7 citations
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September 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study investigated the effects of wool-derived hydrolysed keratin peptides on relaxed textured hair and found that mid- and high-molecular weight peptides improved mechanical strength and reduced breakage in different humidity conditions.
6 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” In this study, most women who experienced both vaginal and Caesarean births preferred and recommended natural delivery, suggesting the need for careful, individualized evaluation of birth conditions.
3 citations
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May 2021 in “PloS one” This study found that Jordanian males use oral contraceptive pills, particularly for bodybuilding, based on recommendations from gym coaches, highlighting unexpected uses of these medications.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “BMJ Open” This study identified significant patient frustration with limited access to treatments for alopecia areata in Germany, exacerbated by the absence of health insurance reimbursement for necessary medications.
April 2025 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research” This source does not report study results but describes the mission and peer review process of the Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, emphasizing its focus on genetic, biomedical, and remedial research with technical knowledge integration.
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.
15 citations
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July 2021 in “Bosnian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences” This review discusses the therapeutic effects of stem cell therapy in various diseases and emphasizes the need for controlled differentiation and further large-scale trials, but reports no new findings.
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November 2022 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health” This study observed that ethnic Indian women with PCOS often experience early symptom onset, delays in diagnosis, and report poor quality of life, highlighting the need for culturally tailored healthcare approaches.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This review explores the evidence for platelet-rich plasma, exosomes, and other regenerative therapies as adjuncts in hair transplantation, finding that PRP has the most support, but highlights the need for standardization and transplantation-specific studies.
2 citations
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September 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study observed that adult offspring of sperm donation generally feel positive about their conception method and believe identifying information about donors should be accessible.
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September 1999 in “Talanta” New method measures minoxidil concentration faster, more accurately, and automatically.
7 citations
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February 2022 in “JAAD International” This review suggests that alopecia areata may occur as a dermatologic manifestation of COVID-19, often appearing 1 to 2 months after infection; further research is needed to clarify this association.
5 citations
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August 2013 in “The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine” This case study reports that a 13-year-old girl with changing types of alopecia experienced resolution and maintenance of hair regrowth after using various Korean medical treatments, but further research is needed.
February 2025 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study highlights the potential of novel non-invasive testing techniques to enhance the diagnosis, treatment, and care of scalp hair diseases, urging future research to improve their accuracy and efficiency.
March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that hair loss impairs quality of life differently for men and women in France, affecting men's physical health and women's mental health more significantly.
7 citations
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August 2021 in “ChemEngineering” This study found that Soluplus and L-ascorbyl 2,6-dipalmitate nanoparticles may improve minoxidil's skin permeability through stable hydrophobic interactions, enhancing its potential for targeted skin application.
This study found that women with PCOS, particularly those with the anovulatory phenotype, reported significantly lower physical health-related quality of life than women without PCOS at a tertiary hospital.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the formulation and evaluation of herbal hair serums, highlighting the use of natural ingredients like fenugreek, hibiscus, and kalonji, which are claimed to improve hair strength and scalp health.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review details the formulation, ingredients, and evaluation of herbal hair serum, noting its potential to improve hair texture and scalp health through the use of natural phytoconstituents.
December 2025 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers found that a propylene glycol-free and alcohol-reduced topical foam containing minoxidil and finasteride remained chemically, physically, and microbially stable for 180 days when stored properly at room temperature in light-resistant containers.
54 citations
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January 2012 in “Vitamins & Trace Elements” This study found significantly lower serum vitamin D concentrations in patients with alopecia areata compared to healthy controls, suggesting that vitamin D deficiency may be a risk factor for this autoimmune hair loss disease.
4 citations
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November 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract lists authors and their affiliations but does not provide any research findings or insights.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study involved 69 hair experts using a Delphi process to achieve consensus on treating frontal fibrosing alopecia, finding strong agreement on disease monitoring but less on physical and systemic therapies, indicating the need for more research.
May 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review reports that while current treatments for non-scarring alopecia, like minoxidil and finasteride, have limited efficacy due to side effects, natural remedies may offer more effective management with potentially fewer side effects, though their varying safety profiles call for further investigation.
April 2024 in “Biomolecules” This review summarizes recent findings on the role of mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomal microRNAs in skin regeneration and rejuvenation, discussing their potential for treating skin damage and aging, and exploring bioengineering methods to enhance therapeutic effects.
January 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” This review discusses the potential benefits of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating androgenic alopecia in athletes and examines how physical activity might influence androgen levels, but it reports no new results.
October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, a Delphi survey among 441 European dermatology patients identified psychological impacts as the most significant issues affecting their lives, underscoring the need for psychological support in managing dermatological diseases.
February 2020 in “Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety” This study found that finasteride users had higher odds of testicular abnormalities, obesity, and other conditions, highlighting the need for confounder adjustment in studies on its association with male breast cancer.
2 citations
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July 2024 in “Materials Today Communications” In this study, an injectable alginate hydrogel with Fibronectin3 was developed, demonstrating high biocompatibility and ability to enhance wound healing in mice, suggesting promise for clinical application in treating irregular wounds.
March 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study suggests that novel lipid nanoparticle formulations may be suitable for delivering anti-alopecia compounds like minoxidil and finasteride, although their skin penetration was limited.