Articles & Research Summaries

Explore our collection of evidence-based articles, translating complex dermatological studies into accessible language.

The Future of Hair Diagnostics: AI, Microfluidics, and At-Home Kits
Technology & Innovation
Beginner
The Future of Hair Diagnostics: AI, Microfluidics, and At-Home Kits
From AI apps to home lab tests — hair diagnostics are going personal.
Nanotechnology in Hair Serums: Precision at the Microscopic Scale
Materials Science & Biotech
Beginner
Nanotechnology in Hair Serums: Precision at the Microscopic Scale
Explore how nanoscale delivery is transforming topical hair treatments.
The Psychology of Regrowth: Coping with the Waiting Period
Behavioral Health
Beginner
The Psychology of Regrowth: Coping with the Waiting Period
Understand the emotional challenges patients face during long recovery from hair loss.
Hair as a Biomarker: What Strands Reveal About Your Health
Clinical Diagnostics
Beginner
Hair as a Biomarker: What Strands Reveal About Your Health
Your hair archives hormones, stress, and toxins — discover how scientists read it like a health diary.
Environmental Pollution and Hair Aging
Environmental Health
Beginner
Environmental Pollution and Hair Aging
Discover how air pollutants and heavy metals accelerate follicle aging.
Neurodermatology of the Scalp: When Nerves and Hair Intersect
Neurology & Dermatology
Beginner
Neurodermatology of the Scalp: When Nerves and Hair Intersect
Learn how nerve signaling impacts itch, sensitivity, and even follicle activity.
CRISPR and Hair Genetics: Editing the Future of Follicles
Biotechnology & Genomics
Beginner
CRISPR and Hair Genetics: Editing the Future of Follicles
Explore how gene editing could repair hair loss at its genetic roots.
Postpartum Hair Loss: Biology Behind the Shedding
Endocrinology & Hormones
Beginner
Postpartum Hair Loss: Biology Behind the Shedding
Understand the hormonal rollercoaster that drives postpartum hair shedding — and recovery.
The Rise of Scalp Care: Why Dermatologists Are Focusing Above the Skin
Clinical Dermatology
Beginner
The Rise of Scalp Care: Why Dermatologists Are Focusing Above the Skin
Learn why scalp health is emerging as the new frontier in dermatology.
Data Science in Dermatology: Mapping Global Hair Loss Trends
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Deep Dive
Data Science in Dermatology: Mapping Global Hair Loss Trends
Understand how big data reveals emerging global patterns in hair disorders and treatment access.
Sustainable Dermatology: Eco-Friendly Approaches to Hair Care
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Beginner
Sustainable Dermatology: Eco-Friendly Approaches to Hair Care
See how dermatology is moving toward cleaner ingredients and sustainable product development.
Wearable Scalp Sensors: Monitoring Follicle Health in Real Time
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Deep Dive
Wearable Scalp Sensors: Monitoring Follicle Health in Real Time
Learn how new biosensors track follicle hydration, stress, and inflammation continuously.
AI-Powered Trichoscopy: Smarter Imaging for Clinicians
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Deep Dive
AI-Powered Trichoscopy: Smarter Imaging for Clinicians
Explore how artificial intelligence enhances diagnosis and tracking of scalp disorders.
3D Bioprinting Hair Follicles: From Lab Bench to Scalp
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Deep Dive
3D Bioprinting Hair Follicles: From Lab Bench to Scalp
Discover how 3D bioprinting may soon create viable, transplantable follicles.
Mindfulness and Scalp Health: Reducing Stress-Induced Shedding
Mind–Body & Social Science
Beginner
Mindfulness and Scalp Health: Reducing Stress-Induced Shedding
See how mindfulness and relaxation techniques help counter stress-triggered hair loss.
The Role of Social Media in Hair-Related Anxiety
Mind–Body & Social Science
Beginner
The Role of Social Media in Hair-Related Anxiety
Learn how online beauty standards shape perception and pressure around hair appearance.
Cultural Rituals Around Hair: Symbolism Across Societies
Mind–Body & Social Science
Beginner
Cultural Rituals Around Hair: Symbolism Across Societies
Explore how hair carries deep cultural, spiritual, and political meaning worldwide.
Body Image and Hair Loss in Adolescents: A Hidden Epidemic
Mind–Body & Social Science
Beginner
Body Image and Hair Loss in Adolescents: A Hidden Epidemic
Examine how early hair changes affect self-esteem and identity in teenagers.
Trichotillomania: The Biology of Hair-Pulling Disorder
Mind–Body & Social Science
Deep Dive
Trichotillomania: The Biology of Hair-Pulling Disorder
Understand the neurobiology behind compulsive hair-pulling and new therapeutic approaches to treat it.
Hydration and Scalp Barrier Function: Why Water Matters
Nutrition & Systemic Health
Beginner
Hydration and Scalp Barrier Function: Why Water Matters
Learn how hydration helps maintain scalp pH, oil balance, and a healthy hair environment.
Gut Health and Hair: The Microbiome–Nutrient Connection
Nutrition & Systemic Health
Deep Dive
Gut Health and Hair: The Microbiome–Nutrient Connection
See how gut bacteria influence nutrient absorption and hormonal balance crucial for hair growth.
Circadian Rhythms and Hair Growth: The Body’s Hidden Clock
Molecular Biology & Endocrinology
Beginner
Circadian Rhythms and Hair Growth: The Body’s Hidden Clock
Discover how the body’s internal clock influences when — and how fast — your hair grows.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Anti-Inflammatory Allies for the Scalp
Nutrition & Systemic Health
Beginner
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Anti-Inflammatory Allies for the Scalp
Discover how dietary omega-3s support scalp circulation and reduce inflammation linked to hair loss.
Protein Deficiency and Hair Breakage: Understanding Structural Loss
Nutrition & Systemic Health
Beginner
Protein Deficiency and Hair Breakage: Understanding Structural Loss
Explore how inadequate protein weakens keratin structure, leading to fragility and breakage.
Zinc and Selenium: Trace Elements with Major Follicle Impact
Nutrition & Systemic Health
Beginner
Zinc and Selenium: Trace Elements with Major Follicle Impact
Understand how two vital minerals protect follicles from oxidative stress and hormonal imbalance.
Hair Transplant Science: From Follicular Units to Stem Cell Grafts
Clinical & Therapeutic Research
Deep Dive
Hair Transplant Science: From Follicular Units to Stem Cell Grafts
See how modern transplants are evolving from surgical extraction to regenerative bioengineering.
Scalp Microneedling: Controlled Injury for Regeneration
Clinical & Therapeutic Research
Beginner
Scalp Microneedling: Controlled Injury for Regeneration
Learn how tiny punctures stimulate growth factors that jumpstart new hair development.
Finasteride vs. Dutasteride: Comparing the Two DHT Blockers
Clinical & Therapeutic Research
Deep Dive
Finasteride vs. Dutasteride: Comparing the Two DHT Blockers
Compare how two major DHT-blocking drugs differ in mechanism, efficacy, and side effects.
Low-Level Laser Therapy: Does Red Light Really Work?
Clinical & Therapeutic Research
Beginner
Low-Level Laser Therapy: Does Red Light Really Work?
Examine the science behind red light therapy and its impact on follicle metabolism and scalp circulation.
Exosome Therapy: Tiny Messengers for Hair Regrowth
Clinical & Therapeutic Research
Deep Dive
Exosome Therapy: Tiny Messengers for Hair Regrowth
Understand how exosomes deliver regenerative signals that awaken dormant follicles and boost natural hair growth.
Epigenetics of Hair Aging: How Gene Expression Changes Over Time
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Deep Dive
Epigenetics of Hair Aging: How Gene Expression Changes Over Time
See how aging alters gene activity in follicles and what that means for hair thinning prevention.
Inflammation and Follicle Miniaturization: What Cytokines Reveal
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Deep Dive
Inflammation and Follicle Miniaturization: What Cytokines Reveal
Uncover how inflammatory molecules shrink follicles and contribute to different forms of alopecia.
Keratin Genes: How Mutations Alter Hair Texture and Strength
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Beginner
Keratin Genes: How Mutations Alter Hair Texture and Strength
Discover how variations in keratin genes shape hair structure, texture, and resistance to damage.
The Wnt Pathway: A Molecular Switch for Hair Growth
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Deep Dive
The Wnt Pathway: A Molecular Switch for Hair Growth
Learn how activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway triggers dormant follicles to regrow hair naturally.
Stem Cells and the Hair Follicle: Nature’s Regeneration Engine
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Deep Dive
Stem Cells and the Hair Follicle: Nature’s Regeneration Engine
Explore how stem cells fuel continuous hair growth and what makes the follicle one of the body’s most regenerative organs.
The Role of Vitamin D in Hair Cycle Regulation
Endocrinology & Nutrition
Beginner
The Role of Vitamin D in Hair Cycle Regulation
Understand how vitamin D receptors guide follicle renewal and why deficiency can slow regrowth.
Rosemary Extract vs. Minoxidil: A Natural Rivalry Tested
Botanical Dermatology
Beginner
Rosemary Extract vs. Minoxidil: A Natural Rivalry Tested
See how rosemary oil matched Minoxidil’s growth results in clinical trials with fewer side effects.
Stress Biomarkers in Hair: A New Diagnostic Tool
Mind–Body Biology
Deep Dive
Stress Biomarkers in Hair: A New Diagnostic Tool
Discover how hair strands can reveal months of stress exposure through measurable cortisol levels.
Peptide-Based Serums: The Next Frontier in Hair Regeneration
Biochemistry & Innovation
Deep Dive
Peptide-Based Serums: The Next Frontier in Hair Regeneration
Explore how biomimetic peptides mimic growth signals to revive dormant follicles safely and effectively.
Caffeine and Hair Growth: Energy at the Root
Dermatology & Nutrition
Beginner
Caffeine and Hair Growth: Energy at the Root
Find out how caffeine stimulates follicle metabolism and offsets hormonal triggers of hair thinning.
Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology: Detecting Early Signs of Hair Disorders
Technology & Data Science
Deep Dive
Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology: Detecting Early Signs of Hair Disorders
See how AI tools are transforming early diagnosis of alopecia and scalp conditions through image analysis.
Microbiome of the Scalp: Hidden Ecosystem Influencing Hair Health
Dermatology & Biology
Deep Dive
Microbiome of the Scalp: Hidden Ecosystem Influencing Hair Health
Learn how scalp bacteria and fungi affect inflammation, dandruff, and overall follicle balance.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): How Blood Factors Boost Hair Regrowth
Clinical Innovation
Deep Dive
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): How Blood Factors Boost Hair Regrowth
Discover how your own platelets can activate follicle stem cells and stimulate natural regrowth.
The Psychology of Hair: How Appearance Shapes Identity
Mind–Body Biology
Beginner
The Psychology of Hair: How Appearance Shapes Identity
Understand how hair influences confidence, self-image, and social belonging across different communities.
Gene Therapy for Hair Regrowth: Science at the Follicle Frontier
Genetics & Innovation
Deep Dive
Gene Therapy for Hair Regrowth: Science at the Follicle Frontier
See how genetic reprogramming is opening new possibilities for reversing hair loss at its molecular roots.
The Hair Growth Cycle: A Biological Overview
Myths & Misconceptions
Beginner
The Hair Growth Cycle: A Biological Overview
A clear guide to the anagen, catagen, and telogen phases that shape every strand’s lifespan.
The Hormone DHT: Understanding Its Role in Hair Loss
Dermatology Innovations
Deep Dive
The Hormone DHT: Understanding Its Role in Hair Loss
Uncover how DHT sensitivity, not just hormone levels, drives pattern baldness in men and women.
The Role of Iron in Hair Health
Nutrition & Scalp Health
Beginner
The Role of Iron in Hair Health
Explore how iron fuels follicle metabolism and why deficiencies can trigger chronic hair shedding.
Why Stress Affects Hair: The Cortisol Connection
Hormones & Genetics
Beginner
Why Stress Affects Hair: The Cortisol Connection
Learn how elevated cortisol levels disrupt follicle renewal and why stress management supports healthier hair cycles.
The Science of Minoxidil: How It Stimulates Hair Growth
Hair Loss & Regrowth
Beginner
The Science of Minoxidil: How It Stimulates Hair Growth
Discover how Minoxidil improves blood flow and cell activity to extend the natural growth phase of your hair.