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standardized method to evaluate hair changes using comparative photos

Global Photographic Assessment (GPA) is a standardized method used to evaluate hair growth and hair loss by comparing photographs taken at different times. This technique allows both patients and healthcare professionals to visually track changes in hair density and scalp coverage, providing a clear and objective measure of treatment effectiveness or disease progression.

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research Improving the Efficacy of Anti-Hair Loss Drug Treatments With a Cosmetic Lotion Containing Caffeine, Taurine and Growth Factors

July 2022 in “http://isrctn.com/”

Adding a cosmetic gel with caffeine, taurine, and growth factors to standard hair loss treatments could improve results.

research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Topical Gel Containing Mimicking Growth Factors Oligopeptides, Caffeine, Taurine and an Iron-Chelating Complex in Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia Treated with Topical Minoxidil or Oral Finasteride: A Prospective, 6-Month, Randomized, Assessor-Blinded, 4-Arm, Parallel Group Study

December 2022 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology and therapies”

Adding the topical gel improved hair growth more than using minoxidil or finasteride alone.

research Long-Term (10-Year) Efficacy of Finasteride in 523 Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

8 citations, January 2019 in “Clinical research and trials”

Finasteride is effective and safe for long-term treatment of hair loss in Japanese men.

research Acne Fulminans: Explosive Systemic Form of Acne

January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery”

Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.

research The Efficacy and Safety of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in Adult Males and Females With Androgenetic Alopecia: An Open-Label, Non-Randomized, Prospective Study

April 2023 in “Cureus”

Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum is safe and effective for reducing hair fall and promoting hair growth.

research Global Photographic Assessment of Men Aged 18 to 60 Years with Male Pattern Hair Loss Receiving Finasteride 1 mg or Placebo

35 citations, February 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Finasteride significantly improves hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.

research 5 mg/Day Finasteride Treatment for Normoandrogenic Asian Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss

64 citations, June 2010 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Finasteride improves hair density and thickness in women with hair loss.

The Efficacy and Safety of Dutasteride Compared with Finasteride in Treating Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

research The Efficacy and Safety of Dutasteride Compared with Finasteride in Treating Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

38 citations, February 2019 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging”

Dutasteride more effectively treats hair loss than finasteride, but may increase risk of altered libido.

research Effects of Finasteride (1 mg) on Hair Transplant

30 citations, March 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.

research Effects of Finasteride (1 mg) on Hair Transplant

23 citations, October 2005 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.

research The Effectiveness of Combination Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

11 citations, June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Combination therapies work better than single treatments for hair loss.

research QR 678 and QR678 Neo vs PRP—A Randomized, Comparative, Prospective Study

14 citations, April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

QR678 treatments were more effective and comfortable for male hair loss than PRP treatments.

A Randomized Controlled Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-Level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia

research A Randomized Controlled Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-Level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia

April 2024 in “Journal of dermatology research reviews & reports”

Using a laser helmet with Minoxidil works better for male hair loss than Minoxidil alone, with no extra side effects.

Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Intradermal Administration of QR678 Neo Hair Growth Factor Formulation: A Phase-IV, Open-Label, Single-Arm Multi-Ethnicity Clinical Trial

research Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Intradermal Administration of QR678 Neo Hair Growth Factor Formulation: A Phase-IV, Open-Label, Single-Arm Multi-Ethnicity Clinical Trial

2 citations, January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

QR678 Neo® is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss in men and women.

Efficacy of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients With PCOS: An Open-Label, Non-Randomized, Prospective Study

research Efficacy of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients With PCOS: An Open-Label, Non-Randomized, Prospective Study

September 2023 in “Cureus”

Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum effectively treats hair loss in women with PCOS.

research Comparison Between Topical Cetirizine With Minoxidil Versus Topical Placebo With Minoxidil In Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study

December 2022 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Adding cetirizine to minoxidil improves hair growth and thickness in women with androgenetic alopecia.

research Novel Application of 1064-Nm Picosecond Nd:YAG Laser for Male Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment

January 2024 in “PubMed”

A new laser treatment may help regrow hair in men with pattern baldness and has minimal side effects.

research The Efficacy and Safety of Tofacitinib in Patients with Alopecia Totalis

August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Tofacitinib is a potential alternative treatment for alopecia totalis, especially in patients with a shorter duration of the condition and more preserved hair follicles, but the overall response rate is low.