January 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Combining low-level laser therapy with topical corticosteroids effectively improved Lichen Planopilaris symptoms.
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August 2024 in “PubMed” The authors report that topical skincare products containing Coenzyme Q10 can replenish CoQ10 levels, enhance skin's energy metabolism, and reduce the depth of wrinkles by providing antioxidant effects, which may help reverse signs of aging related to oxidative stress.
October 2024 in “Cochrane library” This review examined evidence on non-systemic treatments for acne vulgaris and related skin complications, finding very low-certainty evidence that benzoyl peroxide may reduce lesion counts but may also increase the risk of minor adverse events, highlighting the need for higher-quality research for effective therapies.
March 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This clinical review evaluates current evidence on various adjunctive therapies for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting modest benefits for some interventions but emphasizing significant gaps and the need for rigorous, high-quality research to guide effective management strategies.
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January 2013 in “Cochrane library” This review found that infliximab, golimumab, and some forms of radiotherapy significantly improved nail psoriasis compared to controls, although they could have serious adverse effects and are not commonly used specifically for nail issues.
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April 2009 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” This protocol outlines a planned Cochrane Review assessing the effectiveness and safety of treatments for androgenic alopecia in women, reporting no new research findings.
January 2026 in “Microorganisms” In a DNFB-induced mouse model of atopic dermatitis, this study found that both topical and oral formulations of the probiotic Bifidobacterium animalis J12 improved AD symptoms through distinct mechanisms, with topical applications reducing local inflammation and oral administration enhancing gut microbiota and reducing systemic inflammation.
January 2024 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” This abstract discusses alopecia areata, highlighting its complex autoimmune pathogenesis involving immune cells and signaling molecules, and underscores the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored management strategies, noting the need for further research to improve treatments.
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December 1995 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report describes a patient with advanced androgenetic alopecia who underwent a 6-month trial of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, aiming to optimize hair regrowth without surgery.
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April 2008 in “Cochrane library” This review of interventions for alopecia areata found no significant treatment benefits for hair growth compared to placebo, indicating a need for larger, well-conducted studies.
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July 2019 in “Cochrane library” This review found that oral methotrexate plus oral prednisone may improve disease activity or damage in juvenile active morphea compared to placebo plus prednisone, but adverse events may slightly increase.
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August 2014 in “International journal of cancer” This study found that scalp cooling significantly reduced the risk of chemotherapy-induced alopecia in breast cancer patients, while topical minoxidil and other interventions did not show significant efficacy.
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May 2016 in “The Cochrane library” This review found that while topical minoxidil is effective for treating female pattern hair loss, finasteride showed no more effectiveness than placebo, and low-level laser therapy increased hair count but with inconsistent results.
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January 2017 in “JAMA Dermatology” This study found that topical minoxidil improved female pattern hair loss, finasteride was not more effective than placebo, and laser devices showed inconsistent results but increased hair count compared to baseline.
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February 2009 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” This review of randomized controlled trials for alopecia areata treatments found that none were significantly better than placebo in promoting long-term hair growth, with most trials being small and poorly reported.
August 2012 in “Journal of Evidence-based Medicine” This article discusses interventions for female pattern hair loss but provides no new research findings.
June 2012 in “Prescriber” Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats female pattern hair loss, but other treatments need more research.
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September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study introduces the "skinspan" framework to promote skin longevity through sun protection, topical retinoids, and antioxidants as first-line care. It suggests lasers and emerging therapies as additional options but emphasizes the need for more randomized controlled trials to solidify the evidence base.
This article reports the successful treatment of a Pitbull dog with chronic Flea Allergy Dermatitis using a combination of topical and oral therapies, resulting in complete recovery and hair regrowth.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that long-term imiquimod treatment on mice intensified skin inflammation early on, but topical corticosteroids significantly reduced skin infiltration and inflammatory cytokines after initial inflammation subsided.
January 2026 in “White Rose Research Online (University of Leeds, The University of Sheffield, University of York)” This study found that while patients with alopecia areata in Europe experienced substantial reductions in hair loss severity, only a few achieved and sustained a significant improvement in their condition.
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January 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Manage vitiligo with treatments, address emotions, and use camouflage techniques.
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May 2016 in “Deutsches Arzteblatt International” This review outlines various causes and manifestations of hair loss, highlighting that each type has distinct underlying mechanisms and requires specific treatment approaches, without reporting new clinical results.
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May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses neutrophil-associated and infiltrative scarring alopecias, as well as promising new treatments, but reports no new clinical results.
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October 2000 in “Dermatologic clinics” This review discusses the characteristics, impact, and management challenges of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting the need for further research and early detection strategies.
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June 2002 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This review discusses current treatments and management strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa, noting the mixed effectiveness of various therapies, including surgery, antibiotics, and hormonal treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
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November 2019 in “Phytotherapy Research” This study found that consuming 100 mg of pea sprout extract daily for 8 weeks significantly reduced hair loss in individuals experiencing excessive hair shedding.
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September 2024 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This review provides an overview of androgenetic alopecia, detailing its causes, diagnostic methods, and current treatments, noting that combination therapies show promise but newer options like cell-based treatments require more research.
June 2026 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review concluded that non-surgical hair restoration methods, such as pharmacologic and regenerative therapies, are important for delaying or supplementing surgical treatments when used properly.
March 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Early diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and support self-esteem in children with scarring alopecia.