55 citations,
October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
26 citations,
August 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Hair loss in cancer patients can be related to the cancer itself, treatment, or other conditions, and understanding it is important for diagnosis and patient care.
17 citations,
June 2021 in “Molecules” Melatonin-loaded nanocarriers improve melatonin delivery and effectiveness for various medical treatments.
8 citations,
November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” LED light therapy is effective for skin and hair treatments but requires careful use to minimize risks.
December 2021 in “The Sri Lanka Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, including rashes and lesions.
4 citations,
December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Zinc is crucial for skin health and treating various skin disorders.
4 citations,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Zinc is important for skin health, and supplements can help treat various skin and hair disorders, but more research is needed for conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Microneedling improves skin and hair conditions by enhancing treatment absorption and stimulating growth factors.
December 2023 in “Melatonin research” Nanocarriers make melatonin more effective and reduce side effects.
96 citations,
September 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
31 citations,
August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
4 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of dermatology & dermatologic surgery” There is no gold standard treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa due to insufficient evidence.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil rejuvenates hair follicles and reduces aging signs in male pattern baldness.
February 2024 in “Cosmoderma” Low-dose oral minoxidil can help treat male and female pattern hair loss, especially in those who can't use topical treatments or have heart health issues.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth and has anti-aging effects on hair follicles.
309 citations,
May 1993 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Horizontal scalp biopsy sections effectively diagnose and predict MPAA, with follicular density and inflammation impacting hair regrowth.
April 2013 in “Cancer Research” A botanical extract was found to be a safe treatment that may prevent hair loss in chemotherapy patients.
July 2022 in “http://isrctn.com/” Adding a cosmetic gel with caffeine, taurine, and growth factors to standard hair loss treatments could improve results.
August 2023 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Minoxidil users may experience hair discoloration, especially with long-term use and a family history of gray hair.
January 2014 in “American Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences” Minoxidil, originally a blood pressure medication, is effective in treating hair loss in men and women, with different strengths recommended for each.
7 citations,
June 2021 in “Trends in Food Science and Technology” Western diet may cause male pattern baldness; low glycemic diet with magnesium could help.
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
7 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” A new anti-baldness patch effectively treats hair loss by blocking enzymes linked to the condition.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A botanical extract may help manage hair loss from chemotherapy by preventing cell death in hair follicles.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Adipose Stem Cell-derived Exosomes (ASCE) could potentially be used for hair loss treatment and scalp rejuvenation, as they have shown to increase hair length, thickness, and count, and improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.
August 2006 in “Experimental dermatology” New treatments targeting insulin, blood flow, and inflammation could improve hormone-related hair conditions with fewer side effects.
35 citations,
May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
32 citations,
August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
30 citations,
January 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a hair loss condition often confused with other types, requiring early treatment but usually not resulting in significant hair regrowth.
7 citations,
September 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Hair transplantation for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may work if done after the disease is inactive for 2 years and with ongoing treatment after surgery.