6 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Biomedical Photonics & Engineering” This study found that using a clipping device for hair removal leads to less skin barrier disruption and reduced bacterial colonization compared to a disposable razor, potentially improving postoperative wound management.
2 citations
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June 2013 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” In this study, the hot-wire hair removal device (no!no!) was found to be no more effective than shaving in reducing hair density, regrowth rate, or altering hair characteristics.
31 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews the history and methods of hair removal, highlighting electrolysis as the only FDA-recognized permanent option, but it presents no new findings.
22 citations
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July 2003 in “Military medicine” This article reviews the causes, classification, and new treatments for pseudofolliculitis barbae but provides no new research findings.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review article outlines grooming practices and treatments for pseudofolliculitis barbae, noting that while discontinuing shaving is an effective approach, those who cannot do so may benefit from adjusted shaving techniques, chemical depilatories, or laser therapies.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review provides a detailed overview of the causes, prevalence, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and treatment of beard alopecia, highlighting conditions such as alopecia areata, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and tinea barbae, and aims to serve as a resource for clinicians handling such cases.
March 2024 in “American journal of veterinary research” This study found that clippers are the safest and most efficient tool for collecting hair samples from companion dogs, with no impact on cortisol concentration compared to scissors.
May 2006 in “The American journal of medicine” This article presents a case of a 45-year-old African American man with firm, hyperpigmented papules and pustules on his cheeks and neck, persisting despite various shaving methods.
This article reviews a clinical case of pseudofolliculitis, highlighting its chronic nature, commonality in individuals with curly hair, and suggests management strategies, but reports no new clinical results.
89 citations
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March 1990 in “PubMed” This study found that shaving was the most helpful and commonly used temporary hair removal method among women with facial hirsutism.
22 citations
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June 1977 in “Postgraduate Medicine” This review discusses how certain skin disorders, pigmentation issues, and hair problems are more common in black individuals than white individuals and does not report new clinical results.
21 citations
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May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article reviews the challenges of providing dermatology care in prisons and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting common skin conditions like tinea pedis, pruritus, and alopecia areata linked to stress and the environment.
17 citations
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July 1977 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Proper shaving techniques and specific topical treatments can help manage pseudofolliculitis barbae.
7 citations
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April 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” This article reviews practical approaches for managing dermatologic conditions in patients with skin of color and reports no new clinical findings.
6 citations
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July 1976 in “JAMA” This article discusses dermatological issues associated with black skin, such as postinflammatory pigmentation and keloids, and highlights the need for practitioners to understand these racial characteristics; it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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May 2004 in “SKINmed/Skinmed” This article discusses pseudofolliculitis barbae but reports no new research findings.
March 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Razor bumps are linked to a genetic variant, misoprostol helps erythromelalgia pain, steroid ointments don't affect skin rhythms, and certain antibodies are common in localized scleroderma.
May 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Zitelli emphasized that "Mohs surgery" should only be called that when one doctor does both the surgery and pathology.
7 citations
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January 2003 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” This study concluded that the Spa Touch system effectively retards hair regrowth, functioning like a "light razor" for quick and cost-effective epilation.
November 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study demonstrated a novel use of tape stripping on a human skin model to simulate the inflammation and barrier damage caused by dry razor shaving, highlighting potential shaving and skin-care formulations that may mitigate such damage.
15 citations
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August 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This report presents a rare case where molluscum contagiosum folliculitis developed after a 23-year-old woman shaved her legs, highlighting the need to consider viral causes in similar persistent skin conditions following hair removal.
17 citations
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June 1990 in “PubMed” This study examined the morphological variations of terminal hair from different body regions of a Caucasian male, finding notable differences in diameter and features like "steak-boning" in specific hair types.
49 citations
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March 2014 in “Dermatologic clinics” This article discusses the causes, development, treatment, and prevention strategies for pseudofolliculitis barbae and folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, but reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported that facial moisturizers marketed to women were significantly more expensive than similar products marketed to men, with an average difference of $3.09 per ounce.
23 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This study found that the Epilight multiple wavelength pulsed-intense light source was effective for long-lasting hair removal, particularly in individuals with dark hair and light skin.
15 citations
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March 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the role of shaving technology and specific skincare ingredients like glycerine and niacinamide in improving male facial skin health, but reports no new clinical results.
19 citations
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May 2007 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that various treatments, including laser therapy, are effective for managing pseudofolliculitis barbae, especially in darker skin types.
January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” In this prospective study of 135 women with hirsutism, researchers reported that treatment approaches varied, with oral contraceptives, dexamethasone, and metformin widely used, and emphasized a holistic approach including lifestyle changes and mental health support to effectively manage the condition.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetics Dermatological Sciences and Applications” This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of two thioglycolate chemical depilatory creams for full genital hair removal in men and women, finding acceptable dermal tolerance despite some instances of irritation, supporting their use for pubic hair grooming.
This paper reviews the process and considerations for hair transplant surgery using the FUE method, but does not present new clinical results.