27 citations,
November 2005 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Choosing hair follicles at the same growth stage leads to more consistent hair growth experiments.
35 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Potassium channel openers like minoxidil help hair grow by acting on hair follicles.
1 citations,
December 2005 in “Therapeutische Umschau” The document concludes that protecting skin from the sun, avoiding smoking, and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help manage skin and hair aging.
16 citations,
January 2007 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” The document concludes that there are no reliable treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia, with only temporary benefits from current options.
June 2017 in “Yakakoeji/Yaghag hoeji” Wheat sprout extract boosts hair cell growth by activating specific proteins.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The patient responded well to treatment with no disease progression.
81 citations,
February 1997 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by activating PGHS-1.
115 citations,
November 1999 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil increases hair weight and count temporarily in men with hair loss.
24 citations,
January 2003 in “Drug Delivery” Minoxidil-containing vesicles improve hair growth.
29 citations,
December 2003 in “Teratology” Minoxidil use during pregnancy may cause fetal harm.
19 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Dermal papilla cells are key for hair growth and could help us understand and treat hair loss.
49 citations,
January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective management of children's hair loss involves accurate diagnosis, various treatments, and supportive care.
6 citations,
September 1998 in “Dermatologic surgery” Hair transplant surgeons did not agree on which drugs to use except for local anesthetics, and there was no strong evidence supporting their drug choices.
The 10% hibiscus leaf extract hair tonic promotes better hair growth than 2% minoxidil but can irritate eyes.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The new minoxidil hydrogel is a promising alternative for hair loss treatment, with similar effectiveness and less skin irritation.
July 2023 in “JAAD International” Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
August 2023 in “Scientia Pharmaceutica” Color changes in Minoxidil hair products do not affect their effectiveness.
7 citations,
October 2018 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Topical oxygen therapy may improve treatments for hair loss, acne, and chronic skin diseases with minimal side effects.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Some botanical products may help increase hair growth in people with alopecia, but more research is needed.
November 2022 in “The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences” Isoniazid can rarely cause hair loss, which is reversible after stopping the drug.
3 citations,
September 1989 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Methyl caprate greatly increases drug absorption through the skin and is better than other enhancers.
18 citations,
December 1996 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Chemotherapy and cytokine therapy can cause various skin reactions, including hair loss and hypersensitivity.
5 citations,
November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris evecta) water extract may promote hair growth in rabbits, but more research is needed for human use.
4 citations,
October 2017 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” Licorice extract hair tonics are effective and safe for hair growth, except for mild eye irritation at the lowest concentration.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” Personalized treatment plans combining natural and synthetic approaches are important for managing alopecia effectively.
20 citations,
February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth, especially with more indeterminate hairs.
74 citations,
July 1991 in “The Journal of Urology” Minoxidil works better than nitroglycerin for treating impotence with fewer side effects.
43 citations,
January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Combined minoxidil and tretinoin solution works as well as regular minoxidil for male hair loss.
August 2021 in “Consilium medicum” COVID-19 may worsen hair loss, but treatments like minoxidil can help.
March 2022 in “Reactions Weekly”