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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Some plants with flavonoids may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Zinc pyrithione dissolves quickly on the skin and in hair follicles, especially in smaller particles.
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May 2009 in “Maturitas” Taking DHEA for a year is generally safe for postmenopausal women but may cause acne and more facial hair without improving metabolism or aging.
December 2015 in “Journal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis” A patient experienced long-lasting hair loss after using acitretin for psoriasis.
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September 2013 in “Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Androgens increase a growth factor in hair cells by creating reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants might help treat hair loss.
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November 2017 in “PubMed” Miracle fruit seed oil significantly reduces hair breakage in women with damaged hair.
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April 2012 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” The gel with special fat-loaded particles from rice bran could be an effective skin treatment for hair loss.
December 2024 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Combining synthetic and herbal treatments may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
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June 2011 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” SLN suspensions work as well as commercial solutions for minoxidil delivery, but are non-corrosive, making them a promising alternative.
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May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
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August 2014 in “Toxicologic pathology” Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
September 2024 in “Heliyon” Repeated hair dyeing significantly damages hair.
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January 2012 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” DDAIP-HCl significantly increases minoxidil absorption into the skin.
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March 2010 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal” Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” hsa-miR-193a-5p may help diagnose and treat alopecia areata.
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February 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Different fields of expertise must work together to better understand hair growth and create effective hair loss treatments.
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October 2009 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Hair loss in young men linked to higher risk of insulin resistance and metabolic issues.
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September 2008 in “Mycoses” Seborrheic dermatitis lowers quality of life more for women, younger people, and those with more education.
57 citations,
January 2004 in “Journal of Endocrinology” Baldness caused by male hormones in female-to-male transsexuals doesn't increase the risk of heart disease.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
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November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The new anti-dandruff shampoo with ketoconazole-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles is more effective against dandruff.
March 2018 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Hair loss linked to prostate enlargement; stress and family history important factors.
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January 2000 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” The document recommends using both clinical evaluation and various measurement methods to assess skin greasiness, considering factors like temperature and hormones.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” GATA6 is important for maintaining and differentiating cells in a key area of human skin.
8 citations,
February 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Medicinal herbs might treat hair loss by affecting genes and pathways related to lipid and glycerophospholipid metabolism.
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February 2024 in “Diversity” African plants can treat hair issues and may help with diabetes.
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January 2015 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Chitosan nanoparticles improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The nutritional supplement improved hair density and reduced hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.