2 citations
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January 1995 in “Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakaishi/Journal of S C C./Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakai kaishi” This study found that treating permed hair with diethylene glycol monoethylether significantly reduced the formation of split ends, making it similar to untreated normal hair in terms of split ends generation.
3 citations
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June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article presents a rationale for using a combination of follicular units and slit grafts in hair transplanting and reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “JPRAS Open” This study found that the hole technique for creating recipient sites in hair transplantation is both rapid and effective, significantly reducing the creation time compared to the commonly used slit technique.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This study reports that the candle flame technique "velaterapia," popular in Brazil for addressing split ends, can damage hair fibers due to bubble formation at high temperatures, despite thermal protectors providing some cuticle protection.
June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” In this self-controlled comparative study of 16 women with Female Pattern Hair Loss, MMP® with Minoxidil showed a better response in the parietal-vertex regions in less advanced cases compared to standard Minoxidil treatment, though overall effectiveness was similar.
1 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” In this study, nanostructured lipid carriers for hair split-end repair showed similar efficacy regardless of charge, with negatively charged carriers exhibiting better stability over six months compared to positively charged ones.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” This study found that platelet-rich plasma prepared using a double-spin method may be more effective for treating female pattern hair loss than single-spin PRP, although VEGF concentration was unaffected by either preparation method.
November 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This study outlines a randomized trial investigating the effects of botulinum toxin administered before hair transplantation to potentially improve outcomes by enhancing blood flow and reducing graft failure due to ischemia in androgenetic alopecia patients.
September 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that patients with severe alopecia areata show varied regrowth timelines with baricitinib, and those with the most severe cases may still experience delayed but eventual improvement.
25 citations
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June 2018 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study found that combining fractional radiofrequency microneedling with 5% topical minoxidil improved hair count and thickness more than minoxidil alone in Chinese men with male pattern hair loss.
July 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery” In this guide, the authors describe a scalp incision technique that minimizes damage to hair follicles and results in barely noticeable scars in hair-bearing areas.
5 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This paper suggests that using semiconical blades and coronal slits in hair transplantation may reduce vascular damage compared to other techniques, potentially offering optimal slit creation.
5 citations
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January 1991 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study found that topical CyA led to hair growth on human scalp skin grafts in nude mice, supporting its potential benefits for hair growth.
December 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This registered trial will investigate whether preoperative botulinum toxin can improve hair transplantation outcomes by enhancing blood flow and reducing ischemia in the scalp.
July 2023 in “Nature Reviews Chemistry” A new method strengthens hair without using harmful chemicals.
December 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This article outlines a randomized trial to evaluate whether preoperative botulinum toxin administration can improve hair transplantation outcomes by reducing ischemia-induced graft failure.
November 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This study outlines a randomized trial to assess if administering botulinum toxin before hair transplantation can improve outcomes by enhancing blood flow and reducing ischemia-induced graft failure in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
November 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This study explores the hypothesis that preoperative administration of botulinum toxin could enhance hair transplantation outcomes by improving scalp microenvironment and reducing ischemia-induced graft failure, using a randomized split-scalp controlled trial design.
March 2023 in “Cosmetics” This study found that both traditional and "in-motion" IPL techniques achieved similar hair removal results, but the "in-motion" method may offer reduced pain during the procedure.
March 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Among individuals with skin types II and III, this study found the 755 nm laser more effective for axillary hair removal than the dual-wavelength laser, with a better safety profile and enduring results up to 12 months.
4 citations
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August 2015 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study concluded that both low and incremental radiant exposures of diode lasers produced similar hair reduction and patient satisfaction, but low radiant exposure was less painful and better tolerated.
21 citations
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January 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This study concluded that 12 sessions of fractionated thulium laser treatment improved hair density and thickness in patients with pattern hair loss, with further benefits from adding a growth factor solution post-treatment.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma had limited efficacy in treating alopecia areata but may help restore immune balance in the affected areas.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that trichoscopy is a useful tool in differentiating between alopecia areta and trichotillomania on the eyebrows based on distinct hair and follicle features.
16 citations
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January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this study, trichoscopic features aiding differential diagnosis of alopecia in Korean patients were found to be similar to those in Caucasians, but pigment pattern frequencies differed due to racial characteristics.
15 citations
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January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” This report describes a classic case of bubble hair, an acquired hair shaft abnormality, in a 22-year-old woman after using a hot iron on wet hair.
7 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that chemical hair straightening significantly reduced hair curl and improved smoothness and shine, but did not significantly affect transverse fissures or split ends, indicating potential benefits with some side effects.
2 citations
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March 1977 in “Journal of animal science/Journal of animal science ... and ASAS reference compendium” This study found that mink pelts with "singe" and "red hip" defects often exhibit split hair tips and altered cuticle structures, which may contribute to their undesired metallic sheen.
May 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, researchers prepared and evaluated a herbal hair oil using various plant parts, reporting that the oil met all tested parameters and suggested benefits such as promoting hair growth and preventing dandruff, offering an alternative to chemical products.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study describes the development of an herbal hair oil using thirteen ingredients to address various hair problems like baldness, dandruff, and hair damage, although the abstract does not report results or evaluate efficacy.