21 citations,
August 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Low-level light therapy may help hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
2 citations,
January 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Red and infrared light therapy improves hair growth in balding patients.
15 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil and finasteride work best for hair loss; more research needed.
May 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Minoxidil and finasteride are the most effective treatments for hair loss.
Hair loss can be caused by hormones, illness, autoimmune disorders, or vitamin deficiencies, and treatments vary depending on the type.
19 citations,
May 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil improves hair growth in male hair loss.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” PRP with topical minoxidil is the most effective treatment for increasing hair density in androgenetic alopecia.
Low-level laser therapy may help stem cells grow and function better, aiding in healing and tissue repair.
20 citations,
December 2016 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Men prefer less invasive cosmetic procedures and need different treatment approaches than women.
12 citations,
January 2010 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Women with early onset androgenetic alopecia have worse lipid profiles.
3 citations,
September 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats mild-moderate male hair loss, alone or combined with other therapies.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth but has associated risks.
14 citations,
August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe treatment for hair loss, with the main side effect being excessive hair growth. Other side effects like foot swelling, low blood pressure when standing, and heart rate changes are rare.
February 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Dermatologists recommend oral dutasteride for male hair loss, low-dose oral minoxidil for female hair loss, and a multidisciplinary approach for young patients, with caution during pregnancy.
4 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Low-dose oral minoxidil increases hair density and thickness in people with hair loss.
9 citations,
March 2022 in “Antioxidants” Synthetic antioxidants are effective, cheap, and stable, with some like zinc and cholecalciferol reducing child and cancer deaths, but the safety of additives like BHA, BHT, TBHQ, and PEG needs more research.
July 2022 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” The document talks about effective treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, 5 alfa-reductase inhibitors, low light laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma.
Higher bad cholesterol levels are linked to more severe female pattern hair loss.
December 2020 in “Dermatología argentina” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats male pattern baldness.
September 2024 in “Health of Man” Low-dose dutasteride effectively and safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
May 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil often improves hair loss, and early treatment of traction alopecia is effective but harder if delayed.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “Sci” Helmets used in acupuncture and light therapy can affect brain blood flow, hair growth, and may improve brain diseases and cognitive functions.
53 citations,
January 1985 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” Low-dose oral contraceptives reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Using a carbon dioxide laser and platelet-rich plasma together can effectively restore hair and patients are generally satisfied with the results.
March 2023 in “Medical lasers” Low-level laser therapy is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
9 citations,
May 2021 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Home-based skin care devices are generally safe and effective for hair removal, promoting hair growth, treating wrinkles and acne, but results for psoriasis treatment are mixed.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Combining Low Level Light Therapy and minoxidil may help with hair growth, but more research is needed.
4 citations,
December 2021 in “Applied sciences” Micro-needling with low-level light therapy effectively increases hair growth in people with mild to moderate hair loss.
9 citations,
January 2018 in “Medical research archives” Low-intensity light therapy is effective for skin healing, reducing inflammation, and treating various skin conditions.
14 citations,
September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are linked to various types of hair loss, but more research is needed before using it as a treatment.