In this survey-based study, researchers found that although scalp tonics are positively perceived for scalp health, minoxidil is viewed negatively due to inconvenient use and side effects, suggesting a need for improved hair loss treatments that enhance safety, effectiveness, and user satisfaction.
January 2012 in “CINECA IRIS Institutial Research Information System (University of Genoa)” This study observed fluctuations in hair cortisol levels in rabbits, indicating their HPA axis activity responded similarly to surgical and environmental stressors, suggesting potential anthropomorphic evaluations of stress.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” In this study, low serum ferritin levels were significantly associated with premature graying of hair, while no significant difference in vitamin D levels was observed between affected individuals and healthy controls.
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August 2015 in “Journal of Drug Targeting” This study found that a novel proniosomal gel formulation of CoQ10 improved antioxidant levels and provided better skin protection against UV radiation compared to a conventional CoQ10 gel in animal models.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study examined perceptions of stress as a cause of alopecia areata among individuals in a French online cohort, finding that over half of patients considered stress a contributing factor. Additionally, patients with less understanding of their condition experienced higher levels of perceived stigma.
