research Measurement of Hair Growth
Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.
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research Effects of Sex Steroid Deprivation and Administration on Hair Growth and Skin Sebum Production in Transsexual Males and Females
Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.
research Expression of the L-Fucose Moiety on Infrainfundibular Follicular Keratinocytes of Terminal Follicles, Its Decreased Expression on Vellus and Indeterminate Follicles of Androgenetic Alopecia, and Re-Expression in Drug-Induced Hair Regrowth
Sugar molecule helps hair growth, less in balding, returns with treatment.
research Forearm Hair Density And Risk Of Keratinocyte Cancers In Australian Adults
People with denser forearm hair have a higher risk of certain skin cancers.
research Review of Hair Follicle Dermal Cells
Dermal cells are key in controlling hair growth and could potentially be used in hair loss treatments, but more research is needed to improve hair regeneration methods.
research FGF5 Is a Crucial Regulator of Hair Length in Humans
FGF5 gene mutations cause unusually long eyelashes by affecting hair growth regulation.
research Spironolactone Is an Effective and Well-Tolerated Systemic Antiandrogen Therapy for Hirsute Women
Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.
research Getting Under the Skin of Hair Aging: The Impact of the Hair Follicle Environment
Aging scalp skin contributes to hair aging and loss, and more research is needed to develop better hair loss treatments.
research Laser Hair Removal for Genital Gender Affirming Surgery
Laser hair removal before genital surgery can prevent complications and improve patient satisfaction.
research Diphenylcyclopropenone-Induced Vitiligo in a Patient with Alopecia Universalis
A patient with total hair loss developed vitiligo after using a treatment called DCP.
research Dermoscopy: A Rapid Bedside Tool to Assess Monilethrix
Dermoscopy quickly and accurately diagnosed a rare hair disorder in a 12-year-old girl.
research Cyproterone Acetate for Severe Hirsutism: Results of a Double-Blind Dose-Ranging Study
Cyproterone acetate at 2mg daily is as effective as higher doses for treating excessive hair growth in women.
research Localized Acquired Hypertrichosis Associated with the Application of a Splint
A 16-year-old boy's arm hair grew more after wearing a splint, but it returned to normal in 8 months.
research Alopecia Associated With Syringomas
The report suggests a possible link between hair loss and hidden scalp tumors but states more evidence is needed to confirm this.
research Normal Hair Growth in Children
Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
research Forensic Chemical Study on Human Hair: Identification of Hair Spray and Hair Growth Promoter Brands by Components Remaining on Human Hair
Chemical analysis of hair products on human hair can help identify specific brands and link suspects to victims.
research The Genetically Programmed Hair Growth Cycle And Alopecia: What Is There To Know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Hair Physiology: Hair Growth, Alopecia, Scalp Treatment, Etc.
The document concludes that new treatments for hair loss may involve a combination of cosmetics, clinical methods, and genetic approaches.
research Curcuma Aeruginosa Roxb. Essential Oil Slows Hair Growth and Lightens Skin in Axillae: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Trial
Curcuma aeruginosa essential oil effectively reduces hair growth and lightens underarm skin.
research Influence of Clipping and Chemical Epilation on Hair Growth in Mice
Certain treatments can speed up local hair growth in mice but don't change the overall hair growth pattern.
research Hair Growth Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil, tretinoin, and finasteride may help hair regrowth in mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia.
research BMP Signaling in the Hair Follicle Stem Cell Niche Regulates Hair Growth and Skin Pigmentation
BMP signaling controls hair growth and skin color.
research What Do We Know About Hair Growth Induced by Wounding and Its Therapeutic Applications?
Wounding may stimulate hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm the safety and effectiveness of related treatments.
research The Role of Mimicking Growth Factors to Control Anagen Phase: Evaluation In Vitro and In Vivo
Mimicking growth factors in a topical solution can prolong hair growth phase and reduce hair loss without side effects.
research Anti-PDGF Receptor β Antibody-Conjugated Squarticles Loaded with Minoxidil for Alopecia Treatment by Targeting Hair Follicles and Dermal Papilla Cells
Scientists created tiny particles loaded with a hair growth drug, minoxidil, that specifically target hair follicles and skin cells to potentially improve hair growth.
research Environmental Influences on the Hair Follicle
Environmental factors like temperature and nutrition affect hair growth, with humans showing seasonal hair growth differences.
research Effects of Taxifolin From Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Rhododendron Mucronulatum on Hair Growth Promotion
Taxifolin from Rhododendron mucronulatum may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Topical Curcumin Promotes Induction of the Murine Hair Cycle
Curcumin applied to the skin can start hair growth in mice.
research The Potential of Resveratrol-Rich Peanut Callus Extract in Promoting Hair Growth and Preventing Hair Loss
Peanut callus extract helps grow hair and prevent hair loss.