May 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers found that a shampoo containing caffeine and adenosine significantly altered the scalp microbiome and lipidome in subjects with hair loss over 12 weeks, which may suggest a role for these compounds in enhancing anti-hair loss processes.
March 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This article explores the role of ketoconazole shampoo in hair care beyond treating dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis, suggesting it may reduce hair shedding and chronic scalp inflammation, potentially complementing treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
January 2020 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This report describes a rare case of lipedematous alopecia in a young Caucasian man, a condition primarily seen in African-American females, presenting with specific scalp and histological characteristics.
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” This article reviews the relationship between scalp conditions and hair health, suggesting that shampoos with Malassezia inhibitory agents may help reduce premature hair loss, but it presents no new clinical results.
October 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this study, reducing agents like ammonium thioglycolate, L-cysteine, and sodium sulfite in shampoo effectively decreased hair flyaway and frizz without causing damage, as no critical hair damage was observed in structural and tensile strength assessments.
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May 2019 in “Cosmetics” This paper reviews the surface degradation of hair and describes how combining 18-MEA with specific surfactants can maintain hydrophobicity on bleached and weathered hair surfaces.
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November 2012 in “SLAS discovery” This study observed that certain herbal extracts may promote hair growth and inhibit hair loss in cell lines by affecting specific protein expressions similarly to minoxidil.
July 2024 in “Fitoterapia” This study found that Camellia oleifera seed shell polyphenols and 1,3,6-tri-O-galloylglucose improved androgenetic alopecia symptoms in mice by reducing DHT levels and activating specific hair growth pathways.
November 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” This study conducted in Rabat surveyed 100 individuals with afro-textured hair to identify plant-based treatments, finding twelve plant species purportedly effective in managing hair issues, with Ricinus communis, Cocos nucifera, and Aloe barbadensis being the most frequently cited.
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January 2017 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses in vitro methods for evaluating the effects of hair care products on hair fibers, reporting no new results; the authors emphasize the importance of selecting appropriate and accurate equipment for testing.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported that facial moisturizers marketed to women were significantly more expensive than similar products marketed to men, with an average difference of $3.09 per ounce.
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October 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study reported that the tested hair lotion significantly reduced hair loss and accelerated recovery in women with acute telogen effluvium compared to a mild shampoo alone.
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
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July 1965 in “Postgraduate medicine” This article reviews common dermatologic diseases and their treatments, suggesting that physicians can effectively manage these conditions using general medical knowledge, but it reports no new clinical results.
This article discusses conventional and alternative treatments for hair loss but presents no new findings, highlighting concerns about the unknown long-term effects of approved drugs.
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November 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review examines mechanical and chemical causes of hair fiber adhesion failure and fracture patterns in the cell membrane complex, but presents no new experimental results.
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January 2021 in “Therapeutic advances in infectious disease” This report describes a 9-year-old girl with a scalp kerion treated successfully with terbinafine and ketoconazole shampoo, leading to hair regrowth after two months.
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March 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reports a strong association between the MICA locus, specifically the MICA∗3-DR∗6-DQ6 haplotype, and Alopecia Areata in families.
July 2023 in “Al-Azhar Assiut Medical Journal” In this study, tinea capitis was identified as the most common cause of noncicatricial alopecia in children, followed by alopecia areata and marginal traction alopecia. Diagnosis using trichoscopy enhanced understanding by revealing specific hair and scalp disorder characteristics.
February 2022 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” This review discusses the classification and diagnosis of hair shaft disorders based on fragility and emphasizes preventive care due to the lack of specific treatments.
September 2015 in “SelfCare Journal” Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This article reviews lichen planopilaris, its presentation, and treatment challenges, and emphasizes the need for more research into its pathogenesis and therapy efficacy; it reports no new findings.
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January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article reviews the classification of hair shaft abnormalities, outlining their diagnostic features, but does not present new research findings.
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October 2014 in “PeerJ” This study found that while molecular hair structures were nearly identical across individuals, genetic factors seem to influence specific lipid compositions, as seen in identical-patterned hair from parent-child pairs and identical twins, but not fraternal twins.
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July 2009 in “Fitoterapia” This study found that C. obtusa oils promoted hair growth in shaved mice and increased the expression of a hair growth regulator, VEGF, in a cell line.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This review found topical ketoconazole to be highly effective against Malassezia-related skin conditions, though other treatments may outperform it for Tinea and Candida infections.
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August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
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January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” This case report describes a 9-year-old girl with pseudonits and highlights frequent challenges in correctly diagnosing this condition.
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January 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document says biodegradable cosmetics and packaging are better for the environment and user experience.
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July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat scarring hair loss conditions.