from 22% to 0% after one month.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” This study investigated the effects of a derma pen treatment using green betel leaf extract cream on hair development in female Wistar rats, highlighting the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of betel leaves that may aid in hair growth and condition.
July 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” This review discusses micro needling as a therapeutic option for various dermatological conditions, such as scars and pigmentation, and reports no new clinical results; the authors note potential side effects and contraindications.
January 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” This study suggests that microneedling may be an effective and less painful treatment for vitiligo, offering benefits over traditional needle injections, particularly in challenging-to-treat areas like the extremities or stubborn regions.
June 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study using a mouse model, researchers found that expressing Lef1 in dermal fibroblasts may enhance skin regeneration without affecting normal development.
This case report observed that a 44-year-old male patient with androgenetic alopecia experienced increased hair density and patient satisfaction after treatment with microneedling, growth factors, and minoxidil.
In this case study, a 65-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia showed slight hair growth after treatment with a Derma Roller System and Capillary Therapy.
In this study, 87% of women with female pattern hair loss experienced hair regrowth and reduced hair fall after six months of treatment with platelet-rich plasma therapy combined with a Derma roller, suggesting it as a safe treatment option.
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August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This study suggests that a novel micropatterned dermal–epidermal matrix (μDERM) enhances keratinocyte function and epidermal morphology, offering potential improvements in skin substitute design for wound healing applications.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study explored the effects of USPlus® DERM, a bioactive fatty acid extract from Serenoa repens, in promoting hair growth and enhancing hair follicle stem cell stemness in an ex vivo setting, showing potential for both 5‐α reductase-dependent and independent hair loss treatments.
August 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review assessed dermo-cosmetic treatments using prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and other biotics for acne and scalp disorders, finding potential benefits, especially with multi-strain or synbiotic formulations, although challenges like formulation stability and the need for larger trials persist.
This study found that the nutraceutical product DERM decreased the pro-inflammatory cytokine IL-6 in mesenchymal stem cells under in vitro conditions.
April 2026 in “Nowotwory Journal of Oncology” This review provides a clinical guide for safely using dermo-aesthetic treatments to improve the quality of life for oncology patients dealing with treatment-related side effects, emphasizing the importance of consulting with an oncologist before undergoing such procedures.
July 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Yarborough denied endorsing Derma Genesis and was mistakenly represented due to his office manager's error; also, over 30% of tested skin products were contaminated with bacteria.
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September 2022 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that visits for hair- and scalp-related disorders to a derm clinic increased significantly over a decade, with androgenetic alopecia showing the largest rise.
October 2024 in “Más dermatología” The abstract describes a journal that covers a wide range of topics from basic research to dermo-aesthetics, emphasizing multidisciplinary approaches and scientific rigor across subjects like molecular biology, gene therapy, and dermocosmetics, but provides no specific study results.
December 2022 in “Journal of applied biological chemistry” In this study, Betula platyphylla extract, particularly fraction H3-2, promoted human derma papilla cell proliferation and increased expression of certain growth factors, suggesting potential benefits for hair loss prevention.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, the authors highlight the potential of intradermal microinjections of dutasteride as an adjunctive therapy for androgenetic alopecia, though they note that information on its effectiveness remains limited.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” This study used histopathological and ultrastructural analyses to differentiate between junctional epidermolysis bullosa and dermatomyositis-like disease in two juvenile dogs with skin disorders.
August 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The product effectively improves hair volume in aging individuals.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Aging significantly affects the hair and scalp of nonbalding Caucasian women, with changes that differ from male pattern baldness.
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March 2009 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article describes petechiae on the fingertips as a presenting symptom of dermatitis herpetiformis but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2005 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” This study describes the structural composition of the skin's dermis in experimental animals, highlighting the arrangement of collagen, elastic, and reticular fibers as well as associated glands and muscles.
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November 2023 in “Contact dermatitis” In this study, sensitization to ethylhexyl salicylate was found in 27.3% of patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia, suggesting it may be a potential contact allergen for this condition.
December 2025 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, researchers conducted a retrospective analysis of 16 cases of erosive palmoplantar lichen planus in North East India, finding a higher prevalence in pediatric and male patients, with common clinical features including plantar involvement and histopathological indicators such as basal cell degeneration.
August 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Ginseng and Albizia extracts help prevent hair thinning with age.
June 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The new cream is safe and effective for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis.
December 2018 in “72° Congresso di Anatomia e Istologia” This study reported that using autologous micro-grafts according to the Rigenera® protocol may improve hair restoration and increase hair follicle numbers in patients with androgenetic alopecia after 6 to 9 months.