research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil may help treat hair loss but is not FDA-approved and can cause side effects like unwanted hair growth and heart issues.
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research A Novel Hand-Held Low-Level Light Therapy Device for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: A Single-Arm Prospective Clinical Study
A new hand-held light therapy device was found to be safe and effective for treating mild-to-moderate acne.
research Advanced Skin Antisepsis: Application of UVA-Cleavable Hydroxyethyl Starch Nanocapsules for Improved Eradication of Hair Follicle-Associated Microorganisms
New UVA-responsive nanocapsules effectively kill microorganisms in hair follicles when activated by light.
research Pharmacological Inhibition of DGAT1 Induces Sebaceous Gland Atrophy in Mouse and Dog Skin While Overt Alopecia Is Restricted to the Mouse
Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
research Contact Cooling of the Skin
Skin can be cooled quickly and safely during laser treatments to protect it without affecting deeper layers.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective treatment for common hair loss, but more research is needed to find the best power and wavelength for treatment.
research Comparison of the Effects of 665 nm Low-Level Diode Laser Hat Versus a Combination of 665 nm and 808 nm Low-Level Diode Laser Scanner on Hair Growth in Androgenic Alopecia
The laser scanner device was more effective at increasing hair density than the laser hat in treating androgenic alopecia.
research Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Lichen Planopilaris
Low-level laser therapy may reduce symptoms and increase hair thickness in lichen planopilaris patients.
research Using Risk Analysis to Guide Changes to Compounding Formulas
Risk analysis is important for safely adjusting pharmaceutical formulas while maintaining their quality and effectiveness.
research Stimulation of Hair Regrowth Using Low-Level Laser Treatment in a Rat Model of Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy combined with Neoptide improved hair regrowth better than either treatment alone in rats.
research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research Clinical and Biological Impact of the Exposome on the Skin
Environmental factors, hormones, nutrition, and stress all significantly affect skin health and aging.
research Microneedle Arrays Combined With Nanomedicine Approaches for Transdermal Delivery of Therapeutics
Microneedle arrays with nanotechnology show promise for painless drug delivery through the skin but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
research Development of Squamous Cell Carcinoma from Erythroplasia of Queyrat Following Photodynamic Therapy
Photodynamic therapy may not work for erythroplasia of Queyrat and could lead to invasive squamous cell carcinoma.
research Effect of P144 (Anti-TGF-β) in an In Vivo Human Hypertrophic Scar Model in Nude Mice
P144® improves hypertrophic scars by reducing size and thickness and increasing elasticity.
research Heterogeneity of Polymorphous Light Eruption: A Study of 105 Patients
The study found that polymorphous light eruption varies among patients and can be distinguished from benign summer light eruption by the time it takes for symptoms to appear after sun exposure.
research Medical and Procedural Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia – Where Are We?
New treatments for hair loss include low-dose pills, updated drugs, supplements, light therapy, plasma injections, and advanced hair transplant techniques.
research 308-Nanometer Excimer Light Therapy for Alopecia Universalis Resistant to Other Treatments: A Clinical Study of 11 Patients
308-nm excimer light therapy helped over a third of treatment-resistant alopecia universalis patients regrow most of their hair.
research A Study on the Efficacy of 308 nm Excimer Light Therapy in Alopecia Areata
308 nm excimer light therapy may help hair regrowth in alopecia areata with delayed results and no serious side effects.
research The Inflammatory Component of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, a genetic disorder affecting up to 50% of adults, is caused by an excessive response to androgens leading to hair follicle shrinkage. Treatments include FDA-approved drugs, other therapies like low-dose oral minoxidil, and hair transplantation.
research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update
Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.
research Hair Are the Rankings—5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved treatments for male hair loss, but off-label use of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and higher doses of finasteride and minoxidil is increasing.
research Ultraviolet B Irradiation Increases the Expression of Inflammatory Cytokines in Cultured Sebocytes
UV-B light increases inflammation-related substances in acne-related skin cells.
research Down-Regulation of Genes Related to Photoaging and Inflammation in UVB-Irradiated Mice Premature Skin Photoaging by Linoleic Acid-Rich Tempeh Oil
Tempeh oil rich in linoleic acid may protect against skin aging caused by UV light.
research Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions
Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Gender Minority Patients
AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
research The State-of-the-Art in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of New Therapies and Treatment Algorithms
New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
research Development of a New GC-MS/MS Method for the Determination of Metformin in Human Hair
A new method was created to measure metformin in hair, showing potential for monitoring treatment and medical investigations.
research Postmenopausal Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
research Cosmetic Approach for Men: Dermatological Needs and Treatments
Men are increasingly seeking quick-result cosmetic treatments for their thicker, oilier skin and hair loss issues.