September 2026 in “Advanced Materials Technologies” In a mouse model study, researchers developed a methacrylated hyaluronic acid-based hydrogel microneedle patch co-loaded with finasteride and a carbon monoxide-releasing molecule for androgenetic alopecia, which showed better hair regrowth and safety compared to traditional treatments, offering an innovative approach with minimized systemic side effects.
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February 2024 in “JAAD International” ChatGPT is preferred for creating dermatology patient handouts, but all models can be useful with oversight.
March 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that pretreating concentrated growth factor with a 640 nm laser increased CD34+ stem cell activation and improved hair growth outcomes in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to non-pretreated CGF.
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September 2014 in “PubMed” This review discusses low-level laser or light devices as an alternative treatment for androgenetic alopecia and highlights the need for further research to compare their efficacy with existing therapies.
May 2022 in “Journal of Immunology” In this study, a TGF-β mimic molecule from Heligmosomoides polygyrus was observed to enhance wound healing in mice, with improved tissue regeneration and specific immune cell recruitment without increased scarring.
October 2021 in “Book Publisher International (a part of SCIENCEDOMAIN International)” This study explored a new treatment for Alopecia Areata, combining high negative pressure microdermabrasion with intralesional steroid injections, and compared its effects to steroid injections alone, although the abstract does not report specific outcomes.
December 2024 in “Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” In this study, researchers found that minoxidil nanocrystals delivered using MG-MXD@NP, containing methylcellulose and gum arabic, significantly improved hair growth in mice compared to a standard minoxidil lotion, with enhanced delivery to skin tissues and increased markers of hair follicle stem cell activity.
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June 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this randomized, double-blind trial, researchers observed that low-level laser therapy led to significantly greater hair regrowth on treated areas compared to a sham treatment in patients with androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks, suggesting it as a potentially effective and safe option.
August 2025 in “Macromolecular Bioscience” This study found that microneedles co-delivering minoxidil and a nitric oxide donor effectively promoted hair growth and follicle transition to the growth phase in an alopecia mouse model, suggesting a promising new approach for androgenetic alopecia treatment.
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July 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This case report examines a patient with myasthenia gravis, invasive thymoma, and paraneoplastic pemphigus associated with alopecia areata, notably without the usual mucosal involvement.
May 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study investigated the effects of heat-treated Limosilactobacillus fermentum LM1020 on hair growth and reported increased hair density, improved cellular activity, and beneficial scalp microbiota changes in patients with androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks.
June 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Laser treatment shows promise for hair growth, but needs further research.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review discusses the scalp microinfusion MMP® technique for hair loss treatment and reports no new results; it emphasizes the need for more standardized studies.
September 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Sublingual minoxidil significantly improves hair growth in transgender individuals on testosterone therapy.
February 2024 in “Journal of Molecular Structure” In this study, researchers developed a supramolecular hydrogel combining minoxidil and salicylic acid, finding that it accelerates hair growth and enhances hair follicle regeneration in vivo, suggesting its potential as an effective treatment for alopecia.
October 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study evaluated the effects of autologous micrografts for androgenetic alopecia, reporting moderate improvements in hair loss reduction and hair density among most patients after treatment, with satisfactory results noted in patient satisfaction and treatment tolerability.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that overexpression of Gasdermin A3 in mice disrupts the hair follicle stem cell niche and causes hair loss through cell necrosis and abnormal hair cycle progression, without involving immune-mediated mechanisms.
May 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” This case report describes a 29-year-old man with a year-long non-itchy skin eruption and hair loss, with distinct papules and plaques across his scalp, beard, body, and suprapubic regions, but no systemic symptoms or family history of autoimmune disease.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, an innovative microneedle platform loaded with IGF-1 and modified collagen was reported to significantly promote hair regeneration, enhance neovascularization, and reduce inflammation in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, outperforming the commonly used minoxidil treatment.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This case report observed that multiple sclerosis treatments were associated with worsening alopecia in a woman, highlighting the importance of informing patients about this potential side effect.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, several photobiomodulation devices showed statistically significant improvement in hair growth for patients with androgenetic alopecia, with varying efficacy between devices and genders.
July 2026 in “Health Science Reports” This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of microneedling combined with mesotherapy for androgenic alopecia and found that combination protocols, particularly those including both finasteride and latanoprost, showed the highest efficacy, especially among women and younger participants.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study highlights the potential of polymeric micelles in enhancing the targeted delivery and efficacy of treatments for androgenetic alopecia, by offering improved retention on the scalp, extended release, and reduced systemic side effects compared to conventional therapies like minoxidil and finasteride.
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November 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” This study highlights that although mogamulizumab is highly effective for treating mycosis fungoides and Sézary syndrome, it frequently causes a variety of rashes as side effects.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In a clinical phase I/IIa study, subcutaneous injections of the peptide FOL-005 increased hair growth by 8% and were safe for treating alopecia.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” N,N-Dimethylglycine sodium salt may improve skin health and treat hair loss.
January 2021 in “대한피부과학회지” In this randomized controlled trial, the topical application of a PGA solution significantly increased hair density in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo, with no adverse reactions reported over 24 weeks, suggesting its potential as a safe and effective treatment option.
November 2021 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This study found that injectable platelet-rich fibrin (iPRF) combined with microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, but it currently lacks comparison data against other popular therapies.
September 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that both red and green LED therapies combined with a microneedling patch significantly improved hair density and diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients over 24 weeks, with no serious side effects and similar efficacy between the two light wavelengths.
August 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, activated PRP injections appeared to promote hair growth in AGA-affected scalp skin transplanted onto mice, compared to non-activated PRP.