7 citations
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May 2021 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Nutraceuticals like Ashwagandha and Astaxanthin may help with hair loss, but supplement regulation is challenging.
January 2025 in “Open Science Framework” The project aims to validate a nutritional intervention targeting the Redox–NO–Androgen Axis to restore mitochondrial, endothelial, and hormonal balance in male health disorders related to oxidative stress.
September 2015 in “American journal of biomedicine”
2 citations
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses commonly used dietary supplements for hair growth and highlights the lack of evidence supporting their efficacy and safety in the absence of nutritional deficiency; it reports no new research results.
25 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a marine complex supplement significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair growth in men with thinning hair over 180 days.
1 citations
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August 2021 This study examined Instagram posts advertising dermatological supplements and found many lacked detailed ingredient information and made unverified health claims, potentially influencing consumer trust and highlighting the need for dermatologist engagement on social media.
18 citations
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January 2003 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” In this study, low-dose finasteride (2.5 mg/day) significantly reduced hirsutism scores in women over 12 months without significant hormonal changes or serious side effects.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This source describes how androgenic alopecia, or pattern hair loss, affects about 70% of men and is linked to factors like stress, hormonal imbalances, and lifestyle issues, which can also impact psychological well-being and potentially contribute to severe health conditions such as heart disease.
2 citations
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September 2004 in “Fertility and sterility” This review discusses the cosmetic and health implications of hirsutism and highlights its potential link to serious underlying disorders, but it presents no new clinical findings.
8 citations
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January 1991 in “Soviet physics. Doklady” This article suggests that testosterone therapy might be considered if other treatments fail, but emphasizes discussing potential risks and benefits with patients before prescribing.
January 2019 in “Analytical Science and Technology” This study developed a rapid method using advanced chromatography and mass spectrometry to detect hair-growth enhancing compounds, discovering synthetic drugs in about 21% of tested supplements.
This meta-analysis found that combination oral contraceptive pills effectively treat hirsutism but recommends adding an antiandrogen if response is inadequate after six months.
June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” The researchers reported that an oral supplement containing hydrolysed fish-origin collagen, taurine, cysteine, methionine, iron, and selenium significantly improved the effectiveness of anti-hair loss treatments in people with androgenic alopecia or chronic telogen effluvium after 12 weeks, compared to drug treatments alone.
6 citations
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November 2010 in “International Journal of Andrology” In a clinical trial, this study found that a modified slow-release oral testosterone formulation improved pharmacokinetics, delaying serum testosterone peaks and reducing serum DHT compared to immediate-release formulations, especially when combined with finasteride.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that the Keyora Lycopene 23 in 1 formulation may improve various aspects of male endocrine and reproductive health by targeting oxidative stress, nitric oxide deficiency, and hormonal imbalance.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Internal Medicine” Men using steroids or finasteride to look more attractive may harm their fertility and sexual function, creating a paradox where they seem fit but may be less able to reproduce.
24 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatology online journal” This review examines hormonal therapies, including finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, and oral contraceptives, for treating hidradenitis suppurativa, summarizing various clinical study outcomes but reporting no new clinical results.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study introduces the MHS Hair Restoration Protocol, a systems-biology model targeting hair follicle health through the gut-microbiome-endocannabinoidome axis and innovative topical treatments, emphasizing a holistic approach to pattern hair loss.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reports that although saw palmetto extract is marketed as a natural alternative for hair loss and prostate health, its unregulated status may pose safety and efficacy risks to consumers.
5 citations
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August 2023 in “The World Journal of Men s Health” This study found that red ginseng oil (RXGIN) significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms and some aspects of sexual function in men, with no serious adverse events reported.
July 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this study, women experiencing hair thinning who consumed tailored botanical-based nutraceuticals saw significant increases in linear hair growth rate and other hair health parameters over 90 and 180 days, supporting their effectiveness across different life stages.
September 2023 in “Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings” This study reviewed the effectiveness of natural treatments like pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil for androgenetic alopecia and found them potentially effective with minimal side effects compared to standard treatments like minoxidil. However, more research is needed to confirm their efficacy.
In this study, the application of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum, containing micronutrients and multivitamins, significantly improved hair density and reduced hair fall in 1,000 patients with androgenetic alopecia over six months, with no major adverse events reported and 95% patient satisfaction.
January 2025 in “Journal of Men s Health” This article reports that the rise in erectile dysfunction among young men may be linked to mental health issues and societal pressures, with online communities often encouraging risky substance use like anabolic steroids and finasteride, which can exacerbate psychological and physical health problems.
August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a novel dietary supplement, AGA-P, when combined with minoxidil and finasteride, significantly improved the clinical efficacy of these drugs for treating mild-to-severe androgenic alopecia compared to drug treatment alone over six months.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This trial found that intradermal injections of the Hair Stimulating Complex were well-tolerated and effectively stimulated hair growth and prevented hair loss in male pattern baldness participants over 18 weeks.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research introduces the MHS Hair Restoration Protocol, which is a comprehensive approach aimed at restoring the hair follicle environment by modulating the gut-microbiome-endocannabinoidome axis and incorporating specific dietary and topical strategies, rather than focusing only on short-term hair count improvements.
September 1978 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” This review discusses the antimicrobial and protective effects of hesperidin and hesperetin against various toxicities, with potential mechanisms explored, but it reports no new research findings.
77 citations
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May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Emerging Drugs” New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.