49 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.
47 citations,
April 2017 in “European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics” The new dutasteride formula can be applied to the skin, may promote hair growth, and has fewer side effects.
36 citations,
September 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
24 citations,
October 2018 in “JAAD Case Reports” A woman's eyelash regrowth was successful using tofacitinib solution for alopecia areata.
15 citations,
December 2016 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” The new cream with N-acetyl glucosamine didn't change skin color after 8 weeks.
7 citations,
December 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
2 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international” Fenugreek seed extract in a nanoparticle gel could be a promising new treatment for hair loss.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” The formulated gel is a promising treatment for alopecia areata.
November 2021 in “International journal of life science and pharma research” The new gel for psoriasis is effective, stable, and easy to apply.
263 citations,
February 2013 in “Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology” Polymeric nanoparticles show promise for treating skin diseases.
45 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of Microencapsulation” Chitosan microparticles improve minoxidil sulphate delivery, potentially reducing daily applications.
26 citations,
March 2014 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
13 citations,
June 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Topical finasteride helps regrow hair and reduce hair loss in men and women.
4 citations,
September 2015 in “Case Reports” A man fainted and felt unwell after using a strong hair growth product, but got better when he stopped using it.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Topical treatments can deliver active molecules to skin stem cells, potentially helping treat skin and hair disorders, including skin cancers and hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
1 citations,
January 2005 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concluded that various dermatological treatments have different effectiveness and side effects, with some causing irritation, allergic reactions, or systemic effects.
July 2024 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Topical treatments for hair loss can be effective but need careful safety evaluation.
40 citations,
January 2018 in “Pharmaceutics” Eucalyptol and oleic acid in nanoemulsions improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, potentially enhancing hair loss treatment.
22 citations,
November 2018 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” New physical methods like electrical currents, ultrasound, and microneedles show promise for improving drug delivery through the skin.
18 citations,
March 2014 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” New gel formulas without ethanol and propylene glycol, containing a minoxidil-methyl-β-cyclodextrin complex, have been created for treating hair loss.
January 2004 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
Proretinal nanoparticles are a safe and effective way to deliver retinal to the skin.
14 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis” January 2023 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Some herbal ingredients like linalool and tea tree oil have anti-dandruff properties and are safe for use in shampoos.
43 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Finasteride and minoxidil mix works better for hair growth than minoxidil alone, with similar safety.
19 citations,
May 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Minoxidil and finasteride are the best for non-scarring hair loss; more research is needed for scarring hair loss treatments.
63 citations,
May 2011 in “Clinical cancer research” The topical inhibitor CUR61414 was not effective in treating basal cell carcinoma in human trials.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” The new skin cream with FOL-005 safely promotes hair growth and is stable and user-friendly.
1 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of Medical Case Reports” Using minoxidil for hair loss might cause sudden vision loss, so use it with caution and monitor closely.