October 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” In this study of folliculitis decalvans, researchers found that compound follicular structures in scalp biopsies are primarily composed of terminal anagen follicles, surrounded by fibrosis and inflammatory cell infiltrate, which could enhance understanding of this condition.
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June 2010 in “Journal of dermatology” In this study, hair bleaching with ammonium persulfate and hydrogen peroxide caused significant damage to hair structure and severe skin reactions in rats, highlighting the need for cautious bleaching procedures.
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September 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article describes cases of unusual scalp whorl patterns, including triple parietal and right temporal whorls, that were associated with normal development, and discusses theories of hair whorl development.
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January 1992 in “Dermatology” This case report details atrichia with papular lesions in a 4-year-old girl, highlighting specific histological findings on her scalp and other affected areas.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case report describes dermoscopic features of pemphigus vulgaris on the scalp, highlighting that hair casts may suggest treatment adjustment for improved disease control.
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February 1982 in “RePub (Erasmus University, Rotterdam)” This review discusses the evolution of hair plucking techniques for diagnosing hair disorders and suggests uniform methods could improve consistency in evaluating hair growth and treatment.
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July 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This article discusses a case of alopecia areata, androgenetic alopecia, and trichostasis spinulosa, highlighting how dermoscopy can help differentiate black dots from trichostasis spinulosa lesions, but it reports no new clinical results.
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April 2018 in “Journal of vacuum science and technology. B, Nanotechnology & microelectronics” This study demonstrated the potential of a methodology combining ToF-SIMS and AFM to effectively analyze human hair structure and identify cosmetic residues, which can aid the cosmetic industry in product development.
In this review, the authors highlight a lack of understanding regarding the unique properties of Afro-textured hair, emphasizing the need for scientific collaboration to improve hair care practices and mitigate scalp issues.
February 2026 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” In this case study, a 38-year-old woman with female androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair density, reduced scalp oiliness, and enhanced hair structure after ten microneedle mesotherapy treatments combined with saw palmetto supplementation, with no adverse effects reported.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review assessed a traditionally prepared herbal hair oil, finding it exhibited favorable physicochemical properties and stability, with no skin irritation, suggesting it may be a safe natural alternative to synthetic hair care products for promoting healthy hair and scalp.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlighted the potential benefits of herbal hair oils as a natural alternative to synthetic hair care products, noting that a traditionally prepared formulation demonstrated favorable physicochemical properties and no skin irritation, while promoting healthy hair and scalp.
December 2021 in “Consilium Medicum” This study found that treating diffuse alopecia associated with prior COVID-19 infection using a combination of Selencin (homeopathic drug) and Selencin Peptide Active (peptide lotion) significantly reduced hair loss and improved hair structure and volume in 34 patients over two months.
July 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that understanding the surgical anatomy of the scalp significantly improves outcomes in scalp surgery by reducing complications like unsightly scars and distorted hair patterns.
In this case report, the authors detail a successful management of early scalp ischemia after hair transplantation using the FLOW protocol, which emphasizes cause correction, local vasodilation, oxygenation optimization, and wound care, resulting in recovery without necrosis.
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review from JAAD highlights disparities in the effectiveness of hair preservation techniques for Black women undergoing chemotherapy, noting that current methods like scalp cooling often underperform due to structural differences in Black hair, and recommends tailored strategies such as adjusting hair preparation before treatment.
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August 1971 in “Journal of Morphology” In this study, researchers observed that the epidermal specializations on the tail scales of Lygodactylus lizards, including sensory organs and specific secretory glands, are fully restored with similar structure and distribution on regenerated tails.
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September 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Small white dots on the scalp seen with a dermoscope correspond to sweat ducts and vary with different hair disorders.
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December 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This study found that trichoscopy can effectively differentiate scalp psoriasis from seborrheic dermatitis by identifying specific trichoscopic patterns such as hidden hairs, signet ring vessels, and comma vessels.
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July 2004 in “Journal of experimental zoology. Part B, Molecular and developmental evolution” This article discusses a hypothesis on the development and evolution of scales, hairs, and feathers from fish to amniotes, based on regions of dermo-epidermal interactions in skin, but reports no new findings.
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December 2004 in “Developmental biology” In this study, forced expression of the transcription factor cDermo-1 in chicken dermis led to the formation of ectopic feather buds and enhanced feather growth, demonstrating its role in initiating skin appendage development.
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August 1992 in “Differentiation” This study identified a new 65 kD and 48 kD keratin pair expressed in specific mouse epithelial sites, suggesting a unique evolutionary branch of hair-related keratins.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” In this study, researchers observed the patterns of hair distribution and scalp anatomy in Chinese young adult males, finding significant variations in hairline shape, hair density, and follicular unit structure.
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May 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” In this clinical study, the use of potentiated zinc pyrithione shampoo improved scalp health and hair surface characteristics, suggesting that unhealthy scalp conditions may negatively impact pre-emergent hair's cuticle surface.
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November 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that RCM combined with dermoscopy can differentiate disease states between alopecia areata, tinea capitis, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma of the scalp by identifying distinct dermal and follicular patterns.
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August 2015 in “PubMed” This study discovered previously unknown structures in human hair shafts that may stabilize hair structurally and physicochemically.
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.
June 2023 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that pubic hair from Korean males has a thicker cuticle layer with more scales compared to scalp hair, offering better protection against chemical damage, and hypothesizes this evolved as a defense mechanism against exposure to urine and ammonia.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a 27-year-old male with chronic scalp psoriasis experienced marked clinical improvement and sustained remission for 16 months after 17 months of individualized classical homeopathic treatment, also noting enhanced quality of life and emotional well-being.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This publication provides a comprehensive overview and best practices guide for hair transplantation and scalp therapy, including modern surgical techniques, scalp diagnostics, and adjunctive therapies such as PRP, aimed at enhancing patient assessment and postoperative care.