6 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, patients with androgenic alopecia who underwent 10 sessions of 1540-nm fractional erbium glass laser treatment over 5 months experienced significant improvements in hair density and thickness, with no major safety concerns reported.
April 2026 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review presents a comprehensive evaluation of eleven traditional herbs, detailing their phytochemical properties, mechanisms, pharmacokinetics, and potential roles in managing alopecia, positioning them as holistic alternatives to conventional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
9 citations
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January 2019 in “Dermatology Online Journal” In this study, researchers suggest that laser-assisted drug delivery could enhance the administration of platelet-rich plasma, and potentially bimatoprost or minoxidil, for patients with androgenetic alopecia by ensuring uniform placement in the dermis without injection pain.
June 2026 in “Dermatologic Clinics” January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that combining ablative fractional CO2 laser treatment with topical minoxidil significantly improved frontal hairline regrowth and patient satisfaction in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to using minoxidil alone, without serious adverse effects.
April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” In this study, the combination of CO2 fractional laser therapy with Bimatoprost 0.03% was found to be more effective in promoting hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata patients than laser therapy alone, with higher response rates and minimal adverse effects reported.
January 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In this reported case, a 13-year-old boy with alopecia areata experienced complete lesion resolution and varied hair regrowth across different laser treatment parameters after three months of combined oral prednisone, topical ointment, and CO2 fractional laser therapy.
April 2024 in “Expert opinion on emerging drugs” In this research review, the authors note that while topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are FDA-approved treatments for male androgenetic alopecia, some patients experience inadequate responses or side effects, prompting exploration of alternative therapies like newer 5-α reductase inhibitors and androgen receptor antagonists.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported that the 1565 nm non-ablative fractional laser treatment significantly improved various hair growth indices in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to 5% minoxidil, demonstrating its superior clinical efficacy and safety for treating this condition.
March 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” In this study, eight Chinese patients with alopecia areata showed hair regrowth following combination therapy with a nonablative laser and topical minoxidil, with most patients not experiencing relapse after one year, suggesting a promising alternative treatment without significant side effects.
In this study, collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, and macrophages did not show remarkable changes in androgenic alopecia patients' scalp tissues after treatment with 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser, despite improved hair regrowth.
The 1540nm fractional erbium-glass laser helps treat hair loss caused by hormones.
October 2022 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” This study observed that both PRP and 1550 nm fractional erbium-glass laser improved AGA, with greater hair density in patients receiving the combination therapy and no side effects reported.
June 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Laser treatment shows promise for hair growth, but needs further research.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that 1550-nm Er:Glass fractional laser treatment significantly increased hair density and shaft diameter in patients with androgenetic alopecia, though the mechanism may not involve Wnt10A or IGF-1 expression.
January 2025 in “MEDS Chinese Medicine” This article reviews the pathogenesis and treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia, examining both Western medical approaches and Traditional Chinese Medicine, including herbal remedies and acupuncture, to offer insights that may aid in clinical decision-making for managing this condition.
15 citations
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July 2019 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” This study found that 1,540 nm fractional erbium-glass laser treatment combined with topical minoxidil significantly increased hair regrowth in alopecia areata patches compared to minoxidil alone, with response rates of 60% versus 16%, though the long-term effects remain unknown.
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that 1,550-nm Er:Glass fractional laser treatment increased hair density and shaft diameter in patients with androgenetic alopecia, but did not up-regulate Wnt10A and IGF-1 mRNA expression.
April 2024 in “European Journal of Dermatology” This study suggests that the PPP2R3C gene may confer susceptibility to psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis vulgaris in Chinese patients, with additional possible associations involving IL-23R, ERN1, IFIH1, and KIF3A genes.
January 2019 in “Clinical Dermatology Open Access Journal” This report describes two cases of extensive alopecia areata successfully treated with a combination of intralesional corticosteroids and fractionated laser, suggesting the potential of laser treatment to promote hair regrowth.
February 2023 in “Medicine in novel technology and devices” This study found that microneedle delivery of Polygonum multiflorum extract led to earlier pigmentation and hair regrowth in mice with androgenetic alopecia.
Using a specific laser and platelet-rich plasma together can effectively improve hair thickness and density in men with hair loss, without serious side effects.
March 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Discount pharmacies offer cheaper options for hair loss medications than traditional or direct-to-consumer pharmacies.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that baricitinib, a Janus kinase inhibitor, was more effective than traditional treatments for severe alopecia areata, with higher rates of significant hair regrowth after 6 months, despite mild-to-moderate side effects and some instances of weight gain.
June 2024 in “Journal of the Mississippi State Medical Association” October 2025 in “Phytochemistry Letters” September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” August 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This letter discusses the use of the 2940 nm Er: YAG fractional laser for male androgenetic alopecia but provides no new clinical findings.
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, the authors evaluated 200 Egyptian children with focal non-cicatricial alopecia, finding that alopecia areata (42%) and tinea capitis (40.5%) were the most prevalent causes. Trichoscopy identified unique features for each condition, enhancing diagnosis and management.