November 2023 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Drug repositioning offers hope for new, affordable treatments for a genetic skin disorder called ARCI.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” Convolvulus arvensis ethanolic extract can potentially promote hair growth and reduce hair loss.
April 2019 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” Early treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss is important to stop it from getting worse, and various treatments can help, especially in mild to moderate cases.
Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.
January 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” Liquorice and Indian jujube root extracts don't help in fighting male pattern baldness.
March 1998 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Combining RU58841 and minoxidil significantly increases hair growth.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some plants like spinach, broccoli, and matcha may boost the effectiveness of the hair growth drug minoxidil.
August 2011 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” 5% minoxidil foam used once daily is as effective as 2% minoxidil solution used twice daily for hair loss in women, but with fewer side effects like itching and dandruff.
9 citations,
February 2022 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” A new treatment for hair loss uses tiny lipid carriers to deliver a mix of minoxidil and latanoprost directly to hair follicles, promoting hair growth and being well tolerated by the skin.
1 citations,
July 2016 in “PubMed” 5% minoxidil foam is effective and safe for hair regrowth in women with hair loss.
February 2022 in “Scientia Pharmaceutica” Different hair loss treatment ingredients work well with TrichoTech™ vehicles for 3 to 6 months, making them good for use in hair treatments.
130 citations,
December 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair follicle melanocytes die during hair regression.
12 citations,
May 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Ethosomes improve black tea extract absorption in hair dye.
7 citations,
January 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Acanthus ebracteatus Vahl. extract and verbascoside may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth due to their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to protect against cell death.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” New gels using cellulose nanocrystals effectively deliver minoxidil to hair follicles, promoting hair regrowth.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” The new hydrogel treatment promotes faster hair growth and better skin health for hair loss.
June 2024 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” Using photoacoustic waves to deliver minoxidil improves hair growth effectively and safely.
Whale oil significantly promotes hair growth and may be a safe, effective alternative to minoxidil.
December 2023 in “Melatonin research” Nanocarriers make melatonin more effective and reduce side effects.
October 2023 in “Bioactive Materials” The new hair loss treatment combining nitric oxide and minoxidil in a special carrier is effective for hair regrowth.
August 2023 in “Scientia Pharmaceutica” Color changes in Minoxidil hair products do not affect their effectiveness.
February 2023 in “Molecules” Cactus extract from Notocactus ottonis may help promote hair growth.
January 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” AA–TF#15 significantly promotes hair regrowth and could be an effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.
9 citations,
March 2022 in “Antioxidants” Synthetic antioxidants are effective, cheap, and stable, with some like zinc and cholecalciferol reducing child and cancer deaths, but the safety of additives like BHA, BHT, TBHQ, and PEG needs more research.
6 citations,
May 2023 in “European journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Niosomes are the most effective at delivering drugs to the skin with minimal absorption into the body.
6 citations,
January 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” Best solution for storing hair grafts is saline with ATP at 4 degrees Celsius, but no definitive best method was confirmed.
1 citations,
December 2021 in “Animals” Low zinc and selenium levels in sheep are linked to hair loss and thyroid problems.
1 citations,
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Ethosomes are a promising method for treating hair loss by delivering drugs directly to the scalp.
June 2023 in “Antioxidants” Lipids from Schizochytrium sp. help prevent hair loss by protecting hair cells from damage and promoting hair growth.
Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are often treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications, which can reduce symptoms and yeast growth on the scalp.