April 2013 in “Cancer Research” This study found that a botanical extract increased Bcl-2 levels and improved the anagen-to-telogen hair ratio in men with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting potential for managing chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies” In this case study, a 15-year-old girl with multiple trichoepitheliomas on her face saw a 90% reduction in lesions after combined cryotherapy and topical tretinoin treatment, with no scarring or recurrence over four years.
August 2023 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” This study reported that therapeutic make-up significantly improves the long-term quality of life for patients with facial dermatoses, showing a sustained benefit one year after application, particularly in younger patients.
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January 2016 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study found that plasma rich in growth factors was a safe and more effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia than topical minoxidil, showing greater improvements in hair growth phases.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This narrative review reports preliminary evidence suggesting that an integrative homeopathic approach, combining constitutional treatment with topical mother tinctures, may aid in healing and reducing inflammatory acne lesions, though larger trials are needed to confirm these effects.
July 2016 in “Cancer Research” This study developed a topical botanical lotion for managing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in cancer patients, reporting that it improved hair recovery times by 5-16 weeks, reduced inflammation, and enhanced scalp collagen levels with no observed side effects.
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January 2021 in “PLANT ARCHIVES” This study explores the development of a liposomal gel containing andrographolide from the plant Andrographis paniculata to potentially improve psoriasis management by enhancing drug delivery and reducing side effects of conventional treatments.
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.
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January 2023 in “Annals of Dermatology” This article provides new treatment guidelines for AA based on expert consensus while integrating regional healthcare variations, but it reports no new clinical results.
September 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In a pilot study examining potential treatments for androgenic alopecia, researchers reported that over four months, topical cetirizine 1% improved hair length but not other measures, while diclofenac 3% showed no significant effects, unlike minoxidil, which showed significant improvement across all measured variables.
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that topical calcipotriol lotion resulted in hair regrowth in 59.1% of alopecia areata patients, with better response observed in those with lower serum vitamin D levels.
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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that both 2% and 3% minoxidil resulted in a significant increase in hair counts for participants with androgenetic alopecia over 12 months.
December 2025 in “Dermatology Reports” This source describes vitiligo as a chronic condition marked by the loss of skin pigmentation and discusses leukotrichia, a feature affecting 10% to 60% of cases, which arises from melanocyte loss in hair follicles and appears as well-defined white patches on the skin.
This case report describes a 28-year-old woman who developed alopecia areata following prolonged emotional stress, with improvement observed using Minoxidil and stress management, but relapse occurred after another stressful period.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Biomedicine” In this review, researchers explored the potential of topical finasteride as an innovative treatment for male pattern hair loss, addressing the limitations of oral finasteride, such as side effects and inconsistent effectiveness.
September 2023 in “Cureus” This study reviewed early research on topical finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, finding it appears safe and promising, though further investigation is needed to determine optimal dosing, frequency, and potential applications for other types of alopecia.
April 2011 in “The FASEB Journal” This case study will explore Minoxidil's effectiveness and cost-efficiency in treating different types of baldness, without providing new clinical findings.
January 2011 in “The Internet Journal of Pharmacology” This paper reviews Minoxidil's use for baldness treatment but reports no new findings; it also raises questions on its efficacy, permanence, cost-effectiveness, demographic benefit, and potential adverse effects.
July 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” In this pilot study, a medical device gel with hyaluronic acid and hydrogen peroxide showed promising safety and clinical performance for treating folliculitis in adults, reducing lesion count and improving severity scores and quality of life over 8 weeks.
May 2026 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” New topical treatments and methods can help manage female pattern hair loss.
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December 2015 in “PubMed” This study found that intralesional triamcinolone was more effective than topical betamethasone for hair regrowth in patients with localized alopecia areata.
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June 1990 in “PubMed” This study in Chinese patients with male pattern baldness found that 2% minoxidil solution led to moderate hair growth in 22% of participants and was generally well-tolerated.
July 2026 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This study evaluated Finasteride-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers for topical use in treating androgenetic alopecia and found that these carriers offer sustained drug release and may reduce systemic side effects compared to oral administration.
May 2024 in “Medical Journal Armed Forces India/MJAFI” This study found that low-level light therapy was as effective as 5% minoxidil for increasing hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia over six months.
February 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” The authors provide an overview of using topical minoxidil to manage female pattern hair loss in Indian clinical practice, emphasizing its significance as the main treatment method.
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January 2019 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” This study found that certain off-label topical therapies, including prostaglandin analogs and polyphenols, improved hair restoration in men with androgenetic alopecia over placebo in the short term, though long-term effects are unknown.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that topical cetirizine 1% significantly improved hair density and diameter in patients with androgenetic alopecia, with patients tolerating the treatment well.
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April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” In this study of 35 patients with scalp alopecia areata, calcipotriol ointment led to faster and greater hair regrowth than clobetasol, though differences were not statistically significant.
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October 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This study reviewed the pharmacological properties of Priyaladi lepa, an Ayurvedic formulation, and reported its potential anti-dandruff benefits due to anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, anti-pruritic, antioxidant, and exfoliation effects, warranting further research for managing Darunaka (dandruff).
August 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In this study, the combination of low-level laser therapy and topical minoxidil was found to improve hair density and diameter more effectively than minoxidil alone in treating androgenic alopecia, with similar safety profiles observed in both groups.