Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are often treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications, which can reduce symptoms and yeast growth on the scalp.
4 citations,
May 2020 in “Annals of palliative medicine” Plum blossom needle acupuncture with qi-invigorating therapy is more effective for Seborrheic Alopecia than Western medicine.
June 2023 in “Food frontiers” Ginsenoside CK, found in Panax ginseng, can prevent hair loss by controlling certain growth pathways and promoting hair follicle development.
July 2021 in “Veterinary record/The veterinary record” A calf in Scotland likely had Schmallenberg virus from its mother.
44 citations,
November 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” A new method improves silicone oil coating on hair, enhancing moisture and lubrication.
40 citations,
December 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Two new signs, 'signet ring vessels' and 'hidden hairs,' help tell apart scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis.
11 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of research in pharmacy practice” The combination of zinc sulfate and calcium pantothenate effectively controls early-stage hair loss.
10 citations,
April 2015 in “PubMed” Rosemary oil and minoxidil 2% both effectively increase hair count in people with androgenetic alopecia, but rosemary oil causes less scalp itching.
8 citations,
February 2022 in “Molecules” Asparagus racemosus root extract reduced sebum and pore size in men but not in women.
8 citations,
August 2012 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Doublebase gel hydrates skin better and is preferred by most users over Aqueous cream.
6 citations,
January 2015 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Too much levothyroxine can cause hair loss in infants.
3 citations,
September 2022 in “Molecules” Camellia seed cake extract may help hair growth by blocking the hair loss effects of a hormone called DHT.
3 citations,
September 2021 in “BioEssays” Dandruff might be caused by changes in how hair follicles naturally release oils and an immune response to this imbalance.
3 citations,
April 2020 in “Medicine” Acupuncture may be a safe and cost-effective treatment for Seborrheic alopecia.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Mycopathologia” A woman's hair loss and scalp swelling, caused by a fungal infection, was wrongly treated but eventually cured with Terbinafine, emphasizing its effectiveness.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Journal of Central South University. Medical sciences” Regular aerobic exercise for over 60 minutes can delay and improve androgenic alopecia symptoms.
June 2024 in “Infection and Drug Resistance” An adult woman with scalp infection recovered after antifungal treatment, with no return of symptoms.
April 2024 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” Skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis can make it harder to correctly diagnose hair loss because they can cause the oil glands in the skin to shrink.
February 2024 in “ACS Omega” The Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
Natural compounds from Chinese herbs may safely promote hair growth and treat common hair loss.
January 2021 in “Indian dermatology online journal” The document lists various skin conditions and structures named "corona" that are not related to the coronavirus.
January 2018 in “International journal for pharmaceutical research scholars” Meniran extract hair tonic may stimulate hair growth in rats, with the version containing 1% menthol being more effective.
September 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Galenic lotions can effectively treat different patterns of hair thinning in men and women.
January 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” AA–TF#15 significantly promotes hair regrowth and could be an effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.
200 citations,
August 2009 in “Experimental dermatology” Eating high-glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
80 citations,
April 2006 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Minoxidil and Finasteride are effective for male baldness; more research is needed for hair aging treatments.
67 citations,
November 2019 in “Molecules” Tea, especially green tea, shows promise in cosmetics for skin and hair benefits but more research is needed for effective use.
53 citations,
July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
51 citations,
January 2014 in “International journal of trichology” Shampoo pH can affect hair health, with alkaline shampoos potentially causing damage and acidic shampoos reducing frizz.
50 citations,
January 2007 in “PubMed” Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.