July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The author reports that an evaluation system for assessing candidacy in alopecia-reducing procedures significantly decreased unsuitable surgeries while maintaining consistently good outcomes.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This article reviews the role of scalp flap surgery in treating male pattern baldness, noting its advantages such as quick results and increased hair density, though it presents no new clinical findings.
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February 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses various mechanisms for promoting hair growth in pattern hair loss and highlights the challenge of balancing short-term measurable results in trials with the need for long-term efficacy data.
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July 1982 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
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May 1992 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article discusses patient selection and procedural design for hair transplant surgery without reporting new clinical results; it also considers how hair transplant designs can align with various hairstyles.
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article emphasizes the importance of the hairline in hair transplant surgery and its impact on a surgeon's reputation but presents no new clinical findings.
January 2016 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Facelift surgery has evolved to focus on natural results and safety, with patient selection and postoperative care being key to success.
March 2016 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Stopping the use of a tight headband and using specific treatments led to partial hair regrowth.
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August 2011 in “PubMed” This study found that selected polymeric pretreatments on hair can significantly reduce breakage and protect against thermal damage from hot flat irons by maintaining cuticle integrity and moisture.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This case report describes a unique presentation of frontal fibrosing alopecia characterized by a hair loss pattern that resembles the Greek letter upsilon, supported by trichoscopic and histological findings.
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August 2021 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses various treatments for hair loss, such as topical agents, oral minoxidil, and laser therapies, but reports no new clinical results; debates on issues like post-finasteride syndrome are also covered.
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August 2011 in “PubMed” This study found that coconut oil use was associated with less hair damage than normal grooming practices, as indicated by hair breakage index and break stress measurements.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology” This exploratory pilot study reported that using a 2% Oleosome-FGF-2 fusion extract scalp serum twice daily for 84 days in women with telogen effluvium and brittle hair improved hair density, anagen/telogen ratio, hair shaft thickness, and scalp hydration compared to a placebo.
February 2026 in “Bioengineering” This preliminary study suggests that hyperbaric oxygen therapy may improve scalp health and follicle activation in healthy adults, with subjective assessments showing significant improvements despite mixed objective findings.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study discusses various causes and treatments of hair loss, with a focus on the potential effectiveness of Ayurvedic and synthetic methods, but emphasizes that more research is needed for specific conditions like Telogen Effluvium.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, various causes of hair loss, such as nutritional deficiencies and stress, are discussed alongside potential treatments including Ayurvedic formulations and synthetic options like minoxidil, while emphasizing the need for further studies on conditions like Telogen Effluvium and Female Pattern Hair Loss.
February 2019 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” In this study, continuous use of chemical hair relaxers and curlers was associated with adverse effects such as hair fall, thinning, and scalp irritation in patients with telogen effluvium.
April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article critiques the marketing strategies of Rogaine and Accutane and reports no new clinical findings, questioning the photographic evidence used in advertising.
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January 2014 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case report describes an 8-year-old girl with hair casts, highlighting the importance of distinguishing them from pediculosis capitis due to their unusual occurrence and varied associations.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, dandruff treatment with anti-dandruff shampoos was found to effectively reduce symptoms and enhance emotional wellbeing, indirectly improving daily functioning by alleviating scalp-related emotional distress, though it did not affect self-esteem.
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June 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study reported that frontal fibrosing alopecia predominantly affects postmenopausal women and identified potential risk factors like frequent β-blocker use and sunscreen application, indicating the need for further research.
March 2026 in “ACS Applied Bio Materials” In this study, a copolymer made from Tung oil and Tung free fatty acids demonstrated improved mechanical and thermal properties for hair repair, with enhanced resistance and flexibility observed in treated bleached hair, suggesting its potential as a sustainable biopolymer for cosmetic applications.
January 2026 in “Molecules” In this study, the novel thiol-Michael click perming molecule, MA2-CySS, achieved repeatable perming with reduced oxidative damage, preserving hair keratin's structure while maintaining efficiency comparable to traditional oxidative methods.
April 2025 in “BMC Chemistry” This study developed an organic hair conditioner using chitosan-thiadiazole conjugates that showed improved hair detangling, moisture retention, and protection without causing irritation, promising an environmentally sustainable approach to hair care.
November 2023 in “BMC women's health” In this study, certain haircare practices and age factors were found to be associated with the occurrence and severity of traction alopecia among women in Yaoundé.
September 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This study reviewed existing literature and found that androgenic alopecia may be associated with cardiovascular risk factors, while evidence for alopecia areata and cicatricial alopecias is limited and sometimes contradictory.
January 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” In this study, four months of twice-daily application of A100 gel significantly increased hair growth in men with androgenic alopecia, with no reported side effects.
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June 2018 in “Journal of Visualized Experiments” This paper presents a culturally informed protocol designed to improve the collection of hair samples from African Americans for cortisol measurement, illustrating its application with community-based study data.
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of hair shaft disorders and suggests diagnostic tools like trichoscopy and light microscopy, but reports no new clinical results.