This study found that among transgender and gender diverse adults, facial hair is important for gender affirmation but often causes dissatisfaction and financial strain due to inadequate insurance coverage for hair care treatments.
November 2025 in “Turkish Journal of Dermatology” This study found that both follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE) are safe and effective for female pattern hair loss, with FUE offering broader indications and higher patient satisfaction.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that patients using oral minoxidil for hair loss reported greater ease of use, fewer missed doses, and higher satisfaction compared to those using topical minoxidil, although oral minoxidil was associated with a higher incidence of hypertrichosis.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Environment Agriculture and Biotechnology” In this study, organic garlic was found to have higher levels of bioactive elements and stronger antimicrobial properties compared to chemically grown garlic, highlighting the benefits of organic cultivation for enhancing garlic's nutritional and health-promoting qualities.
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March 1995 in “PLANT PHYSIOLOGY” This study found that the Nod factor from Rhizobium meliloti, particularly at concentrations of 10-8 and 10-7 M, induced specific membrane depolarization and root-hair deformation in Medicago sativa, depending on the stage of cell differentiation.
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May 2021 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study identified OsRopGEF3 as a key regulator in rice root hair growth, demonstrating that it interacts with proteins to promote reactive oxygen species production, affecting root hair length and width.
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January 2024 in “Environmental Research” In this study, the authors reported that Sargassum wightii seaweed-based biostimulants improved soil quality and enhanced rice plant growth and yield by ameliorating acid soil effects, boosting antioxidant enzyme activity, and facilitating nitrogen uptake, photosynthesis, and water use efficiency.
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July 2021 in “Armaghane Danesh” These plant extracts can kill some bacteria.
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January 2016 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a 5% minoxidil topical foam without propylene glycol in men with androgenic alopecia.
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July 2023 in “Urology Case Reports” This case report highlights an 11-month-old boy with near total amputation of the glans penis due to Penile Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, who underwent successful two-stage surgical repair for a satisfactory outcome.
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January 2007 in “Journal of Fashion Business” This study explored hair loss management and product use among individuals experiencing hair loss, finding variable satisfaction levels with management programs and highlighting the need for effective, specialized programs.
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December 2022 in “Plants” This study suggests that CSLD1 is key to nitrogen-dependent root hair elongation and regulation of AMT1;2 expression in rice roots.
July 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This study describes characteristics and outcomes for adults initiating ritlecitinib for severe alopecia areata, highlighting increased hair regrowth and physician satisfaction with longer treatment durations, despite ongoing psychosocial impacts like embarrassment and anxiety among patients.
March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” In this study, three different hair serums were tested for their impact on Telogen effluvium in adult females, finding all effective in reducing hair shedding, with the cytokine-based serum showing the most significant improvement, reducing hair fall by 54.6% without adverse effects.
November 2024 in “Plants” This study found that ethanolic extracts of Buebang 3 CMU may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss more effectively than minoxidil by enhancing bioactive compounds and activating key signaling pathways.
This study found that ethanol extract of fragrant pandanus leaves inhibited the growth of the dandruff-causing fungus Pityrosporum ovale, with higher concentrations showing greater inhibitory effects.
March 2009 in “The Journal of Urology” This research concludes that finasteride significantly reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and prostate size in men with BPH and may improve urinary symptoms, with greater baseline prostate size predicting more pronounced benefits compared to placebo.
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January 2022 in “Plants” This study found that extracts from the rice variety Bue Bang 3 CMU, particularly the husk and bran, demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-androgenic properties, suggesting potential use in treating androgenetic alopecia.
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February 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies” In this study, substituting Sangyod rice flour for wheat flour in butter cakes improved nutritional profiles and maintained sensory qualities, with 50% substitution showing the best balance, supporting local agriculture and potentially leading to healthier bakery options.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Oleo Science” This study found that oil from CG17 garden cress seeds had higher amounts of β-carotenoids, tocopherols, and vitamins compared to other genotypes, with varying physiochemical properties across all seeds.
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February 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Most men prefer keeping their eyebrows over scalp hair.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Oriental Medicine” Black bean, wheat, and rice bran extracts can boost hair growth and improve hair quality.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that both PRP injections and microneedling treatments significantly improved hair count and thickness in patients with androgenetic alopecia, without significant differences between the two methods. Microneedling also enhanced patient satisfaction and treatment tolerance.
July 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study highlights significant psychosocial distress and access barriers faced by South Asian patients, suggesting improved provider education, broader insurance coverage, and enhanced patient assistance programs as necessary steps to achieve equitable healthcare access.
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September 2011 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” This study found that the p63 transcription factor plays a role in epidermal morphogenesis by regulating Satb1 expression, impacting chromatin architecture and gene expression in epidermal progenitor cells.
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May 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery/PSEF CD journals” This review of facial feminization surgery literature suggests it is generally safe and satisfactory for patients, though more research is needed to establish best practices and quality-of-life outcomes.
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July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses how Western diet may contribute to acne vulgaris through insulin signaling and metabolomic changes, promoting a dietary approach for management, but reports no new experimental results.
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January 2012 in “Nutrition & Metabolism” This article suggests that modern lifestyle changes, including diet, stress, and chronic anti-inflammatory medication use, may disrupt the natural process of inflammation resolution, increasing vulnerability to chronic disease.