10 citations,
September 2021 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both methods improve hair density and thickness; double-spin may be more effective.
5 citations,
July 2021 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Combination therapy works best for female hair loss, increasing density and thickness.
47 citations,
December 2011 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Laser treatment increases hair density and thickness safely in women with hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
January 2018 in “Sohag Medical Journal” Combining topical dutasteride with microneedling is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Both fat-derived stem cells and platelet-rich plasma are effective and safe for hair loss, but stem cells give better results with more side effects.
1 citations,
December 2016 in “Trichology and cosmetology:” Panax ginseng might help with hair growth and has fewer side effects than synthetic treatments.
May 2021 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Minoxidil and photobiomodulation together improve hair growth better than minoxidil alone.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
4 citations,
November 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
81 citations,
June 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” The document concludes that minoxidil and finasteride are proven for hair growth, herbal remedies show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
15 citations,
February 2022 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP treatment increases hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia by 79%.
27 citations,
June 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment may increase hair growth for genetic hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm this.
October 2023 in “Biomedical Optics Express” New imaging techniques show testosterone delays hair growth and shrinks follicles in mice, but have limited depth for viewing.
29 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” PRP treatment helps hair growth and density with 70.7% success, but more research needed.
5 citations,
April 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Policosanol helps treat hair loss by balancing hormones and supporting hair growth.
June 2024 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Hair loss has many causes and treatments, but future research aims for better solutions.
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine”
18 citations,
April 2017 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment can potentially increase hair density and quality in people with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
April 2014 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Mesotherapy with natural extracts and vitamins can improve hair loss and promote regrowth in most women.
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13 citations,
May 2021 in “Plants” The leaf extract of Leea indica may reduce inflammation, dissolve blood clots, and promote hair growth.
6 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A woman got melanoma on her scalp after anti-hair loss treatment with injections.
60 citations,
September 2019 in “Ageing Research Reviews” Fat from the body can help improve hair growth and scars when used in skin treatments.
46 citations,
September 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP injections effectively treat hair loss, with positive results in both monthly and every three months treatments.
5 citations,
April 2019 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Fractional lasers could help hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
September 2022 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Plastic surgeons can offer various nonsurgical hair restoration treatments like minoxidil, PRP, and light treatments, but they don't give permanent results and need to be repeated. It's crucial to educate patients and manage their expectations. Hair loss in women often involves other health issues like thyroid disease.
November 2021 in “Current Otorhinolaryngology Reports” New treatments for hair loss could involve using stem cells and a process called the Wnt/beta-catenin pathway to stimulate hair growth.