11 citations,
October 2020 in “Sensors” Photoacoustic imaging can accurately assess hair follicle density and orientation for hair transplant planning.
11 citations,
June 1999 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The best hair transplant method depends on the desired look; faster techniques may not give better results or save money.
10 citations,
April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists created a model using sheep cells to study hair root formation, which can test how different substances affect hair growth.
10 citations,
November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Certain diseases like AIDS and lupus can make African hair become silky.
9 citations,
April 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology” SGK3 is essential for proper hair growth and health.
8 citations,
December 2020 in “Scientific reports” Selective breeding caused the unique curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
8 citations,
November 2019 in “International Journal of Morphology” Henna dye improves hair cuticle and thickness but effects vary by hair type and health.
8 citations,
January 2003 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting can significantly improve appearance for men with advanced hair loss.
8 citations,
January 2003 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting and a strategic design can give great results even for men with severe hair loss.
8 citations,
January 1998 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hair transplantation is effective for baldness, with new methods improving results, but staying updated is crucial for patient outcomes.
7 citations,
January 2010 in “Animal” Angora goat hair grows faster and produces more protein than cashmere goat hair, and certain hormones and nutrients positively affect hair growth and protein synthesis.
7 citations,
November 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Hair breaks differently when wet or dry and is affected by its condition and treatments like perms and bleaching.
6 citations,
May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” By 2004, Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) was the most effective method for surgical hair restoration, while the newer Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) had more disadvantages and was less recommended.
5 citations,
June 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair restoration for East Asians should consider their unique characteristics like head shape, hair thickness, and hair density, and use modified procedures and treatments to minimize scarring and maintain hair density.
5 citations,
September 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Lower hairlines using the rule of thirds can be used in hair transplants due to improved techniques.
4 citations,
December 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair enzyme activity predicts minoxidil success in Brazilian women with hair loss.
4 citations,
April 2019 in “Cosmetics” Hair stiffness is higher when it has more para-like cortical cells.
4 citations,
October 2009 in “Skin research and technology” Colorimetry can accurately measure hair growth rates in mice.
4 citations,
July 2001 in “Personality and Individual Differences” Men with moderate hair loss had the best spatial thinking, and long-term DHT might affect cognition.
3 citations,
October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Dr. Muhammad Ahmad created a hair classification system to help improve hair restoration surgery outcomes.
3 citations,
July 2015 in “European Journal of Dermatology” AGEs may cause hair loss by increasing inflammation in hair follicles.
3 citations,
October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
3 citations,
June 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
3 citations,
June 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” New instruments were introduced to make hair transplantation surgery more precise and improve graft survival.
3 citations,
February 1997 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that successful hair restoration surgery should consider facial proportions and balance, and requires surgical skill, artistic judgment, and realistic goals for a natural look.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains the genetic causes and characteristics of inherited hair disorders.
2 citations,
December 2021 in “Scientific reports” Scalp hair sweating is a significant predictor of hair cortisol levels.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Genetics, stress, and health issues can cause early hair greying, which affects self-esteem, and there's no cure, only hair dye.
2 citations,
May 2002 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Ethnic differences in hair and skin are significant and under-researched, requiring tailored dermatologic treatments and more study.