September 2023 in “Animals” Genes linked to wool fineness in sheep have been identified.
February 2023 in “Molecules” Cactus extract from Notocactus ottonis may help promote hair growth.
December 2021 in “Journal of Applied Biological Chemistry” Toothpaste containing α-tocopherol acetate, l-menthol, and stevioside can promote hair growth in mice.
July 2021 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Monilethrix causes different levels of hair loss in family members.
January 2015 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” Monilethrix causes fragile, patchy hair loss.
Protein profiling of forehead skin can help distinguish between frontal fibrosing alopecia and androgenetic alopecia.
June 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Oral minoxidil and growth factors improved hair density and thickness in a girl with hereditary hair loss.
February 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair loss in male pattern baldness is linked to changes in specific genes and proteins that affect hair growth and scalp health.
Genetic testing can help diagnose skin conditions but needs more research for full effectiveness.