June 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that a novel multi-compound Blend, tested on ex vivo human hair follicles, promotes hair growth by enhancing elastin deposition and dermal papilla inductivity more effectively than isopropyl cloprostenate, suggesting benefits through elastogenesis and modulation of Wnt signaling.
4 citations
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January 2013 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” This study found that VEGF expression and microvessel density in hair follicles of Liaoning cashmere goats follow a bimodal pattern correlated with hair development throughout the year.
December 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Traction alopecia reduces hair density and thickness; proper hair care can help prevent it.
8 citations
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July 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses key surgical techniques for optimal graft growth in hair transplantation and presents no new research findings.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article outlines the scope and content of the Dermatologic Surgery journal, providing an overview without reporting new research results.
6 citations
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study demonstrated that finasteride-loaded PLGA microspheres created using a novel microfluidic device exhibit extended drug release in beagle dogs, with modifications allowing for release up to 3 months.
4 citations
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November 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that the survival of transplanted transected hair follicles is related to the level of transection, but their growth at the recipient site is not satisfactory, leading to a recommendation against transplanting sectioned parts.
32 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study found that co-delivery of minoxidil and caffeine in transfersomes with an optimized polysorbate formulation enhanced hair length and weight in vivo.
9 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Controlled Release” This study found that applying controlled hypobaric stress to the skin significantly improved the in vitro and in vivo penetration of macromolecules, facilitating enhanced drug delivery.
31 citations
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May 2018 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” This article reviews lip reconstruction techniques after Mohs surgery, presenting an algorithm to aid decision-making based on defect location and tissue involvement, and reports no new clinical results.
15 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study observed hair regrowth and increased density in four cases of androgenetic alopecia treated with a non-ablative erbium glass fractional laser and topical finasteride, with no significant side effects reported.
June 2023 in “Yaghag hoeji” In this study involving rat vibrissa follicles, U. japonica extract was found to enhance hair growth by increasing dermal papilla cell proliferation and accelerating the anagen phase but did not inhibit 5α-reductase activity, which is linked to androgenetic alopecia.
23 citations
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May 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews autologous cell therapy for facial wrinkles, detailing the use of LaViv and its adverse events, but reports no new clinical results.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study observed that in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, treatments with LTF, 5% minoxidil, and LTF-DPC-EXO significantly promoted hair regeneration compared to the model group, potentially through modulation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
6 citations
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November 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” This review highlights recent progress in hair restoration, particularly in increasing the number of grafts that can be used, but it presents no new experimental findings.
17 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” In this study, once-daily treatment with bimatoprost 0.03% solution significantly increased eyelash growth, thickness, and darkness in patients with chemotherapy-induced eyelash loss compared to placebo, and was well tolerated over one year.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Archives of clinical and medical case reports” Combining FUE hair transplantation with PRP improves hair density and patient satisfaction in scarring alopecia.
12 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma may effectively increase hair follicle numbers in men with androgenetic alopecia, but changes in hair thickness plateaued after the second injection.
This study reviews existing literature on regenerative therapy for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting that integrating growth factors, biotin, D-pantenol, and other active ingredients using the Vittahair protocol may enhance hair follicle regeneration, increase hair density, and improve hair quality, providing a precise and evidence-based treatment alternative.
July 2014 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Applying valproic acid on the scalp increased hair growth in men with hair loss.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” May 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a nutritional supplement containing millet extract, pantothenic acid, L-cystine, and biotin significantly increased hair density, improved hair growth and appearance, and reduced hair loss by 59% in 112 healthy subjects with light diffuse hair loss over 12 weeks.
18 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of Advanced Research” This study demonstrated that a new biomimetic tissue engineering strategy using DP spheroids with vascularization significantly restored the hair-inducing properties of dermal papilla cells compared to traditional 3D cultures.
In this study, microneedling radiofrequency followed by topical exosome application was associated with significant increases in hair density and diameter, showing promising potential as a therapy for pattern hair loss.
May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This journal overview highlights the expansive coverage of cosmetic and reconstructive skin surgery, but reports no new research findings.
August 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that using the new elliptograft punch in hair transplantation resulted in excellent hair density and aesthetic improvement, with high patient satisfaction compared to standard techniques.
December 2024 in “Medical alphabet” This study concludes that a combined therapy of erbium laser, transcutaneous laser blood irradiation, and minoxidil had the greatest impact on improving microcirculation efficiency in patients with diffuse telogen effluvium.
23 citations
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November 2017 in “Stem cell investigation” This study found that platelet lysate produced higher follicular regeneration in hair restoration surgeries compared to activated PRP and saline, with significant gains in both follicular unit and hair density.
January 2014 in “Plastic Surgery” In this study, the authors describe a new technique using the Ventralex hernia patch for simultaneous umbilical hernia repair during abdominoplasty, observing its application in 11 female patients.
36 citations
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July 2022 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study concluded that using adipose tissue-derived stromal vascular fraction significantly improved acne scars by increasing collagen content and skin thickness compared to nanofat alone.