25 citations,
August 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Malva verticillata seed extract might help treat hair loss by activating hair growth signals in skin cells.
24 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine” Hyaluronic acid-based HA2 hydrogel helps heal skin wounds better with less scarring.
24 citations,
August 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology” The flap assay grows the most natural hair but takes the longest, the chamber assay is hard work but gives dense, normal hair, and the patch assay is quick but creates poorly oriented hair with some issues.
22 citations,
November 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A mix of 5-aminolevulinic acid and iron ion can speed up hair growth.
19 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
17 citations,
April 2021 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Linoleic acid from Malva verticillata seeds may help treat hair loss by promoting hair cell growth and blocking baldness signals.
16 citations,
May 2019 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.
15 citations,
January 1987 in “Electrophoresis” Human head hair proteins can be typed into eight distinct patterns, useful for genetic and forensic investigations.
14 citations,
April 2021 in “Biology” Thai rice bran extracts, especially from Tubtim Chumphae rice, can significantly reduce the activity of hair loss genes, with x-tocopherol showing potential as an anti-hair loss product.
13 citations,
January 2022 in “Stem cell reviews and reports” Mouse stem cells from hair follicles can improve wound healing and reduce scarring.
12 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats female hair loss with good safety.
12 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Repeated botulinum toxin injections for forehead wrinkles may cause hairline recession in some women.
11 citations,
June 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.
8 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lower irisin levels in the blood may indicate more severe acne.
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October 2019 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Chinese medicine may help hair growth and reduce hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
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March 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
5 citations,
January 2005 in “Cytotherapy” The meeting highlighted important advances in stem cell research and its potential for creating new medical treatments.
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December 2016 in “Journal of epidemiological research” Estrogen and androgenic hair increase melanoma risk, especially in European-ancestry individuals.
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November 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A patient with a severe type of hair loss experienced partial hair regrowth after treatment with a specific light therapy and a medication called interferon α2a.
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1 citations,
January 2024 in “Nature communications” Activating TLR5 in the gut can extend lifespan and improve health in aged mice.
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1 citations,
May 2001 in “Pharmacology & Toxicology” Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
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June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Dietary supplements might help prevent post-COVID hair loss, but serum ferritin is not a reliable indicator.
January 2024 in “Biomedical journal of scientific & technical research” Vitamins A, B7, C, D, and E are essential for healthy hair growth and preventing damage.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
June 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Activating β-catenin increases melanocytes and decreases Schwann cells.
January 2019 in “Springer Reference Medizin” Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.
August 2017 in “Journal of epidemiological research” Cancer rates are increasing in developed countries, with estrogen, aging, low vitamin D3, and HPV infection as common causes.