January 2007 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” In this study, licorice was found to significantly increase VEGF protein synthesis and mRNA expression in human dermal papilla cells, which may promote hair growth.
January 2023 in “Applied sciences” This study suggests that Equisetum debile extracts, particularly the ethyl acetate fraction, may offer natural cosmeceutical benefits for treating hyperpigmentation, delaying skin aging, and remediating hair loss due to androgenic alopecia.
In this in vitro study, Yifa Compound Prescription was reported to enhance human hair follicle growth and increase VEGF mRNA expression compared to blank serum.
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May 2019 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study found that vismodegib was effective in treating basal cell carcinoma, achieving complete remission in some patients; however, significant side effects often required careful management to prevent therapy suspension, which can lead to resistance.
January 2005 in “Di-san junyi daxue xuebao” This study found that VEGF significantly promoted hair follicle growth and regeneration in mice with scleroderma.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case study reports that a 30-year-old woman with persistent hair fall experienced marked improvement following leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana) performed according to classical Ayurvedic protocols.
May 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this phase 3 clinical trial, participants taking Vedistry Amla + Tablets for hair concerns experienced significant reductions in hair fall and improvements in hair texture, strength, and scalp health over three months, with stable laboratory parameters and increased Vitamin D and antioxidant levels.
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November 2005 in “Epilepsia” This study discusses levetiracetam's role as an alternative treatment for idiopathic generalized epilepsies, highlighting its potential effectiveness, especially for patients unsuitable for valproate.
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March 2016 in “Düşünen Adam” This case report describes alopecia associated with escitalopram use, which improved upon switching to duloxetine, and examines existing literature on antidepressant-related hair loss.
January 2014 in “The Scientific Issues of Ternopil Volodymyr Hnatiuk National Pedagogical University Series pedagogy” This study found that an ointment containing essential oil of yarrow floodplain shows a pronounced healing effect and stimulates hair growth on damaged skin.
January 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” In this study, intradermal injections of extracellular vesicles over six months were reported to be safe and effective in improving hair growth among patients with pattern hair loss, with favorable response linked to specific patient factors and treatment volumes.
This review discusses the potential role of extracellular vesicles in hair follicle cycling and future alopecia treatments but provides no clinical results.
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March 2016 in “CRC Press eBooks” This article explores the mechanisms of female hirsutism and highlights the effectiveness of eflornithine in reducing hair growth, with further removal requiring physical methods.
July 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses valproic acid as a common antiseizure medication associated with alopecia and highlights the need for its inclusion in relevant medical guides, without presenting new clinical findings.
This study demonstrated that the IVL-DrugFluidic® platform is effective for mass-producing finasteride-loaded polymeric microspheres for long-acting injectables, maintaining stable drug release without an initial burst for a month.
August 2018 in “Online journal of neurology and brain disorders” This study reported that sodium valproate completely stopped epilepsy in 43% of patients and reduced seizures by 50% in 22% of patients who were resistant to other anticonvulsants.
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January 2007 in “Epilepsia” This case report describes a 47-year-old woman who experienced reversible curling of her hair during treatment with valproic acid, suggesting potential side effects on hair texture.
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October 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, topical eflornithine reduced hair regrowth in hirsute patients following intense pulsed light therapy, suggesting it may maintain IPL-induced hair reduction over six months.
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January 2013 in “China Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Medicine” This study found a strong positive correlation between vascular endothelial growth factor expression and microvessel density in the hair follicles of Liaoning cashmere goats during different fetal periods.
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April 2023 in “Advanced Materials” This study introduced a viscoelastic dry electrode that successfully reduces motion artifacts in EP monitoring on hairy skin, maintaining stable performance for up to 48 days.
September 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study developed a biobased copolymer called SELP::KP, showing improved hair strength, elasticity, and conditioning properties while being a safer alternative to conventional chemical treatments, based on application to human hair in a laboratory setting.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential benefits and challenges of using extracellular vesicles in aesthetic medicine but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for rigorous validation and stronger regulatory oversight.
April 2025 in “Journal of Digestive Cancer Research” Milk-derived vesicles are promising for delivering drugs orally and treating various conditions.
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December 2005 in “Dermatologic surgery” In this study, Er:YAG laser therapy initially improved the appearance of eruptive vellus hair cysts but was ultimately ineffective due to early recurrence and concerns about atrophy or scarring.
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June 2012 in “PubMed” This article discusses leukocytoclastic vasculitis, particularly its triggers, manifestations, and treatments, and reports no new experimental results; the authors highlight valproic acid's association with this condition.
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July 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes the occurrence of eruptive vellus hair cysts in twin patients, adding to the literature on this dermatological condition.
April 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” The researchers presented a case study on Exo.Reset®, a cosmetic formulation using extracellular vesicle technology, demonstrating systematic application of recognized standards to ensure scientific rigor and regulatory compliance in skin rejuvenation product development, providing a practical model for EV-based cosmetic innovations.
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study suggests using a handheld dermatoscope may allow for simple and efficient differentiation of eruptive vellus hair cysts by detecting vellus hair shafts, as demonstrated in a familial case involving five women.
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October 1976 in “Acta Neurologica Scandinavica” This study found that sodium valproate significantly reduced seizure frequency by over 50% in about 70% of patients with generalized seizures but was less effective for partial seizures.
October 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reported that eflornithine cream, when used with laser hair removal, leads to faster reduction of unwanted facial hair in women and is similarly safe compared to the cream alone.