research Drug Discovery for Alopecia: Gone Today, Hair Tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
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research Topical Application of a Protein Kinase C Inhibitor Reduces Skin and Hair Pigmentation
Applying a specific inhibitor lightens skin and hair color.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Current Perspectives
Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
research Ultraviolet B Preconditioning Enhances the Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Via Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species
Low-dose UVB light improves hair growth effects of certain stem cells by increasing reactive oxygen species.
research Intracavity Wavelength Modulation of an Optical Parametric Oscillator for Coherent Raman Microscopy
Researchers created a new light source that improves chemical imaging by removing background noise.
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 Novel Anti-Melanogenesis Properties of Polydeoxyribonucleotide, a Popular Wound Healing Booster
Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) may help lighten skin and treat hyperpigmentation.
research Clinical Photography for Trichology Practice: Tips and Tricks
Use good lighting, consistent positioning, and proper camera settings for effective hair disorder photos.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Emerging Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
New treatments for progressive hair loss in aging men are being developed, including targeted medical therapies, light therapy, plasma injections, and robotic hair transplantation.
research An Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
research Blue Laser Irradiation Decreases ATP Levels in Mouse Skin and Increases Production of Superoxide Anion and Hypochlorous Acid in Mouse Fibroblasts
Blue laser light reduces energy in mouse skin cells and creates harmful oxygen compounds, possibly harming the cells.
research Medical Therapy for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Rogaine can stop hair loss in women, and other treatments like certain pills, light therapy, and special shampoos may also work.
research A Review on Androgenic Alopecia: Etiology, Pathogenesis, Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Treatment Approaches
Androgenic alopecia causes hair thinning, and treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and light therapy.
research Lasers in the Management of Alopecia: A Review of Established Therapies and Advances in Treatment
Lasers and light therapies are effective in promoting hair regrowth for different types of hair loss.
research Commercial and Open-Source Systems
Commercial and open-source light sheet microscopy systems have advanced through engineer-scientist collaborations, improving imaging quality.
research Update on Laser Therapy for Vascular Lesions
Laser therapy is effective for treating vascular lesions with the right light settings and trained professionals.
research The Application of Optical Technology in the Diagnosis and Therapy of Oxidative Stress-Mediated Hepatic Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury
Optical imaging and light therapy show promise for diagnosing and treating liver injury caused by surgery.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research Lasers for Other Specific Dermatologic Disorders
Lasers and light therapy are effective for treating skin conditions like hair loss, vitiligo, psoriasis, and molluscum contagiosum.
research Hair Loss and Hirsutism Management
Low-level light therapy, possibly combined with other treatments, may become a leading hair loss treatment, while hirsutism often worsens with age and lacks preventive options.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research 2015
The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
research Nanoparticles Photosensitization in Sebaceous Gland
Nanoparticles can increase light sensitivity in oil-producing skin glands.
research Psoriasis, Acne, and Disorders of Keratinization
Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
research LLLT and Minoxidil Combination Treatment in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature
Combining Low Level Light Therapy and minoxidil may help with hair growth, but more research is needed.
research The Use of Microneedling Associated with Photobiomodulation in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Case Series
Combining microneedling with light therapy increased hair density by 26% in men.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Case Study and Treatment Options
Hair loss treated with minoxidil, finasteride, laser/light, hair transplant, and scalp prostheses; more research needed for skin of color.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss, common in women, can be treated with various methods like minoxidil, anti-androgen treatments, and light therapy, but early intervention and realistic expectations are crucial.
research Symposium 6-4: Recent Progress in the Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss: Lasers and Devices
Laser and light treatments show promise for hair growth but need more research.
research Utilizing Electromagnetic Radiation for Hair Growth
Low-Level Laser Therapy and other light treatments for hair growth lack strong evidence and need more research.