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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.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cancer Research” This study found that misinformation about breast cancer symptom management is highly prevalent on Instagram, with over half of the content deemed misleading, especially posts promoting unproven remedies, and commercial intent present in many posts, mainly created by influencers rather than healthcare professionals.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
January 2024 in “Dermatology Review” This study assessed the quality of social media information about thread lifting and found it generally low across platforms, with YouTube rated highest. The researchers emphasized the need for dermatologists and plastic surgeons to provide better-quality content and for platforms to monitor health-related information conscientiously.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports that dermatologists account for only 23% of social media posts about AGA therapy but have the highest average follower count, suggesting they could significantly enhance education on these platforms.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of the Turkish Academy of Dermatology” This study found that 72.6% of patients with alopecia areata used social media to gain information about their condition, underscoring the importance of clinician involvement on such platforms to ensure accurate information dissemination.
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April 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that healthcare professionals, particularly dermatologists, can enhance their impact on social media by actively engaging across platforms and leveraging features like "Duet" or "Remix" to combat misinformation, highlighting their important role in optimizing public education on medical topics in a digital age.
December 2025 in “Dinasti International Journal of Management Science” This study reviewed existing research and concluded that digital marketing strategies, like social media engagement and influencer collaboration, effectively increase consumer interest and brand recognition for Manila Sapodilla Seed Oil Extract Emulsion in the competitive beauty and hair care market.
April 2025 in “Revista JRG de Estudos Acadêmicos” This study examined the use of Instagram® to share scientific information about onychomycosis, a common nail fungal infection, and found it to be an effective tool for engaging a broad audience with educational posts about prevention and treatment over two months.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review examines YouTube and Instagram content about postpartum hair loss, assessing the sources and potential financial biases without reporting new research findings.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This analysis examines how faculty-related Instagram accounts have adapted their posts during the recent application cycle, including showcasing credentials and incorporating new virtual engagement tools, but reports no new research findings.
3 citations
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January 2024 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Social media, especially Instagram and TikTok, strongly influences people's motivation for cosmetic surgery in Japan.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Celebrity endorsements can greatly increase interest in cosmetic procedures.
26 citations
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October 2021 in “Current Dermatology Reports” This review discusses the impact of social media on dermatology, highlighting both the potential benefits for engagement and the risks of spreading misinformation; no clinical results are reported.
December 2025 in “Uludağ Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi” This study found that among medical students and doctors, 93.9% used social media, with 68.5% seeking information on cosmetic procedures, and women were more likely to be influenced by advertisements for non-surgical cosmetic treatments.
This study highlights the increasing association between popular diets, unregulated supplements, and various skin disorders, emphasizing the need for clinicians to thoroughly assess dietary histories to manage nutrition-related skin issues effectively.
4 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that Facebook hair loss treatment content is primarily advertisement-driven and seldom supported by medical evidence, with user engagement being generally low for evidence-based posts.
March 2022 in “Marmara University Open Access System” This article critically examines the relationship between new media and digital games, emphasizing their cultural and historical contexts, but provides no new empirical findings.
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May 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, testosterone use in gender-minority patients was associated with significantly worse androgenetic alopecia severity scores, while feminizing hormone therapy did not significantly change hair loss severity.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “The Journal of Health Design” This rapid review found that health-related videos on TikTok often contain questionable information, with higher content quality observed in videos produced by healthcare providers compared to general users.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This study found that 81% of young Polish adults engage with dermatology-related content on social media, primarily focusing on skincare and skin diseases. Nearly half were motivated to see a dermatologist, with a 56% match between the diagnoses from healthcare professionals and social media users.
January 2025 in “Editora Acadêmica Periodicojs eBooks” This review found that low-dose oral Minoxidil may be a viable alternative to topical Minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia, offering similar efficacy but with better adherence and different side effect profiles; consideration of patient-specific factors is important for treatment choice.
This study found that women with PCOS in a Middle Eastern population reported significantly lower self-esteem and body image satisfaction compared to those without PCOS, with PCOS respondents feeling less attractive, avoiding mirrors and social interactions, and expressing a stronger desire to lose weight.
November 2022 in “Innovation in aging” This study reports that hair cortisol measurement in older Puerto Rican adults found a significant portion had non-detectable cortisol levels, especially among black participants, influencing exclusion rates in such populations.
2 citations
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October 2020 in “Más dermatología” Choose between topical and oral minoxidil for hair growth based on personal tolerance and side effects.
This case report describes an 11-year-old canine diagnosed with Pemphigus Foliaceus, illustrating the role of trichogram, skin scraping, cytology, and histopathology in achieving an accurate diagnosis.
January 2012 in “Anales (Reial Acadèmia de Medicina de la Comunitat Valenciana)” This study found that SRD5A2 expression is absent in one third of benign adult prostates and is associated with hypermethylation, suggesting potential personalization of treatment for prostatic diseases based on methylation status.
53 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study found that Google Trends data on search terms like "eyelid plastic surgery," "facelift," and "rhinoplasty surgery" significantly correlated with actual US surgery volumes, highlighting its potential use for plastic surgeons in marketing and advertising decisions.
18 citations
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September 2023 in “Nutrition Research Reviews” In this scoping review, researchers found that while some dietary approaches may help improve psoriasis symptoms—particularly in those with obesity or coeliac disease—the overall evidence is limited, and larger studies are necessary to identify effective diets for the broader psoriasis population.
8 citations
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March 2019 in “Progress in Human Geography” This paper explores how hair functions as a geographical lens to redefine the body's borders, influencing perceptions of identity and power.