70 citations,
February 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Treatment with plasma rich in growth factors improved hair density and thickness for hair loss patients.
51 citations,
November 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” COVID-19 infection may cause significant hair loss, but full hair recovery is likely without special treatment.
50 citations,
November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Botox increased hair count in men with baldness and might work by improving scalp blood flow.
47 citations,
April 2012 in “The Plant Journal” Phosphorylation of certain parts of the PIN3 protein is crucial for its role in plant root growth and response to gravity.
41 citations,
January 2020 in “BioMed Research International” Micrografts improve hair density and thickness without side effects.
23 citations,
January 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” DHT stops hair regrowth in mice, similar to human hair loss.
20 citations,
June 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Using stem cells from fat tissue can significantly improve wound healing in dogs.
16 citations,
June 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
14 citations,
May 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Fat tissue extract may help treat vitiligo by reducing cell stress and promoting skin repair.
14 citations,
March 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Human placental extract and minoxidil together significantly promote hair growth.
14 citations,
October 2016 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Finasteride affects brain processes related to neurotransmission and metabolism, potentially helping with neuropsychiatric conditions.
13 citations,
September 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Microneedling may help hair loss, but needs more research.
13 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Adipose tissue shows promise for hair regrowth, but more research is needed to confirm best practices and effectiveness.
12 citations,
January 2019 in “Regenerative Medicine” The document suggests a need for collaboration, better evidence, and a responsible framework to safely and effectively advance regenerative therapies to clinical use.
11 citations,
February 2018 in “Amino acids” Copper and iron cause keratin damage in hair by converting methionine to homocysteine.
11 citations,
October 2016 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Both human platelet lysate and minoxidil can promote hair growth, but they affect different genes and cell survival rates.
9 citations,
February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
8 citations,
August 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment, like topical minoxidil, can prevent hair loss in children.
7 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Smoking increases early hair loss risk in men; quitting may help prevent it.
7 citations,
January 2019 in “The Aging Male” Post-finasteride syndrome's existence is uncertain; more research needed.
6 citations,
March 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Chilled ATPv-supplemented saline best preserves hair grafts' key genes.
6 citations,
July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses” Microneedling is effective for skin rejuvenation and various skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Policosanol helps treat hair loss by balancing hormones and supporting hair growth.
5 citations,
August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Most YouTube hair loss treatment videos are popular but often biased and lack reliable sources.
5 citations,
May 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Clascoterone may be a promising treatment for hair loss.
4 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.
4 citations,
August 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
3 citations,
June 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” A new botanical treatment improved hair growth and symptoms in lichen planopilaris patients.
3 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” In Spain, dermatologists most commonly prescribe topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for male hair loss, and topical minoxidil and oral contraceptives for female hair loss. The use of oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil has significantly increased over the past three years.
3 citations,
June 2017 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” The new facial treatment improved wrinkles and skin thickness, with most patients seeing results within a month, despite some temporary swelling and bruising.