136 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study observed that autologous platelet-rich plasma treatment improved hair count and density in areas with androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo, with differing outcomes based on the PRP collection device used.
117 citations
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September 2013 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This study found that low level laser therapy at 655 nm significantly increased hair counts in males with androgenetic alopecia.
92 citations
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September 2019 in “ACS nano” This study observed that a wearable electric stimulation device significantly promoted hair regeneration in rats and mice, outperforming conventional pharmacological treatments and enhancing growth factor secretion.
66 citations
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June 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” These guidelines review the management of complications and specific forms of congenital ichthyosis and report no new results; they summarize expert and evidence-based recommendations for clinicians.
30 citations
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December 2018 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” The authors concluded that dermal white adipose tissue, influenced by factors like light irradiation, plays a significant role in modulating hair follicle cycles and could be targeted for hair growth treatments.
30 citations
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September 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This review outlines how dermoscopy enhances diagnostic accuracy by up to 30% compared to unaided visual inspection and explores its potential as a research tool without presenting new research findings.
21 citations
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September 2024 in “Cureus” This review explores the mechanisms, techniques, and clinical applications of microneedling, highlighting its advantages and challenges in skin rejuvenation, and discusses future innovations in the field as it continues to evolve.
21 citations
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January 2019 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This review found that low-level laser therapy significantly increased hair density in adults with androgenic alopecia compared to sham treatments, with greater effects observed at lower treatment frequencies.
21 citations
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May 2016 in “The Cochrane library” This review found that while topical minoxidil is effective for treating female pattern hair loss, finasteride showed no more effectiveness than placebo, and low-level laser therapy increased hair count but with inconsistent results.
21 citations
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July 2014 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review examines the role of hormones in acne pathogenesis, the use of hormonal therapies for treatment, and the importance of contraceptive counseling during isotretinoin therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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January 2010 in “PubMed” This review explores factors affecting graft growth and survival in hair restoration, emphasizing the importance of fundamental care practices while considering advanced storage solutions and additives, but reports no new findings.
15 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This abstract discusses advancements in hair transplantation technology, highlighting the role of robotics and follicular unit extraction/grafting in achieving excellent clinical outcomes, with adjuvant treatments like platelet-rich plasma, lasers, and stem cells potentially improving the durability and appearance of results.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This review addresses treatment approaches for female pattern hair loss, highlighting that combining different therapies may be more effective than single treatments, but no new results are reported.
12 citations
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January 2012 in “Current Dermatology Reports” This review discusses recent trends in non-surgical cosmetic dermatology procedures in the United States and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for evidence-based evaluations of safety and efficacy.
11 citations
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January 2013 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” This review discusses various theories of skin aging and the importance of using professional and at-home skincare solutions, but offers no new empirical findings.
10 citations
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November 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study revealed that photobiomodulation significantly improved hair density in androgenetic alopecia patients, with laser treatments being more effective than combined laser/LED treatments, while device style did not significantly affect outcomes.
7 citations
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March 2017 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review summarizes recent therapeutic advancements in treating various forms of alopecia, including new applications of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, Janus kinase inhibitors, and novel hair transplant techniques, without presenting original research results.
5 citations
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February 2019 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair loss can be reversed or even cured using advanced hair restoration techniques, with rare complications like swelling and bleeding.
4 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this study, the use of wellness apparel emitting red and NIR light was associated with improved disease severity in patients with mild elbow psoriasis, PMLE, and limited AA, though the small sample size and continued use of other treatments were noted as limitations.
2 citations
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November 2014 This chapter reviews common cosmetic dermatology techniques but presents no new findings; it discusses treatments like emollients and laser therapy for conditions like photoaged skin and acne scarring.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review covers androgenetic alopecia's epidemiology, pathogenesis, current management options, and research trends, concluding that no definitive cure exists despite extensive interest and ongoing genetic research efforts.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review highlights that disturbances in neuroimmune communication, particularly between sympathetic nerves and macrophages, may contribute to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes, and suggests potential therapeutic avenues by restoring this communication in preclinical and early clinical studies.
December 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” This study reports that LED phototherapy is gaining popularity as a safe and effective non-invasive method for treating various skin conditions, enhancing skin rejuvenation, wound healing, and inflammation modulation, and is increasingly integrated into clinical protocols for conditions like acne vulgaris and signs of aging.
September 2024 in “Cureus” In this study, researchers optimized a method for preparing platelet-rich plasma to improve light transmittance aggregometry testing in coronary artery disease patients on clopidogrel and ticagrelor, finding distinct differences in platelet aggregation and volumes among these patients compared to healthy controls.
This review highlights recent advances in the use of light exposure for health purposes, examining its role in pathology, therapeutic strategies, and molecular changes, as well as discussing future developments in this globally supported field.
January 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” In this study, researchers developed a microfluidics-based method to generate hair follicle germs on a large scale for potential hair regeneration therapies, demonstrating efficient hair follicle regeneration following transplantation into mice.
November 2019 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article reviews the classifications and characteristics of androgenic alopecia and provides no new clinical results; it emphasizes the importance for aestheticians to understand current treatment evidence.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses novel treatments for androgenetic alopecia, including therapies like platelet-rich plasma and adipose-derived stem cells, and reports no new clinical results.
Robotic-assisted hair transplant is effective and less painful, but needs more evaluation for long-term results.
January 2009 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” This review discusses various methods of light-based hair removal and reports no new clinical results, highlighting advances in laser and intense pulsed light technologies used for targeting hair pigmentation.