research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview
AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
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research The Childbearing Years: Hair Diseases
Different hair diseases affect people during childbearing years, with treatments ranging from medication to psychological support.
research Principles and Techniques of Surgical Hair Restoration
Surgical hair restoration involves moving hair from a non-balding area to a balding area, with the transplanted hair not subject to male pattern baldness. Medications can slow hair loss and regrow some hair, but successful treatment needs careful planning, skill, and ethical responsibility due to progressive hair loss and limited donor hair.
research Hair Disorders
Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.
research In Silico Analysis of Gene Expression Data from Bald Frontal and Haired Occipital Scalp to Identify Candidate Genes in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Found 32 genes linked to male baldness, affecting hair growth and stress-related pathways.
research Complications in Hair Restoration Surgery
Successful hair transplant surgery depends on careful patient selection, proper surgical plan and technique, and attentive aftercare.
research Hair Disorders Update: Alopecia to Hirsutism
New treatments for hair loss and excessive hair growth show promise with few side effects and advancements in laser technology.
research The Penetration Enhancer SEPA Augments Stimulation of Scalp Hair Growth by Topical Minoxidil in the Balding Stumptail Macaque
SEPA™ enhances the effectiveness of minoxidil in stimulating hair growth, working faster and better than Rogaine® TS, with no significant side effects.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Diffuse Hair Loss: Its Triggers and Management
To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
research Iontophoresis-Targeted, Follicular Delivery of Minoxidil Sulfate for the Treatment of Alopecia
Iontophoresis improves minoxidil delivery for alopecia treatment.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Minoxidil 5% in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Trichoscopic Evaluation
PRP more effective than minoxidil 5% for treating alopecia areata.
research Hair Growth Effects of Oral Administration of Finasteride, a Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, Alone and in Combination with Topical Minoxidil in the Balding Stumptail Macaque
Taking finasteride pills and using minoxidil lotion together can help grow hair.
research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
research Comparison of Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy With or Without Topical 5% Minoxidil in Male-Type Baldness: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo Control Trial
PRP combined with minoxidil is the most effective and safe treatment for male pattern baldness.
research Pigmented Contact Dermatitis from Topical Minoxidil 5%
Minoxidil 5% caused skin discoloration in a man using it for hair loss.
research The Effectiveness of Adding Low-Level Light Therapy to Minoxidil 5% Solution in the Treatment of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Adding low-level light therapy to minoxidil improves hair growth and patient satisfaction.
research Minoxidil 5% Solution for Topical Treatment of Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome
Minoxidil 5% solution significantly improved hair density in a girl with loose anagen hair syndrome over 28 months, with no side effects.
research Eclipta Prostrata Promotes the Induction of Anagen, Sustains the Anagen Phase Through Regulation of FGF-7 and FGF-5
Eclipta prostrata helps hair growth and maintains the growth phase by affecting certain growth factors.
research Adverse Effects with Finasteride 5 mg/Day for Patterned Hair Loss in Premenopausal Women
Taking 5 mg/day finasteride can cause side effects in women with hair loss, but these are usually mild and fade over time, making the treatment beneficial in the long run.
research Placebo-Controlled Dose-Effect Studies with Topical Minoxidil 2% or 5% in Male-Patterned Hair Loss Treated with Oral Finasteride Employing an Analytical and Exhaustive Study Protocol
Minoxidil 5% works better than 2% for hair growth in male-patterned hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of a New 5% Minoxidil Formulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Noninferiority Study
New 5% minoxidil formula safely and effectively treats male hair loss.
research A Pilot Study of the Efficacy in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss Using 5% Minoxidil Solution Combined with Oral Chelated Zinc Supplement
Using 5% Minoxidil solution with oral chelated zinc supplement can effectively treat female pattern hair loss.
research A Comparative Study of Efficacy of 5% Minoxidil and 5% Minoxidil Plus Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Same Patient for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Combining 5% minoxidil with platelet-rich plasma is more effective for hair loss than minoxidil alone.
research Clinical Efficacy, Cosmetic Acceptability, and Local Tolerability of a New Formulation of Topical 5% Minoxidil Without Propylene Glycol: A 6-Month, Multicentre, Real-Life, Prospective, Assessor-Blinded Study in 196 Subjects with Hair Loss. The NOMINAL Trial
The new 5% minoxidil formulation without propylene glycol effectively promotes hair growth with fewer side effects and better user satisfaction.
research Topical 5% Minoxidil Versus Combined Erbium YAG Laser and Topical 5% Minoxidil in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Using a laser with minoxidil was more effective for hair loss than minoxidil alone.
research 5% Minoxidil Topical Foam for Men: Hair Growth in Millennials – A Post Hoc Analysis
Using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily can help regrow hair, especially in younger men aged 20-30.
research A Comparative Study Between the Efficacy and Safety of 5% Minoxidil Solution and 5% Minoxidil Milky Lotion in the Treatment of Male Androgenic Alopecia
Both 5% minoxidil solution and milky lotion effectively and safely treat male hair loss, with the lotion being a good alternative for those sensitive to certain ingredients.
research Open Multicenter Clinical Study of 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia (Phase 4 Clinical Trial) (Joint Study by the Korean Society for Hair Research)
Topical 5% minoxidil is safe and effective for treating hair loss in Korean men.
research Comparison of Efficacy of Topical 5% Minoxidil Alone Versus Topical 5% Minoxidil With Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Open Label Study
Adding PRP to minoxidil improves hair growth in male pattern baldness.