In this case series, elderly patients with chronic pruritus reported substantial improvement after using a topical serum containing magnetized saline water, although more research is needed to confirm these results.
May 2023 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” This study reported that the novel topical serum REVIVV®, containing a blend of phytochemicals, significantly improved hair growth and reduced shedding in 150 participants with androgenetic alopecia after 8 weeks of use, while also being rated easy to use and prompting plans for continued use.
April 2022 in “Gugje bogeon mi-yong haghoeji” In this study conducted using an in vitro model with rabbits, researchers found that citral from lemongrass oil, especially at a 1% concentration, improved comedone erythema and tissue hyperplasia, suggesting its potential as a treatment for comedone acne.
August 2021 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” This study found that rubbing the skin increased caffeine permeation significantly, while rhododendrol showed no enhancement from rubbing, likely due to different distribution patterns in the skin layers.
April 2010 in “Reactions Weekly” A woman's hair loss was likely caused by a cream used for skin treatment and improved after she stopped using it.
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study reported that the compound (1R, 2S)-4-(2-cyano-cyclohexyl-oxy)-2-trifluoromethyl-benzonitrile effectively stimulated hair growth in mice and reduced sebum production in hamsters.
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August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that the compound EM-402 reduced 5α-reductase activity and sebaceous gland size in the flank organs and ears of hamsters, indicating potent localized anti-androgenic effects without systemic action.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article describes a preliminary study on the effects of topically applied minoxidil on hair growth in Skh-hairless-1 mice, but reports no new results.
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January 2022 in “Advances in animal and veterinary sciences” In this study, topically applying 2% ketoconazole cream twice daily for 21 days was found effective in treating dermatophytosis caused by Microsporum canis in cats, showing approximately 85% improvement in skin lesions and the disappearance of the fungi.
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December 2010 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” This study found that Polygoni multiflori Radix water extracts accelerated hair regrowth and hair follicle development in mice, showing a safer profile compared to minoxidil.
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews techniques for treating pseudofolliculitis barbae and suggests that combining daily shaving with topical treatments like glycolic acid may effectively manage this condition without new clinical results reported.
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.
April 2011 in “The FASEB Journal” In this study, aralia continentalis extract was observed to promote hair follicle development in mice through anagen progression, with the low dose being more effective than the high dose.
April 2007 in “한방재활의학과학회지” This study found that Saengbal-eum(Shengfa-yin) promoted hair regrowth in a mouse model similarly to 3% Minoxidil, with its effects potentially linked to EGF activity in hair roots.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that topical application of FK506 stimulated hair growth in animals, which may occur independently of its immunosuppressive effects, though its effect on human hair growth remains unclear.
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April 1986 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study with stumptailed macaques, topical minoxidil successfully induced hair regrowth on bald scalps and prevented baldness on non-bald scalps, with no observed side effects over nearly three years.
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May 2021 in “Plants” This study found that the n-hexane fraction from Leea indica leaves significantly increased hair growth in mice and showed potential as a natural treatment for alopecia.
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August 1985 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study found that subcutaneous injection of medroxyprogesterone acetate was more effective than intramuscular or topical treatments in reducing hair diameter for hirsute females.
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April 2017 in “Asian Journal of Psychiatry” This review discusses the role of histone deacetylases in hearing loss, proposing potential pharmacological interventions, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2015 This study found that a compound isolated from Aloe barbadensis Miller showed strong effects on hair follicle regeneration and hair growth in warfarin-induced alopecia in rats, suggesting potential as a minoxidil alternative.
August 2025 in “Scientia Plena” In this study on sheep, researchers found that 10% Aloe vera extract had satisfactory healing effects on skin wounds, demonstrating effective macroscopic and partially differing microscopic results compared to control groups after 22 days of treatment.
September 2017 in “World journal of Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences” In this study, researchers observed that a polyherbal ointment made from specific plant extracts significantly promoted hair growth in rats compared to ointments with single extracts, possibly due to the presence of flavonoids and tannins.
January 2017 in “Seoul National University Open Repository (Seoul National University)” This study found that the N-terminal fragment of AIMP1 enhances hair growth and proliferation of hair follicle stem cells in mice, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic peptide for hair loss treatment.
May 2015 in “Cancer Research” This study found that a new treatment candidate may effectively prevent and promote recovery from chemotherapy-induced alopecia by normalizing apoptosis and reducing inflammation in cancer patients.
September 2011 in “대한미용학회지” In this study, topical application of 5% bear oil on C57BL/6 mice accelerated hair regrowth and increased hair follicle depth and size more than 2% bear oil, minoxidil, or ethanol.
December 2010 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that Polygoni multiflori Radix water extracts stimulated hair growth and hair follicle development in mice, suggesting it may be safer than minoxidil.
July 2002 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews the effectiveness of laser technology and Eflornithine cream as modern methods for reducing unwanted hair growth and reports no new clinical results.
September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article is a reply to Dr. Greenwald and does not provide new clinical results.
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October 2021 in “Exploration of targeted anti-tumor therapy” This review describes oncotherapy-induced alopecia in patients receiving hormone therapy for hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer and concludes that topical hormones should not be used due to oncogenic potential.
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March 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses recent advances in understanding and treating alopecia areata, emphasizing the ongoing challenges and unmet needs in disease management; it reports no new clinical findings.