41 citations,
November 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
39 citations,
September 2011 in “Tissue Engineering Part B-reviews” Hair follicle regeneration in skin grafts may be possible using stem cells and tissue engineering.
36 citations,
July 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” Skin and hair can regenerate after injury due to changes in gene activity, with potential links to how cancer spreads. Future research should focus on how new hair follicles form and the processes that trigger their creation.
34 citations,
October 2012 in “Journal of Dermatology” Growth factors and microneedle therapy increase hair density in women with hair loss.
33 citations,
June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
30 citations,
July 2017 in “BioEssays” Activating NRF2 might help treat hair disorders by improving antioxidant defenses.
30 citations,
March 2017 in “ACS biomaterials science & engineering” Hair follicles are valuable for regenerative medicine and wound healing.
30 citations,
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.
29 citations,
March 2008 in “Postcolonial Studies” The article concludes that the global hair trade is exploitative and reflects complex cultural and economic issues.
25 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
24 citations,
January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
22 citations,
June 2002 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
22 citations,
December 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A new storage solution may increase hair transplant graft survival.
21 citations,
August 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Low-level light therapy may help hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
20 citations,
April 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser therapy helped new hair grow in scarred skin for three patients.
20 citations,
January 2003 in “Journal of oleo science” Chemical treatments and daily stresses damage hair, especially the cuticle layer.
20 citations,
September 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by factors like genetics and nutrition, and more research is needed to understand hair loss and growth mechanisms.
18 citations,
August 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP therapy may increase hair density in pattern hair loss without serious side effects, but more research is needed.
18 citations,
January 2019 in “Animal Biotechnology” A newly found RNA in Cashmere goats may play a role in hair growth and development.
18 citations,
December 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Hair follicle stem cells are promising for wound healing but require more research for safe clinical use.
18 citations,
March 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
17 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
17 citations,
May 2014 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology” 7-Phloroeckol from brown algae may help hair grow.
17 citations,
February 2013 in “PLOS ONE” 6-Gingerol, found in ginger, may slow down hair growth and could be used for hair removal.
17 citations,
October 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Successful surgical hair restoration requires careful planning, precise execution, and proper aftercare, using techniques like follicular unit transplantation and correct hair angling for best cosmetic results.
16 citations,
April 2017 in “ACM Transactions on Graphics” Light scatters differently from elliptical hair fibers than from circular ones, and a new model better predicts this behavior, especially for shiny highlights.
16 citations,
April 2015 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Using a fractional laser can stimulate hair growth, but the intensity and duration of inflammation are crucial. Too much can cause ulcers and scarring. Lower beam energy and fewer treatments are recommended to avoid damage.
16 citations,
December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
15 citations,
July 2004 in “Journal of morphology” Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
14 citations,
September 2020 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” The hair serum significantly improved hair growth and reduced hair fall without causing any skin issues.