January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Low-level light therapy is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, increases hair count and strength, and is considered safe for use.
15 citations,
November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that hair loss from CCCA may be genetic and not solely caused by hair grooming practices.
2 citations,
August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.
February 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil helps increase hair density in traction alopecia.
78 citations,
April 1994 in “Archives of dermatology” The study found that Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans is a genetic skin condition that starts in childhood, involves inflammation and scarring, and current treatments are only somewhat effective.
4 citations,
September 2020 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” A boy with monilethrix has brittle hair that breaks easily due to a genetic condition, which might improve by puberty.
Hair Botox makes hair look healthier and fuller.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SOX4 is crucial for the development of melanoma.
January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and choosing the right ones can help maintain healthy hair.
63 citations,
May 2000 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant can cause permanent hair loss.
6 citations,
March 2018 in “Proceedings - Baylor University. Medical Center” Sarcoidosis can cause severe high calcium levels, hair loss, and kidney failure.
5 citations,
February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
2 citations,
October 2015 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Early treatment of hair-pulling disorder is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and scarring.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “Research journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” Herbal hair serum with natural ingredients can effectively treat common hair problems.
September 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Fat-derived stem cells may help treat skin aging and hair loss.
277 citations,
July 2011 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” The skin's layers protect, sense, and regulate the body's internal balance, but can be prone to cancer.
24 citations,
July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Systemic diseases can cause hair loss, which is often reversible with treatment.
2 citations,
March 2019 in “Experimental Techniques in Urology & Nephrology” Heptaminol may cause hair lightening in hemodialysis patients.
September 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Nutrients can help improve hair growth and thickness caused by pollution.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Mild oxidative stress can prevent hair loss from chemotherapy.
2 citations,
October 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Excessive blow-drying can cause "bubble hair," leading to hair loss and fragility, but improves when heat use is reduced.
15 citations,
January 2017 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Laser treatment improved scalp skin condition with no side effects.
5 citations,
August 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Artificial dermis used for hair transplantation can reconstruct scalp defects effectively without the need for tissue expansion.
4 citations,
April 2001 in “European journal of cancer” Scalp cooling prevented hair loss in half of the patients, despite significant side effects.
33 citations,
December 2013 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
19 citations,
July 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.
17 citations,
December 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Grouping certain skin cells together activates a growth pathway that helps create new hair follicles.
14 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp Roller therapy helped improve hair growth in patients with hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
9 citations,
August 2014 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Scalp areas that look normal in people with hair loss may still show signs of disease under a microscope.
7 citations,
July 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Reflectance confocal microscopy is useful for diagnosing scalp melanomas, which have features similar to those on the trunk.