4 citations,
February 2022 in “Frontiers in molecular biosciences” Chronic stress in mice changes skin metabolism and gene expression, leading to hair loss.
3 citations,
July 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Stress may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata by affecting immune responses and cell death in hair follicles.
3 citations,
June 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” During the COVID-19 pandemic, more people were diagnosed with stress-related skin conditions like acne and temporary hair loss.
3 citations,
January 2022 in “Neurotoxicity Research” Botulinum toxin may help reduce stress-related hair loss.
2 citations,
May 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Stress is likely causing hair loss in Formosan macaques.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” Taurine might help prevent hair loss caused by stress.
Hair can naturally regain color after greying, and this change may be linked to stress levels.
1 citations,
March 2019 in “Hair transplant forum international” Both hair transplant methods, FUE and FUT, show similar stress responses and growth abilities in hair cells.
1 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vδ1+ T-cells in the skin contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata and could be targeted for treatment.
1 citations,
March 2016 in “Health Communication” Health experts should not ignore their own health issues and seeking treatment is important for their well-being and work.
Stress significantly contributes to hair loss, especially in women and those aged 31-40.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” COVID-19 patients with hair loss experienced greater cognitive deficits and more symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.
COVID-19 patients with hair loss experienced more cognitive issues and these issues were linked to higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress.
June 2021 in “Pakistan Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” The study found no link between hair loss, stress, and smoking among men in Lahore.
March 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Stress likely causes hair loss in Formosan macaques.
January 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Stress can cause and worsen hair loss, so managing stress is important for better hair health.
October 2024 in “World Journal of Psychiatry” Stress worsens hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
July 2024 in “Medical Science Monitor” Women with type D personality and PCOS experience more stress and use less effective coping strategies.
July 2024 in “Occupational Medicine” Higher cortisol levels are linked to poor coping, while higher DHEA levels are linked to job confidence.
September 2023 in “Медицинский совет” Minoxidil effectively treats stress-induced non-scarring hair loss.
Scalp tonics are popular for stress-related hair loss, but minoxidil is used less due to side effects and inconvenience.
Neurosteroids help regulate oxytocin levels, especially during stress and pregnancy, to protect against premature labor.
March 2023 in “Journal of clinical pharmacy and therapeutics” Isoliensinine, a natural compound, prevents stress-related hair greying by blocking a specific receptor on hair cells.
October 2022 in “European heart journal” Higher stress levels were found about two weeks before a heart attack.
August 2022 in “Ad-Dawaa' Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. and Baccaurea racemosa extracts help hair growth.
August 2022 in “Revista de la Universidad Industrial de Santander/Salud UIS” Stress-related hair loss was reversed with a special medication.
August 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stress causes hair loss by making the body produce cortisol, which stops hair cells from growing.
Hair can naturally regain color, and stress might influence greying and its reversal.
December 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Stress can cause a type of hair loss in mice lacking the CCHCR1 gene.
March 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” Topical olive oil protects mice skin from harmful electromagnetic radiation.