2 citations
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study observed that the biophysical properties of hair in Caucasian females with brown hair significantly change with age, and smoking or being overweight was linked to smaller hair cross-sectional areas.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study developed and initially validated the Scale of Alopecia Areata Distress (SAAD), a 41-item tool designed to measure psychosocial distress among US adults with alopecia areata.
61 citations
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study analyzed changes in hair diameter and density with age in Caucasian women, highlighting variations in perception of hair amount over time.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the impact of age-related hair changes on perceived attractiveness and self-perception, emphasizing the need for holistic anti-aging consultations that include hair preservation strategies.
2 citations
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July 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers found that differences between self-ratings and assessor ratings of facial appearance vary by age and ethnicity, and these discrepancies, along with assessor ratings of skin features, are predictive of menopausal status across ethnic groups.
January 2026 in “Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, rosemary was found to be a common hair care choice among adults in Saudi Arabia, with users reporting mixed perceptions of benefits and side effects; age and prior hair loss treatment use influenced these self-reported outcomes.
10 citations
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” This review summarizes evidence indicating that body image issues in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should be addressed with the same importance as physical symptoms like pain and disability.
11 citations
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August 2017 in “Supportive care in cancer” This study highlights the significant impact of eyebrow and eyelash loss during chemotherapy on women's quality of life, noting both emotional and physical challenges.
January 2025 in “Trepo - Institutional Repository of Tampere University” Alopecia areata significantly harms women's self-image, causing reduced confidence and social isolation.
22 citations
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December 2011 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the spectrum of unwanted facial hair in women and outlines a holistic treatment approach, emphasizing tailored regimens that address individual needs and causative factors, but provides no new clinical results.
May 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Patient-reported hair improvements align with actual hair density changes, not hair width.
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.
July 2026 in “Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology” This study explored postpartum body image and menstruation experiences among 11 UK mothers, identifying themes of body dissatisfaction and the stress of resumed menstruation, while highlighting the need for better healthcare support and the positive role of reframing body perceptions towards functionality.
10 citations
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May 2007 in “PubMed” This study found that 1% topical minoxidil significantly increased hair count and improved hair growth perception among Japanese women with androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo.
8 citations
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November 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study among Indian patients who underwent cosmetic procedures found that these treatments generally improved their interpersonal relationships with family and peers, with a noted gender difference in perceptions of facial image.
25 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study observed significant differences in hair care practices and biologic hair parameters between Caucasian and African American women, which may contribute to varying hair fragility and growth.
21 citations
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July 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology” This review discusses the clinical use of nutraceuticals for skin aging in dermatological practices and reports no new clinical results.
October 2018 in “Oncology Times” This commentary discusses the cultural and biological significance of hair, intertwined with humorous and poignant anecdotes from cancer care, and reports no new research findings.
4 citations
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July 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found no significant difference in psychological stress between males with and without androgenetic alopecia. Social and cultural factors might influence perceptions of alopecia's impact.
3 citations
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February 2019 in “The European Research Journal” In this study, self-esteem, body image, and sexual function in women significantly improved after total laser pubic hair removal.
January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study found that younger, unmarried individuals under 40, especially women, experienced significant anxiety and depression due to androgenetic alopecia, impacting their psychological well-being and self-perception.
340 citations
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September 2014 in “PLOS Genetics” This study found that while genetic ancestry affects physical appearance traits in Latin American populations, it accounts for only a modest portion of the observed variation.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “STARS (University of Central Florida)” This study found that men receiving negative appearance-related commentary are more likely to experience negative psychological outcomes, while positive feedback tends to lead to better outcomes despite encouraging appearance-change behaviors.
August 2025 in “Frontiers in Public Health” This study in Ramgati, Bangladesh, found that coastal residents perceive extreme temperatures and high water salinity from climate change as causing various health issues, including heat-related illnesses and maternal health problems, with older individuals and those perceiving a higher risk more affected.
January 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this study, Brazilian postmenopausal women reported that menopause significantly deteriorates the quality of their skin, nails, and hair, negatively affecting self-esteem and quality of life, with a need for better understanding of hormone replacement therapy's dermatological effects.
24 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This article discusses using cosmetic hair products alongside medical treatments for hair conditions to enhance patient self-esteem and quality of life, without reporting new clinical results.
2 citations
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September 2016 in “Springer eBooks” This article discusses how the brain's neural circuits evaluate skin aging to judge social standing and suggests that people often attempt to deceive themselves and others about their true age.
8 citations
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March 2019 in “Progress in Human Geography” This paper explores how hair functions as a geographical lens to redefine the body's borders, influencing perceptions of identity and power.
74 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” This study reported that men with more significant hair loss experience greater negative psychosocial effects, particularly noticeable in younger age groups.
19 citations
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January 2001 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics” This review discusses the perceptions of male pattern baldness by strangers and explores the sociocultural aspects of hair and hair loss but reports no new results.