March 2010 in “Ejc Supplements” This review discusses the paradoxical effects of valproic acid on hair, noting that it can both cause alopecia and stimulate hair growth, but reports no new experimental findings.
January 2002 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” This study found that several natural extracts, including Prunus mume and Rubi Fructus, showed hair growth-promoting effects in mice, but none significantly impacted human hair dermal papilla cells in vitro.
March 1998 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Keratin-associated proteins may have roles in various mouse tissues, not just hair.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz. extract promotes anagen entry and hair regrowth by enhancing dermal papilla cell activity and supporting hair cycle progression in a mouse model.
June 2026 in “Applied Biological Chemistry” This study found that the M5 isolation method for human dermal papilla cells significantly improved attachment efficiency, proliferative capacity, and trichogenic potential, providing an optimized strategy for scalable manufacturing in hair regeneration therapies for conditions like alopecia.
November 2025 in “Y HOC TP HO CHI MINH” This study from Ho Chi Minh City Dermatology Hospital reported that patients with androgenetic alopecia had a significantly higher prevalence of metabolic syndrome (38.7%) compared to the general population (12.9%), with a longer duration or severity of hair loss increasing their risk.
August 2025 in “Therapeutics” In this study, low concentrations of DMSO were found to decrease androgen receptor expression and inhibit the migration of prostate cancer cells, suggesting potential as an anticancer therapy.
December 2024 in “Journal of Health and Beauty” This study found that the Dongeui Hot Spring Water complex (Dongui Hot Spring Water CPX), containing sea slug extract and panthenol, demonstrated higher antioxidant activity and cell proliferation, suggesting potential benefits for preventing hair loss and improving scalp health.
August 2026 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review reports that biopolymer-based hydrogels show promise as wound dressings due to their biocompatibility, moisture retention, and ability to mimic the extracellular matrix, though challenges in mass production, safety, and clinical validation remain.
July 2026 in “Future Journal of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences” This study explored the potential of Tridax procumbens, a medicinal plant, for hair growth applications by analyzing its bioactive compounds through in silico and phytopharmacological evaluations, resulting in a novel hair serum formulation that demonstrated promising hair growth-promoting properties in preliminary tests.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes the treatment of a 10-year-old girl with severe hair loss linked to Pitta-Kapha imbalance and Krimi using Ayurvedic medicines and lifestyle changes, which resulted in significant improvement within one month without laboratory tests.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes a 10-year-old girl with severe hair loss who showed significant improvement through Ayurvedic treatments and dietary changes, including herbal medicines and scalp applications, after one month without laboratory investigations.
June 2026 in “JAAD reviews.” This review suggests that low-dose oral minoxidil may enhance hair density in certain nonandrogenetic alopecias, but highlights the need for controlled trials due to mixed and limited evidence.
In this case report, a female patient with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome and hidradenitis suppurativa showed significant improvement in symptoms, including hair loss and lesions, after six months of treatment with tofacitinib, with no recurrence or adverse effects over a two-year follow-up.
The researchers reported a case where treatment with tofacitinib improved both hair loss and skin lesions in a patient with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome and hidradenitis suppurativa over six months, with no recurrence or adverse events during two-year follow-up.
April 2026 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” In this study, researchers developed a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using natural ingredients like Shikakai and Neem powder, aiming to effectively reduce dandruff while minimizing the side effects associated with traditional chemical-based treatments.
January 2026 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy significantly improved hair density, diameter, and reduced inflammation in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to placebo, though individual responses varied.
December 2025 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study found that massaging hair treatments into hair improved the treatment's effectiveness by reducing hair waviness and enhancing shape cohesion.
September 2025 in “Annals of African Medicine” September 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Vitamin D3-coated nanoparticles effectively deliver caffeine for alopecia treatment with minimal side effects.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study reported that six out of seven pediatric patients with refractory patchy alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth after one month of oral tofacitinib treatment, suggesting it may be an effective and safe option, although larger studies are needed to evaluate long-term safety.
May 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study examined the clinical patterns and trichoscopic features of female pattern hair loss at a rural tertiary care hospital, but it does not report any specific results.
January 2025 in “Natural Product Research” This review compiles scientific data on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis Linn., highlighting its documented anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and hepatoprotective properties, among others, and recommends future research to further explore the plant's bioactive components and their potential applications.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This retrospective study observed that telogen effluvium, a type of diffuse hair loss, frequently occurs in females aged 18–30 following SARS-CoV-2 infection, often accompanied by nutritional deficiencies, suggesting an association between COVID-19 and micronutrient deficiency, with acute cases being most common but chronic cases possible.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study developed caffeine-loaded nanoparticles coated with ultradeformable liposomes for better hair follicle delivery, showing non-cytotoxicity and potential to reduce oxidative stress in DHT-damaged cells, suggesting an alternative treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
This study found a significant association between increased waist circumference and body mass index and female pattern hair loss in premenopausal women, suggesting the importance of screening for metabolic syndrome in these patients.
This study found a significant association between androgenetic alopecia and metabolic syndrome, with AGA patients showing higher BMI, waist circumference, blood glucose, and cholesterol levels compared to controls.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” This report describes a case where dermoscopy of shed hair helped diagnose post-COVID acute telogen effluvium by revealing depigmented club-shaped bulbs, highlighting its potential as a noninvasive diagnostic tool.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that robotic-assisted and specialized tool techniques for FUE hair transplantation have specific indications for different hair types and scalp areas, particularly benefiting patients undergoing multiple transplants.
August 2023 in “International journal of basic and clinical pharmacology” This review article describes the ingredients and evaluation tests for formulating a hair serum aimed at improving hair growth and preventing hair loss, highlighting the roles of Citrus sinensis, Nigella sativa, flax seed, and coconut oil in addressing hair and scalp health.