20 citations
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October 2006 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that in women with androgenetic alopecia, hair density is lower, and thin and non-growing hair are more common on the midscalp compared to the occiput.
12 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews the essential aspects of patient consultation and examination in hair restoration surgery and outlines factors affecting candidate selection and contraindications, but reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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August 2013 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This study assessed the effects of the poly herbal formulation Hairbac, reporting significant improvements in hair texture, density, and loss among females with diffuse hair fall, with no adverse effects noted.
3 citations
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August 2012 in “Annals of Diagnostic Pathology” This study found that women with AIDS had significantly reduced epithelial thickness and more telogen hair follicles on the scalp compared to women without AIDS.
2 citations
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December 2003 This article discusses Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto) for preventing and treating androgenic alopecia, highlighting its phytosterols' role and lack of side effects but reports no new clinical results.
August 2025 in “Benha Medical Journal” This systematic review found that platelet-rich plasma significantly improved hair density and count in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to controls, with minimal adverse effects reported.
January 2024 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that the petroleum ether extract of Solanum nigrum may promote hair regrowth in testosterone-induced hair loss in rats, as indicated by increased follicle density and anagen/telogen ratio.
November 2014 in “PharmaTutor” This article reviews the efficacy of Finasteride for treating female androgenic alopecia, highlighting increased hair counts and density but reports no new clinical results.
November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Male hair loss is mainly due to thinner hair, not less hair.
December 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This abstract discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma as a promising solution for hair loss and thinning, highlighting its efficiency, safety, and reproducibility compared to traditional treatments like hair grafts.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” The abstract discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma as a new, efficient, safe, and reproducible solution for hair loss and thinning, highlighting advancements in growth factors and stem cell technology. However, this summary does not report specific findings or results.
September 2015 in “SelfCare Journal” Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
262 citations
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May 2017 in “Nanomedicine” This review examines recent advancements in electrospun nanofibers for wound healing applications, but reports no new experimental results, highlighting their potential in sutures, dressings, and skin regeneration.
This study used quantitative methods to identify new geometric and mechanical parameters of curly and kinky/coily hair, aiming to improve classification and develop better personal care products for these hair types.
December 2019 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă” This article highlights the psycho-affective risks associated with aesthetic medical procedures and stresses the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve care in this field, but reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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August 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences” This study found that a short daily photoperiod increased crude protein digestibility, secondary hair follicle activity, and cashmere quality in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats without harming fiber characteristics.
131 citations
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March 2004 in “The American journal of pathology” This study found that modulating BMP activity in transgenic mice affects the development and characteristics of several ectodermal organs, such as skin, hair, and claws, highlighting a stage-dependent influence on organogenesis.
88 citations
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study of patients with Androgenic Alopecia, micro-grafts containing HD-AFSCs resulted in significantly improved hair density and follicle count over 11 months compared to a saline solution, suggesting a potential alternative therapy for hair regrowth.
78 citations
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September 2008 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review outlines various clinical methods for assessing ageing skin and discusses their application in supporting the efficacy claims of anti-ageing treatments, but it reports no new clinical results.
70 citations
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February 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reports that plasma rich in growth factors appeared to improve hair follicle regeneration and patient satisfaction in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, though further trials are needed.
69 citations
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April 2019 in “Biomedicines” This study found that hair thickness and density increased after treatment with human follicle mesenchymal stem cells and platelet rich plasma, associated with enhanced Wnt signaling and platelet derived growth factors.
65 citations
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April 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review indicates that most studies reported positive effects of platelet-rich plasma injections for treating androgenic alopecia, with no major side effects, suggesting it may be a safe alternative to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
60 citations
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June 2019 in “Ageing Research Reviews” This review discusses the potential of adipose-derived tissue components like nanofat and stem cells for aesthetic rejuvenation, covering their use in hair growth, scar reduction, and more, without reporting new clinical results.
48 citations
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February 2008 in “Nutrition in Clinical Practice” This article reviews dietary recommendations for managing polycystic ovary syndrome and provides evidence that diet changes can improve the androgen profile in affected women, but it reports no new clinical results.
47 citations
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November 2012 in “Wound repair and regeneration” This study found that grafting split-thickness human skin onto nude mice produces scars that mimic hypertrophic scar characteristics in humans, offering a useful model for studying scar formation and treatments.
41 citations
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January 2020 in “BioMed Research International” This study found that micrografts containing human hair follicle mesenchymal stem cells significantly increased hair count and density compared to placebo over 58 weeks in patients experiencing hair loss.
38 citations
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December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the influence of menopausal status on hair parameters in women without alopecia, finding significant differences in hair growth rate, percentage anagen, and hair diameter distributions, particularly in the frontal scalp.
33 citations
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January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This review suggested that low-level light therapy using red/near-infrared light could be a safe and effective treatment for various skin and hair conditions, though more robust trials are needed to solidify its clinical utility.
33 citations
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January 2005 in “Dermatology” This mini-review summarizes the Trichoscan as a sensitive tool for measuring hair growth parameters, demonstrating its effectiveness in detecting treatment response in androgenetic alopecia but noting some practical limitations.
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.