3 citations
,
February 2024 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” In this study, researchers used Google Search ads to gather an open access dataset of 10,408 dermatological images from over 5,000 U.S. internet users, enhancing the diversity and representativeness of skin condition images available for research and artificial intelligence development.
7 citations
,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study analyzed trends in consumer and physician interest in nonsurgical hair loss therapies, finding that internet searches for treatments like minoxidil and low-level laser therapy increased over time, influenced by regulations and social media.
10 citations
,
March 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that Google users are increasingly searching for health information on dermatological issues, with particular interest in itch, hair loss, and skin rash.
53 citations
,
October 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study found that Google Trends data on search terms like "eyelid plastic surgery," "facelift," and "rhinoplasty surgery" significantly correlated with actual US surgery volumes, highlighting its potential use for plastic surgeons in marketing and advertising decisions.
November 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study analyzed Google Trends data to explore public interest in various alopecia-related terms from 2018 to 2023, finding that search volumes for "androgenetic alopecia" and "frontal fibrosing alopecia" increased, while other terms remained stable, with notable geographic variations in search interest.
July 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study analyzed Google Trends data from 2018 to 2023, revealing an increasing global interest in hair loss treatments, particularly for "oral minoxidil" and "dutasteride," though interest varies by region and treatment type.
3 citations
,
January 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Google Trends is useful for aesthetic surgeons to improve marketing by tracking what and when people search for facial cosmetic procedures.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study assessed the impact of a New York Times article on consumer interest in androgenetic alopecia treatments by surveying dermatologists about practice trends and analyzing online search data related to low dose oral minoxidil and hair loss from February 2022 to February 2023.
This study reports that alternative cancer clinics spent over $15 million on Google ads in the past decade, directing 44.4% of their website traffic from these ads, which targeted sensitive search queries of cancer patients seeking alternative treatments.
8 citations
,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study observed an increased preference for follicular unit excision over follicular unit transplant in hair restoration and highlighted a rise in demand for both surgical and nonsurgical treatments, aligned with Google search trends.
6 citations
,
April 2022 in “JMIR Dermatology” Public interest in COVID-19-related hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially with the omicron variant.
Interest in COVID-19 hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially in higher-income countries.
24 citations
,
June 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that during the COVID-19 pandemic, online searches for general dermatologic conditions returned to prepandemic levels, while interest in premalignant, cancerous conditions, and cosmetic procedures remained low.
November 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that there was a significant increase in Google searches for "oral minoxidil" following a New York Times article, suggesting heightened public interest in this treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
March 2026 in “JMIR Dermatology” This article highlights the rising interest in Janus kinase inhibitors for alopecia areata, especially following the FDA approval of baricitinib, underscoring the need for better patient education and physician guidance in selecting appropriate treatments for hair loss.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Celebrity endorsements can greatly increase interest in cosmetic procedures.
1 citations
,
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair loss is more common in summer and fall.
1 citations
,
July 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study observed seasonal trends in Poland's Google searches for dermatology-related terms and noted a decrease in searches for sexually transmitted diseases despite rising infection rates, highlighting a need for better sexual education.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Impotence Research” This study found that global online interest in finasteride and its sexual side effects significantly increased after the FDA issued safety warnings in 2011.
This study found a significant increase in global internet interest regarding finasteride and its sexual side effects, especially following the FDA's 2011 warning on the drug's labels.
8 citations
,
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This source reports that tofacitinib and ruxolitinib showed potential efficacy and acceptable safety profiles in treating various autoimmune disorders, including alopecia areata and psoriasis, based on a review of clinical studies, while recommending physicians consider the individual risks and benefits.
June 2026 in “Akdeniz Medical Journal” This study found significant seasonal variations in public interest for several skin conditions, including tinea pedis, pruritus, and psoriasis, among others, based on Google search trends in Türkiye from January 2022 to January 2025.
November 2025 in “Russian Journal of Oncology” This review examines recent research on optimizing the structures of steroidal inhibitors for key steroidogenic enzymes used as cancer treatments, reporting on 209 new compounds with preclinical data that suggest structural modifications hold promise for developing new antineoplastic agents.
34 citations
,
July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study observed increased online searches for "acne," "eczema," and "hair loss" but decreased interest in "botox," "skin cancer," and some other terms during the COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey and Italy.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that among US Spanish speakers with limited English proficiency, online searches for dermatological information most frequently focused on "pigmentation/dark spots" and "hair loss," with "pigmentation/dark spots" being the most common search term from 2010 to 2020.
4 citations
,
November 2023 in “PLoS ONE” This study observed that online searches in Japan for long-COVID symptoms, such as hair loss, cough, and headache, increased alongside peaks in new COVID-19 cases from 2020 to 2022, highlighting growing public interest in long-COVID.
1 citations
,
March 2021 in “Skin” This study found that public interest in "COVID hair loss," "telogen effluvium," and "hair loss" increased in the U.S. since mid-March, particularly in states with early COVID-19 case surges.
This study observed that public interest in JAK-inhibitor treatments for alopecia areata significantly increased around the FDA approval in 2022 and heightened media coverage, suggesting an important role for patient education about these treatments.
This study suggests that accessing information at the point of care has become a crucial clinical skill, viewed as a communication skill by patients, which can enhance trust and involvement through effective communication and transparency during consultations.
18 citations
,
February 2021 in “Dermatologic therapy” This study found that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered public interest in dermatologic conditions and treatments, with decreased interest in skin cancers but increased interest in issues like dry skin and hand eczema.