22 citations
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May 2012 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article reviews the lack of major breakthroughs and limited therapeutic options for extensive hair loss, emphasizing the need to address its psychological impact; it reports no new clinical results.
May 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks” According to this source, wigs and hair prosthetics can enhance social confidence and quality of life for patients with alopecia, especially when other treatments fall short aesthetically, but care is needed to prevent issues like traction alopecia and contact dermatitis.
36 citations
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August 2012 in “Dermatology online journal” This review discusses methods to hide or reduce the appearance of hair loss using hair prostheses and camouflaging agents, and reports no new clinical results.
218 citations
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This updated guideline from the British Association of Dermatologists discusses current recommendations for managing alopecia areata but reports no new clinical research findings.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This review discusses synthetic and nonsynthetic wigs for alopecia and reports no new results; it aims to inform physicians on advising patients about available wig options.
19 citations
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May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article discusses various options for camouflaging hair loss involving the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes, and reports no new clinical findings.
April 1981 in “Postgraduate Medicine” This article reviews surgical hair replacement techniques for bald patients dissatisfied with hairpieces and reports that various options provide good results with minimal side effects, emphasizing the importance of frontal area design for a natural appearance.
This literature review found a lack of scientific studies on whether apple cider vinegar rinses can reduce carcinogenic exposure from synthetic hair extensions, indicating a need for future research to explore this potential intervention.
February 2020 in “Our Dermatology Online” A synthetic drug and a South American herb may help treat alopecia areata in Chinese men.
15 citations
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January 2018 in “Annals of Dermatology” Wigs significantly improve the well-being of people with severe hair loss.
8 citations
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September 2004 in “Contact dermatitis” Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.
2 citations
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March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that using an overnight peel treatment for 3 months increased wrinkle spacing, leading to an average reduction in wrinkles of 39% in 67% of participants.
12 citations
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March 1982 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This review discusses various methods to conceal hair loss, such as wigs and hair transplants, and reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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January 1966 in “Economic botany” Plant-based ingredients in hair care are being replaced by synthetic alternatives.
15 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This review discusses various methods to conceal hair loss, such as wigs and hair transplants, and reports no new clinical results; the authors evaluate each option's pros and cons.
15 citations
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March 2014 in “Body Image” This paper explores the social challenges individuals with medical hair loss face when using wigs, highlighting the complex identity management involved and the social obligations to disclose wig use to close ones.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this review, the authors explore how wigs can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with alopecia areata by providing emotional benefits and serving as a coping mechanism for hair loss, while also addressing economic considerations and potential barriers to their use.
The guide suggests using keratin fibers and wigs to help hair look thicker or hide hair loss.
9 citations
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February 2005 in “The Journal of Men's Health & Gender” This article reviews treatment options for male androgenetic alopecia, including their distinct aims of arresting progression, stimulating regrowth, and concealing hair loss, and reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” This article discusses autoimmune-associated alopecia areata, highlighting its psychological and social impact, but reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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January 2009 in “CRC Press eBooks” This chapter discusses the increasing prevalence of overactive bladder in aging men, examining potential causes and treatment options, without reporting new clinical results.
44 citations
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November 2010 in “Current Opinion in Supportive and Palliative Care” This review discusses interventions for chemotherapy-induced hair loss and reports no new clinical results; scalp cooling and nutritional support are considered potential strategies but not yet substantiated.
January 2026 in “British Journal of Health Psychology” This review highlights the significant impact of alopecia on personal identity and social interactions, emphasizing the need for personalized, non-pharmacological interventions and improved collaboration in healthcare training to better support those with appearance-altering conditions.
October 2023 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” This study observed that while hair camouflage techniques can boost confidence and reduce stigma for Black women with alopecia, they can also contribute to further hair damage; clinicians should consider safer styling practices as part of individualized care strategies.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Cancers” This paper reviews various causes of alopecia in cancer patients and highlights the importance of understanding these mechanisms for effective management, but reports no new findings.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses the causes, associated conditions, and treatment options for alopecia areata, such as corticosteroids and wigs, but reports no new clinical findings.
August 2023 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” In this study, a case of a 70-year-old woman with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia showed that using a high-quality hair prosthesis improved her quality of life and mood, as measured by PHQ-9 and Skindex-29 scores, though such wigs are rarely covered by insurance.
March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and drug research” In this review, the authors explored current and novel treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting both FDA-approved pharmacologic treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and various non-pharmacologic and surgical methods, including hair transplantation and scalp micro-pigmentation.
July 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document reviews key historical figures and discoveries in dermatology.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” In this study of a Colombian sample, the researchers found that while sex, alopecia location, and symptoms aligned with global reports, age at presentation, tobacco use, and use of wigs and dyes were different from those noted in other countries.