May 2003 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair loss can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride or surgery, but treatment effectiveness varies by alopecia type and accurate diagnosis is important.
January 1993 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Natural products like propolis are causing more skin allergies, and certain skin treatments and medications have various side effects and risks.
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September 2014 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Nanoparticles can improve skin treatments by better targeting hair follicles, but more research is needed for advancement.
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August 2018 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Nanotechnology could make hair loss treatments more effective and reduce side effects, but more research is needed before it's available.
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September 2015 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Active transdermal technologies in cosmetics help deliver skin treatments effectively, but their safety and effectiveness depend on skin type and treatment choice.
September 2023 The new skin cream with zinc oxide nanoparticles is stable, spreads well, and doesn't deeply penetrate the skin.
December 2016 in “Therapeutic Delivery” New drugs for Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis advanced, a Zika vaccine is in development, and there were business deals in anesthesia and oncology.
February 2021 Caffeine can potentially treat common hair loss by counteracting hair follicle shrinkage caused by hormones.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” Some plants can promote hair growth and are becoming more popular due to fewer side effects.
November 2023 The new gel with Zinc Oxide nanoparticles and finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss when applied to the skin.
May 2023 in “Advancements in Homeopathic Research” Zauberöl® may help treat hair loss caused by testosterone in rats.
January 2007 Hair coloring and bleaching can permanently break down hair protein and temporarily change its properties.
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January 2009 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” Herbal hair oil with 7.5% amla, hibiscus, brahmi, and methi promotes hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.
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January 2016 in “Skin research and technology” Oxidative hair dye changes hair color and structure but doesn't weaken it.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Researchers developed a new method to deliver molecules to hair follicles to manage hair growth without damaging surrounding skin.
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July 2023 in “Pharmaceutics (Basel)” Nanoparticle-based drug delivery to hair follicles is more effective when tested under conditions that match skin behavior.
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March 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Clove oil in emu oil helps condition hair and promote hair growth.
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January 2016 in “Journal of in silico & in vitro pharmacology” Combining Minoxidil and Rosemary oil in liposomes improves Minoxidil's effectiveness and remains stable for 60 days.
January 2022 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Argan oil-based nano carriers could potentially deliver caffeine to hair follicles to treat hair loss.
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June 2012 in “Journal of controlled release” New method uses hair follicles to deliver drugs deep into the skin.
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Zinc pyrithione dissolves quickly on the skin and in hair follicles, especially in smaller particles.
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November 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Using more than 5% minoxidil can help hair growth more, but results vary and side effects may increase.
October 2023 in “Plants” Nanocarriers with plant extracts show promise for safe and effective hair growth treatment.
July 2014 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” Niosomal minoxidil was found to be more effective in increasing hair count and patient satisfaction than conventional minoxidil in treating hair loss.
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November 2015 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Nanoethosomes can improve the skin penetration of Lidocaine for topical use.
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December 2021 Niosomes are a promising method for delivering drugs directly to targeted areas in the body.
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November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The new anti-dandruff shampoo with ketoconazole-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles is more effective against dandruff.
June 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Dutasteride is the most studied alternative drug for androgenetic alopecia, but more high-quality research is needed.
May 2023 Nanotechnology improves Clomiphene citrate's effectiveness and reduces side effects for treating ovulatory disorders.
November 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Adipose stem cell-derived exosomes may improve hair count and scalp health, potentially outperforming current treatments like minoxidil.