November 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The drinkable supplement increased hair growth and was safe for women with hair loss.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Clinical Research” This study reported the development of a scalp serum containing Beta-Sitosterol and nutrient-rich oils, showing stable physicochemical properties, suggesting potential for promoting hair growth and scalp health, though further clinical testing in humans is needed to confirm effectiveness.
This study evaluated various herbal blends of powdered leaves, including Henna and Indigo, for their coloring and sensitivity reactions, finding Henna and Indigo to be effective natural colorants for achieving a reddish-brown hair color with better retention than marketed herbal hair dyes.
December 2022 in “Proceeding Bengkulu International Conference on Health” This study concluded that a 5% concentration of celery extract in hair gel provided the best preparation characteristics, including standard parameters for organoleptic properties and spreadability.
February 2021 in “PDEAS International Journal of Research in Ayurved and Allied Sciences” This review highlights the lack of formal clinical research on Ayurvedic approaches to hair and scalp disorders despite Ayurveda's long history and global interest in botanical dermatology.
September 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Medicine” This article discusses the role of the microbiome in different forms of alopecia and highlights the importance of Omics approaches for future research, but it provides no new clinical results.
This book overview summarizes advances in integrative dermatology without presenting any new research findings.
January 2019 in “LASER THERAPY” Laser technologies improve medical treatments and outcomes.
This review discusses advancements in regenerative medicine for hair loss treatments, highlighting stem cell techniques for rejuvenating or creating hair follicles, but provides no new clinical results.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” This chapter reviews differences in dermatological treatments and conditions between male and female patients, particularly noting the impacts of sex steroids on various skin processes, but presents no new clinical findings.
January 2015 in “Independent Nurse” Different scalp conditions can lead to hair loss or tumors, with treatments varying from creams to surgery; early detection is crucial.
This presentation reviews the role and implementation of journal clubs in physical medicine and rehabilitation but reports no new research findings.
This article reports no new findings as it lacks an abstract.
This review describes the link between obesity and gastrointestinal conditions, highlighting the need for more research to understand their pathophysiology and develop new treatments; it presents no new findings.
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May 2017 in “Dermatologica Sinica” In this study, researchers characterized telogen effluvium observed in 14 patients following a dengue outbreak in Tainan, noting a mean onset time of 2.1 months post-infection.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Classifying hair diseases, like alopecia, is difficult and needs more research to understand their causes.
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December 2025 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This source emphasizes that menopause affects the onset and course of certain skin conditions, urging dermatologists to consider menopausal status and hormone therapy when treating skin diseases, while also calling for more diverse, dermatology-focused research to improve personalized care.
April 2026 in “Al-Kufa University Journal for Biology” In this animal study, finasteride was found to significantly lower cortisol and increase testosterone levels in female rats, indicating its broader impact on endocrine regulation by altering adrenal and gonadal hormones.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This consensus highlights that addressing nutritional and endocrine deficiencies through lifestyle modifications, nutritional support, and medical interventions is crucial for managing hair loss associated with endocrine and gynecological disorders, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach involving dermatologists, nutritionists, endocrinologists, and gynecologists.
This study synthesizes current evidence showing that menopause involves a predictable endocrine transition, while male ageing features a more variable testosterone decline, necessitating a nuanced clinical approach to diagnosis and treatment.
This study found a high prevalence of stress-related hair loss in Al Majma'ah, Saudi Arabia, particularly among females and individuals aged 31-40, with significant associations between hair loss and stress, psychosocial challenges, and sociodemographic factors.
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September 1997 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with hair loss have more androgen receptors and enzymes in certain follicles, with men and women showing different patterns.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common type of hair loss, focusing on differentiation from other conditions and potential causes, but presents no new research findings.
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September 2014 in “Steroids” This review suggests that brassinosteroids may have similar biological activities in both plants and other organisms, prompting further exploration of steroid regulation mechanisms across different life forms.
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November 2011 in “American Journal of Human Biology” In this study, stress experienced by transmen during early stages of gender transition was associated with reduced nocturnal blood pressure decline and increased C-reactive protein levels.
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August 2018 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study found that root hair growth is influenced by a complex interplay of auxin, inorganic phosphate, and transcription factors RSL2/RSL4, with reactive oxygen species playing a key role in this regulation.
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May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” This study observed that hair follicles in hair loss patients had increased levels of Propionibacterium acnes, potentially linked to elevated immune response gene expression in miniaturized hair follicles.
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March 2017 in “Journal of inclusion phenomena and macrocyclic chemistry” This study found that using 2-hydroxypropyl-ß-cyclodextrin (HP-ß-CD) to encapsulate minoxidil can create a stable aqueous solution, potentially replacing the need for organic solvents in topical treatments for androgenic alopecia.
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June 2024 in “Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention” The researchers reported that the ethyl ester group in YH239-EE may enhance its ability to induce cell death, making the (+) enantiomer a potentially promising therapy for breast cancer reflected in MCF7 cell studies.
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January 2017 in “Molecules” This study reported that compounds isolated from Alpinia zerumbet significantly promoted hair cell growth and exhibited anticancer activity in cell cultures, suggesting potential as treatments for alopecia and cancer.