33 citations
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June 1995 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that minoxidil penetration through the skin increased with higher ethanol content and occlusion, with the highest penetration observed at 90% ethanol.
31 citations
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July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This article discusses the challenges and possible solutions in hair restoration surgery, focusing on donor hair availability, hair survival, and concealing surgical evidence, and reports no new clinical results.
20 citations
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December 1995 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Liposomes can make the antiandrogen RU 58841 more effective for skin application by reducing absorption, increasing skin retention, and targeting sebaceous structures.
5 citations
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March 2016 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” This report describes a case of refractory shock and pulmonary edema resulting from the accidental ingestion of topical minoxidil, highlighting a rare instance of poisoning.
January 2010 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Topical latanoprost and bimatoprost ophthalmic solutions don't help eyelash growth in patients with alopecia areata.
21 citations
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January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study reported that Ell-Cranell® alpha 0.025% solution significantly increased hair counts and diameter in Korean women with female pattern hair loss over an 8-month period, showing both efficacy and safety.
10 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that combining microneedling with 5% minoxidil improved hair growth in Chinese men with androgenetic alopecia, possibly through activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Analytical Letters” This study demonstrated that a flow injection method using potassium permanganate for detecting minoxidil provided accurate recoveries and agreed closely with HPLC results, showing potential for effective analysis of commercial samples.
2 citations
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December 2020 in “Phytomedicine plus” In this study, researchers found that taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana supplements for five days altered the urinary steroid profile in a way that may interfere with the steroidal module of the Athlete Biological Passport.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This study highlights the growing issue of hair loss around the world and explores the potential of using certain herbs, such as Ficus religiosa and coriander seeds, as natural treatments to promote hair growth and manage hair loss, particularly in India, with minimal side effects.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified the osteopontin-derived peptide, FOL-005, as a potential inhibitor of unwanted human hair growth by promoting catagen development without reducing stem cell numbers or showing toxicity.
January 2026 in “International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods” This review highlights recent advancements in understanding and treating alopecia, emphasizing genetic and immune factors involved in different forms, and discusses emerging therapies such as gene-editing and exosome-based treatments, though achieving complete hair regrowth remains a challenge.
81 citations
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September 2005 in “The American journal of pathology” This study found that activin affects both stromal cells and keratinocytes in skin morphogenesis and repair, with dose-dependent effects on keratinocytes demonstrated through transgenic mouse models.
5 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that combining topical finasteride with IPL + RF hair removal significantly reduced unwanted facial hair in women after six months compared to placebo.
2 citations
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November 2009 in “Korean journal of chemical engineering” This study found that the nonionic surfactant Brij 78 stabilized cationic minoxidil microparticles against aggregation, maintaining their substantivity in the presence of excess anionic surfactant.
This study observed that both intradermotherapy with 5% minoxidil and topical minoxidil application resulted in perceived improvements in hair density and thickness among patients with androgenetic alopecia, with no significant difference between the two groups.
July 2021 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” This study reported that using platelet-rich plasma as an intraoperative holding solution significantly improved hair density and follicular growth in hair restoration surgery for androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations
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December 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that using 3% hydrogen peroxide for surgical wound care during hair restoration did not significantly affect the survival rate of hair grafts compared to normal saline.
September 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that using 3% hydrogen peroxide for surgical wound care during hair restoration surgery did not significantly impact the survival rate of hair grafts compared to normal saline.
136 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study observed that autologous platelet-rich plasma treatment improved hair count and density in areas with androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo, with differing outcomes based on the PRP collection device used.
82 citations
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February 1989 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” This study found that in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia, a 3-month treatment with a long-acting GnRH agonist significantly reduced intraprostatic DHT and 3α-diol levels by about 90% and testosterone by about 75%.
21 citations
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January 2017 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” In this noninferiority study, researchers found that a 0.2% caffeine-based topical liquid was not less effective than 5% minoxidil solution in improving hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia over six months.
2 citations
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August 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study suggests that Lindera strychnifolia root extract may help restore a healthy microbial balance on the scalp in men with androgenetic alopecia after 83 days of treatment.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss is a common but often unreported side effect of cancer treatments, especially for breast and prostate cancers.
2 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study found that cationic vesicles enhanced minoxidil skin retention and in vivo hair growth efficacy compared to other formulation types due to electrostatic interactions with the skin.
January 2019 in “Applied Organometallic Chemistry” The compound (NH4)2Mn0.17Cu0.83Cl4.2H₂O has a specific structure, shows weak magnetism at low temperatures, and undergoes phase changes at high temperatures.
10 citations
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April 1995 in “Animal Science/Animal science” This study found that melatonin implants advanced the timing of the spring moult and increased hair follicle activity in adult cashmere goats, but had no significant effects on juvenile goats.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapies are accepted treatments for hair restoration, with specific protocols recommended for best results, but more standardization is needed in stem cell use.
122 citations
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October 2010 in “Clinica Chimica Acta” In this study, washing rhesus monkey hair with water or shampoo significantly reduced cortisol levels, suggesting potential underestimation of chronic stress hormone deposition in hair due to washing.
20 citations
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February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” This report discusses the potential of minoxidil for treating hair loss, spurred by early findings of hair regrowth in some patients, but emphasizes the need for further research to establish its safety and efficacy.