January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
8 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Applying an extract from Perilla frutescens helps hair grow and fights the effects of hair loss hormones.
15 citations,
December 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair transplantation has improved with techniques that increase graft survival and patient satisfaction for more natural results.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” Noni fruit extract, specifically the FEA-3 sub-fraction, can increase hair growth and reduce baldness in male rabbits, potentially acting like common hair loss treatments.
November 2024 in “BMC Surgery” Follicular unit extraction is an effective and minimally invasive treatment for male hair loss.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The new triangular flag-shaped design for incisions in hair transplant surgery provides better hair alignment and cosmetic appearance without extra scarring, especially for patients with specific hair directions.
75 citations,
October 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia areata can be triggered by specific immune cells without genetic or environmental factors.
7 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vitamin A may influence hair loss conditions like alopecia, but more research is needed to understand how.
8 citations,
May 2018 in “The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” Activating the Nrf2 pathway reduces inflammation and cell activation in human hair follicles, suggesting a potential treatment for certain hair loss conditions.
15 citations,
February 2008 in “Annals of plastic surgery” Most patients were satisfied with diode laser hair removal and experienced no long-term side effects.
2 citations,
September 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The two-step procedure of fat grafting followed by hair grafting improves scalp and facial scar correction.
The conclusion is that closing scalp wounds is possible, but restoring hair without donor material is still a major challenge.
May 1993 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Cosmetics” The new shampoo effectively delivers caffeine to hair follicles to help keep hair, especially as people age.
32 citations,
November 2012 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
New methods to classify curly hair types were developed based on shape and strength.
A new system for classifying curly hair types using precise measurements can improve hair care products and cultural inclusion.
13 citations,
April 2022 in “Frontiers in oncology” Melanoma development can be linked to the breakdown of skin's melanin-producing units.
37 citations,
January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Using platelet-rich plasma injections and 5% minoxidil topically can safely and effectively treat mild-to-moderate male pattern baldness.
13 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Inflammation around hair follicles may worsen hair loss; evaluating and treating it can improve transplant results.
December 2022 in “Cureus” Low iron levels are linked to hair loss in women.
9 citations,
March 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Both Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) are effective hair transplant methods; the best choice depends on the patient's needs and the surgeon's preference.
45 citations,
November 2017 in “Biomaterials” Researchers found a new way to create hair-growing structures in the lab that can grow hair when put into mice.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of pharmacy and pharmacology” Luliconazole is more effective than ketoconazole at repairing damaged hair cuticles.
54 citations,
September 2012 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Vitamin A affects hair loss and immune response in alopecia areata.
31 citations,
June 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Low-level light therapy safely improves hair coverage, thickness, and count in androgenetic alopecia patients.
131 citations,
August 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Inflammation may be linked to hair loss, and targeting specific enzymes could help treat it.
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.