February 2022 in “Journal of Biomedical Nanotechnology” Shikonin, a small molecule, speeds up burn wound healing and hair growth by activating the PI3K/Akt pathway.
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January 2001 in “Drugs” Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss; more research needed for other options.
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January 2020 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” The review concluded that keeping the hair-growing ability of human dermal papilla cells is key for hair development and growth.
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September 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Using a special laser can improve how well hair loss treatments get into the skin and hair follicles.
21 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Costunolide helps human hair cells grow and can stimulate hair growth in mice.
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October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
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January 2014 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Cyperus rotundus oil effectively reduces unwanted hair without side effects.
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January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” Eclipta alba extract was found to be effective in promoting hair growth in hairless mice.
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August 2021 in “Heliyon” Phyllotex™ extract was found to significantly promote hair growth and protect against hair loss.
5 citations,
April 2002 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Hair loss can be an early sign of HIV infection.
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January 2017 in “International journal of trichology” Castor oil can cause severe hair matting.
2 citations,
September 2019 in “South Asian research journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Heavy metals in personal care products can cause serious health issues like cancer and hair loss.
2 citations,
December 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Dermatologists need to understand diverse cultural hair practices to offer better care.
1 citations,
March 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” The cream made from cocoa pod peel can promote hair growth but may cause skin irritation.
1 citations,
May 2019 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” Both hair tonic and gel with Angiopteris evecta extract effectively stimulate hair growth.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” Better education on proper hair cleansing methods is needed.
November 2024 in “Plants” Et-BB3-CMU rice bran extract may be a promising natural option for promoting hair growth and preventing hair loss.
Curly hair may be caused by a muscle contraction, and muscle relaxants might help treat it.
March 2024 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” Hominis Placenta Pharmacopunture helped regrow hair in a patient with stress-induced hair loss.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” Semecarpus anacardium Linn. is a plant with many health benefits, including reducing inflammation, fighting cancer, and stimulating hair growth.
July 2023 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” The hair tonic with Capsicum frutescens extract helps hair grow in male rabbits.
A woman regrew her hair after receiving injections of special cell-derived vesicles.
April 2021 in “Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research” Citron seed oil may help prevent or treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and increasing hair density.
September 2020 in “Pharmauho/Pharmauho : Jurnal Farmasi, Sains dan Kesehatan” The hair tonics with galangal and Aloe vera extracts were stable and met standards.
November 2019 in “Journal of Health and Allied Sciences” Maharanga bicolor and Hibiscus rosa sinensis extracts promote hair growth.
December 2018 in “Journal of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Sciences” Some plants like Eclipta alba, Nardostachys jatamansi, and Rumex japonicus may help hair growth.
November 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” Advancements in tissue engineering show promise for hair follicle regeneration to treat hair loss.
March 2021 in “Dermatological reviews” Hair transplant works well, but needs more research for better results.
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Mushrooms have beneficial properties for skin and hair care products and have great potential for future cosmetic use.
64 citations,
October 1998 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Grape seed proanthocyanidins can promote hair growth.