5 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” Injecting platelet-rich plasma or applying it with a laser or microneedling can treat hair loss effectively. The laser and microneedling methods cause less pain.
5 citations,
November 2007 in “British journal of nursing” Nurses should treat emollients as medications, understanding their use and effects for treating skin conditions.
5 citations,
October 1993 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical minoxidil is effective and safe for hair regrowth in Middle Eastern men with early baldness, with better results in younger patients and certain types of baldness.
4 citations,
June 2013 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Minoxidil improved rat skin flap survival but was less effective than surgical methods.
Topical valproate can effectively promote hair growth.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lipid nanoparticles improve drug delivery through the skin, offering stability, controlled release, and better compatibility with skin.
2 citations,
November 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” JetPeel-assisted minoxidil improves hair density and thickness more than minoxidil alone.
1 citations,
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SM04554 may increase hair growth as a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
December 2019 in “Drug Analytical Research” Magistral pharmacies had issues with production quality and dosage accuracy.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SB414 may be an effective treatment for atopic dermatitis by reducing swelling and bacterial infection.
January 2018 in “Sohag Medical Journal” Combining topical dutasteride with microneedling is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone.
13 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
April 2021 in “HIV & AIDS Review” Glycyrrhizinic acid spray showed limited effectiveness in treating anogenital warts in HIV patients with low CD4 levels.
39 citations,
August 2008 in “Growth hormone & IGF research” Raspberry ketone may help grow hair and improve skin elasticity.
28 citations,
October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Combining electrodynamic microneedle with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in Chinese men.
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.
5 citations,
January 2019 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” Some off-label treatments increase hair density, but long-term safety unknown.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SIG-1451 could be a promising new treatment for atopic dermatitis.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SM04755 may be an effective topical treatment for psoriasis.
32 citations,
November 2004 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Different tea tree oil mixtures absorb into hair follicles at varying levels, with microemulsion being the most effective.
19 citations,
November 2017 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” A new gel containing minoxidil can treat hair loss effectively, potentially reducing side effects and improving treatment.
January 2011 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Tretinoin gel is safe for sun exposure, but tacalcitol doesn't significantly improve non-segmental vitiligo.
21 citations,
January 2007 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” The laser effectively removes hair for skin types IV and V but is less effective for type VI.
7 citations,
January 2021 in “Cureus” A woman had an allergic skin reaction to a hair loss treatment containing minoxidil and should not use it.
6 citations,
November 2020 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Combining minoxidil and fibroblast growth factor is more effective for treating male hair loss than using either alone.
5 citations,
July 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Sunscreen spray on the scalp may be linked to a type of scarring hair loss.
January 2024 in “JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics” TH07 treatment is promising for hair growth, with higher satisfaction in males.
March 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Spironolactone can effectively treat hair loss with manageable side effects.
110 citations,
August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
15 citations,
May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.