Hair Problems Research Articles

A method for measuring hairline length and discriminating hairline recession grades based on the BiSeNet model

Abstract Hair plays an important role in a person’s appearance. According to a survey by the World Health Organization, approximately 70% of adults have scalp and hair prob lems. Doctors currently make hairline recession diagnoses based on hair loss criteria, but this approach is subjective. This paper proposes a novel method for objectively assessing hairline recession grades. First, the Bilateral Segmentation Network model (BiSeNet) is utilized to obtain a facial segmentation image. Second, this paper utilizes the connected components method to improve the facial segmentation results. Next, the labeling key points method is used to extract part of the features of the eyebrow and facial region and calculate the related values. Finally, the judgment of hairline length and hairline recession grade is realized by combining these features with camera calibration. In this paper, front-face images of 50 volunteers were collected for hair line recession grade determination. The judgment results of expert doctors on hairline length and hairline recession grade were compared with the judgment results of this method. The results showed a 1.3 cm difference in the average length of the hairline and about 80% similarity in hairline recession grade judgments. In conclusion, using machine vision methods to measure the height of the hairline provides objective and repeatable results.

Design and Performance Analysis of a Tea Impurity Eliminator

The present tea production technology is extensive and unsanitary as tea processing has the issues of easily mixing in hair, animal hair, and other debris problems. The production enterprises can only use a large number of workers to manually sort the tea, requiring large labor for low efficient and unideal sorting results. Hence, tea production enterprises urgently need to solve this problem to meet the product to meet the quality requirements of health food. In this paper, the design and development of the vibration motor of the key components in the tea impurity removal unit were studied. The specific work is as follows. The dynamic analysis of the movement of the material on the vibrating working surface is performed, the motion state of the tea declutter vibration machine is determined as throwing motion, and the structure scheme of the elastic link eccentric type vibration machine is designed. The structure scheme of the elastic link eccentric vibration motor was modeled by Inventor 3D design software, and the suitable parameters were selected for trial production of a prototype.

53490 Impact of hormonal variations on women’s self-perception of scalp and hair problems: results of a worldwide epidemiological study

53490 Impact of hormonal variations on women’s self-perception of scalp and hair problems: results of a worldwide epidemiological study

The Effectiveness of Aloe Vera in Multiple Moist Spray Products as a Hair Tonic to Reduce Students Scalp Irritation

Skin irritation on the scalp is often experienced by men. This happens due to the high increase in sebum production and frequent use of excessive products like pomade. For men with sensitive scalp, this causes hair problems such as dandruff. Proper hair care can help manage dandruff, including the use of a hair tonic containing aloe vera. This research aims to investigate the influence of aloe vera content on dandruff treatment. The study design employed pre-experimental research with a pre-post test group, involving a population of 23 respondents and a sample of 23 respondents selected through total sampling. Statistical analysis utilized paired t-tests with significance set at <0.05. Results from 23 respondents indicated that 19 respondents (82.6%) experienced a decrease in scores, while 4 respondents (17.4%) showed an increase. Statistical analysis revealed significant results with a p-value of 0.000 < 0.05. The conclusion drawn is that the aloe vera content in Multiple Moist Spray has a beneficial effect on treating dry dandruff. Therefore, individuals with dandruff are encouraged to be selective in choosing scalp treatments.

A Prospective, Multi-Center Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of a Vegan Nutraceutical to Improve Hair Growth and Quality in Females Following a Plant-Based Diet

Hair thinning affects upwards of 50% of women by age 50, impacting their social-emotional wellbeing. It is a condition now thought to be driven by a multi-factorial etiology, including diet and nutrition. Women following vegan, vegetarian, or other plant-based diets have specific needs for nutrients traditionally sourced from animals, which could affect hair health. To support hair growth and quality in women following a plant-based diet, a novel vegan nutraceutical (Nutrafol Women's Vegan Capsules, Nutraceutical Wellness, Inc., New York, NY) was evaluated for its ability to support hair health. The objectives of this 6-month, multi-site, single-blind prospective clinical study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the nutraceutical to improve hair growth and quality in women consuming a plant-based diet. The primary endpoint in this study was an increase in terminal hair count at day 180 compared with baseline, as assessed through phototrichogram analysis. Ninety-five subjects completed the study. Daily intake of the nutraceutical resulted in a significant increase in the number of terminal hairs at day 90 (P<0.01) and day 180 (P<0.01). There was also an increase in total hair counts (P<0.01), the terminal-to-vellus ratio (P<0.01), and a decrease in shedding (P<0.01). Global Investigator Ratings revealed improved hair growth (P<0.00001) and overall quality (P<0.00001). In-person hair strength and brittleness assessments significantly improved as well (P<0.01 for both). A significant proportion of subjects reported improved hair quality, appearance, texture, and volume. Hair problems affecting the quality of life of the subjects were also reported as improved. This study demonstrated significant improvements in hair growth and quality in a plant-based population with a vegan nutraceutical. ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05332743. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024;23(8):661-668.  doi:10.36849/JDD.8421.

Merancang Bisnis Sampo Alami dari Ekstrak Buah Parijoto melalui Analisis Pasar

The use of synthetic products often causes skin problems such as irritation, itching, allergies and erythema. This causes the use of natural products to become an alternative for dealing with hair problems. In entering the natural cosmetics business, market analysis is required. This research aims to analyze the market so that it can determine consumer interest and market opportunities for natural shampoo from parijoto fruit extract. Market opportunity analysis was carried out using the PAM TAM SAM SOM method, Google Trends analysis, competitor analysis, and descriptive analysis of survey results of 52 potential consumers via Google Form. The results of the analysis show that the product has a very large and profitable opportunity in the market, is superior to several competitors, and the dry/powder form of shampoo is more popular than the liquid shampoo form, 82.7% of respondents are interested in using powder shampoo and 96.2% are interested use natural shampoo.

Cosmetic Education Regarding the Making and Use of Hair Serum in Teenagers to Young Adults

Indonesia is a relatively large market for the cosmetics industry in the hair care category. Teenagers and young adults are among the dominant segments in cosmetic consumption. Hair and scalp problems often experienced are hair loss and unhealthy hair structure. This problem can be overcome with hair serum. This dosage form is attractive because it can be purchased freely and is quite promising due to its high active substance content. Various types of hair serums are available on the market so that they can be adjusted based on user preferences. The high level of public consumption of hair serum needs to be balanced with education regarding hair serum. The education process uses lecture and workshop methods related to identifying hair problems, the nutrition needed by hair, and the types and formulation of hair serum. The workshop was conducted directly by involving participants in producing the hair serum. The educational process was attended by 24 students aged 19-22 years, 21% coming from outside Atma Jaya and 79% from internal Atma Jaya. Gender includes 19% of men and the rest of women. The educational process increased the understanding of 92% of participants, with an average score from 5.9 to 9.75. As many as 96% of participants were very interested and stated that this workshop supported the theory that had been given to make it easier to understand.

Composition of Amesiodendron chinense (Merr.) Hu Seed Oil and Assessment of Its Nrf2/ARE Induction Activity in AREc32 Cells

Article Composition of Amesiodendron chinense (Merr.) Hu Seed Oil and Assessment of Its Nrf2/ARE Induction Activity in AREc32 Cells Chuanchom Khuniad 1,2,*, Lutfun Nahar 3,*, Jason W. Birkett 4, Kenneth J. Ritchie 1 and Satyajit D. Sarker 1,* 1 Centre for Natural Products Discovery (CNPD), School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool L3 3AF, UK 2 Department of Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Health and Sports Science, Thaksin University, Phatthalung 93210, Thailand 3 Laboratory of Growth Regulators, Palacký University and Institute of Experimental Botany, The Czech Academy of Sciences, Šlechtitelů 27, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic 4 Forensic Science Research Group, School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool L3 3AF, UK * Correspondence: C.Khuniad@2020.ljmu.ac.uk (C.K.); nahar@ueb.cas.cz (L.N.) and S.Sarker@ljmu.ac.uk (S.D.S.) Received: 7 April 2024; Revised: 26 April 2024; Accepted: 6 May 2024; Published: 14 May 2024 Abstract: Background: Amesiodendron chinense (Merr.) Hu (family: Sapindaceae) is a Thai medicinal plant. The seed oil of this species has been used by folk healers and local people in southern Thailand for the treatment of wounds, skin disorders and common hair problems. This study aimed at the GC-MS-based determination of the chemical composition of the seed oil of this plant, and evaluation of its Nrf2/ARE induction activity in AREc32 cells (modified human breast cancer cell line MCF-7) using the MTT [3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide] and luciferase reporter gene assays. Results: GC-MS analysis identified 9-(E)-octadecenoic acid (84.82%) as the main component of this seed oil. TLC-based qualitative DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) assay revealed the DPPH radical-scavenging activity of the seed oil and its chromatographic fractions. A low-level DPPH-scavenging activity was observed in the quantitative assay, but no IC50 value could be determined even with the highest tested concentration (10 mg/mL). Neither the oil nor its chromatographic fractions showed any significant Nrf2/ARE induction in AREc32 cells. The seed oil was noncytotoxic against the AREc32 cells. Conclusions: A. chinense seed oil and its fractions had a low level of free-radical scavenging property but no significant Nrf2/ARE induction activity in AREc32 cells. However, as the oil did not show any cytotoxicity at test concentrations in the MTT assay, this oil might potentially be safe to use in cosmetic formulations or as a vehicle for the dermal delivery of drug molecules.

Hair & Scalp Disease Detection Using Machine Learning & Image Processing

This study predicts hair disorders and provides tailored therapeutic suggestions using a deep learning model based on the VGG (Visual Geometry Group) architecture. A common dermatological problem, hair diseases can have a big impact on a person's physical and mental well-being. Early and accurate diagnosis as well as tailored treatment recommendations are essential for effective management. Inspired by the VGG design, we built a convolutional neural network (CNN) model in this study to analyze images of hair and scalp conditions. The model was trained using a vast and diverse set of images depicting various hair and scalp conditions. Transfer learning was used to modify the pre-trained VGG model so that it could recognize particular characteristics associated with particular hair issues. The prediction model consistently and reliably recognized a variety of hair problems that included dandruff, fungal infections, and alopecia. Reduction of false-positive and false negative outcomes in diagnosing diseases is dependent on high sensitivity and specificity. The suggested AI-based system has the potential to transform the dermatology field by providing prompt and accurate diagnosis of hair diseases and customized treatment recommendations. This study contributes to the ongoing efforts to use artificial intelligence and deep learning to improve healthcare outcomes, especially in the dermatology and skincare domains. Key Words: Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), Deep Learning, Hair Disorders, Visual Geometry Group (VGG).

Health Benefits and uses of Neem Leaves

Neem is a very unique tree and neem leaves are the most complex leaves on the planet. The neem tree has over 130 different biologically active compounds, and the neem leaf is one of the most complex leaves you can find on the planet. According to the ancient science of Ayurveda texts describe how neem treats skin disorders, hair problems, enhances appetite, boosts digestion, kindles the fire in the belly, improves breathing, helps manage diabetic conditions, aids healing of wounds and relieves nausea. Neem has been declared the “tree of the 21st century” by the United Nations. The US National academy of science also recognized neem’s medicinal value in its 1992 report entitled “Neem: A tree for solving global problems.” Keywords: Biologically active, Azadirachta indica, Diabetes, Hypertension, Metabolic syndrome, Neem.

Triiodothyronine/Thyroxine Ratio as a Marker of Clinical Response to Levothyroxine Replacement in Patients With Hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism is one of the most common endocrine disorders with a simple therapy, that is levothyroxine (LT4). A normal thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) measurement is used as a marker of optimal replacement. But, many patients still have symptoms. Triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), and their ratio may correlate with clinical improvement. The study aims to assess the T3/T4 ratio as a marker of clinical response in patients with hypothyroidism. Method:A cross-sectional study was conducted from June to November 2022 at Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolism Center, in Basrah, southern Iraq. We included 48 adult patients with primary hypothyroidism on LT4 treatment only and TSH within the target reference range for at least within the last six months. Each patient was subjected to a questionnaire that was designed to capture hypothyroidism-related complaints in the form of a five-point Likert scale. Biochemical assessments were done with the measurement of TSH, T3, and T4. Despite having a normal TSH level, nearly all the patients had persistent and varying severity of clinical complaints of hypothyroidism. Tiredness, hair problems, weight gain, and cold intolerance were the most severely persistent symptoms. Patients with scores of two and more for weight gain, cold intolerance, and skin problems had significantly lower T3/T4 ratios (P = 0.04, 0.002, and 0.02, respectively), while in the remaining clinical symptoms, the T3/T4 ratio did not differ significantly. A low T3/T4 ratio was significantly associated with resistant symptoms of hypothyroidism and may be used as a marker for treatment efficacy with TSH rather than TSH value alone.

Review on Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo

Herbal shampoos are cosmetics primarily used for hair cleansing. Multiple herbal ingredients and plant based products used in preparation of herbal shampoo according to requirement. Medicated shampoo is mixed with specific ingredients to treat specific hair problems. The study aimed to review the formulation method, ingredients and evaluation parameter of shampoo preparation. Numerous methods have been suggested to formulate and evaluate shampoo, selection and use of ingredients depends upon target and availability of formulation ingredients. Shampoos are generally used to clean dirt, make the hair lustrous shiny, promote hair growth, treatment of lice, scabies and dandruff. Shikakai, reetha, amla, neem, tulsi, lemon, orange, Aloevera, methyl, propyl paraben and sodium benzoate as preservative, citric acid could be used for pH adjustment. Evaluation of shampoo could be done by visual inspection, pH, wetting time, percentage of solid contents, foam volume and stability, surface tension, detergency, dirt dispersion etc.

Measures of health-related quality of life in PCOS women: a cross sectional study from Saudi Arabia.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine-gynecologic disorder affecting women of childbearing age. It has a wide range of clinical manifestations, including menstrual irregularity, infertility, hirsutism, acne, and obesity. Studies have confirmed that PCOS can significantly reduce a patient's health-related quality of life (HRQoL). The pathophysiology of PCOS is poorly understood, but it is believed to be caused by the interaction of several factors. Moreover, there is a lack of information about HRQoL among PCOS women in Saudi Arabia. This study aims to assess the HRQoL of PCOS patients by using the Arabic Version of the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Health-Related Quality of life Questionnaire (AR-PCOSQ) in Riyadh city. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 281 women in Riyadh city using the translated questionnaire (AR-PCOSQ) to explore PCOS quality of life among Saudi females. The eligibility criteria were Saudi female who had been diagnosed with PCOS, living in Riyadh city, aged 18 and above, and willing to participate. The sample size was estimated using the 10-events-per variable rule for prediction models (REF). Informed consent was taken from all participants and a Google Form was used to create the survey and collect data. The higher score represents poor QOL. However, the analysis revealed that higher scores of the weight-related QOL had the greatest impact on patients' quality of life in older age groups, including women aged 26 to 35 (beta = 0.143, 95% CI, 0.023 to 0.304, p-value = 0.046) and women aged > 35 (beta = 0.229, 95% CI, 0.039 to 0.428, p = 0.011). Other domains of QOL, such as emotions, body hair, infertility, and menstrual problems, were not significantly predicted by any of the women's demographic characteristics. The findings revealed that PCOS-related conditions such as weight problems, menstrual irregularity, and infertility were associated with a reduction in quality of life.

Design and Evaluation of Hair Growth - Hair Fall Oil Formulation from Botanicals

Hair loss in adult men albeit common, can cause emotional distress. Many people with hair fall issues try chemical-based treatments that may lead to health complications and allergic reactions. Cosmetics using natural ingredients derived from plants have fewer side effects compared to synthetic alternatives. The study aimed to formulate herbal hair oil using various ingredients like castor oil, sunflower oil, jojoba oil, olive oil, pumpkin oil, etc. and evaluate its effectiveness in promoting hair growth and prevention of hair fall (HG-HF). Besides, the oil was supposed to provide a range of benefits for hair health, including preventing dandruff, improving scalp health, providing antioxidant properties, and thereby protecting against oxidative damage. The DPPH radical scavenging test was done to evaluate the antioxidant activity of the oils. Varying IC50 values were found such as olive oil and sunflower oil showed IC50 values of 3.79 μg/ml and 4.44 μg/ml respectively. Hence, these oils have significant antioxidant activity with a strong ability to scavenge or neutralize free radicals. A study was conducted on sixteen volunteers with hair loss, dandruff, and other hair problems to check the performance of the oil. 56.25% of the participants experienced increased hair growth and 50% reported a decrease in hair fall after using the oil for 3 months, with no remarkable side effects. Data demonstrated effectiveness and overall acceptable perception of the HG-HF oil by the participants. Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Journal 27(1): 9-18, 2024 (January)

Natural Solutions for Dandruff and Hair Fall: Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil

Herbal hair oils have been widely used for nourishment and protection of hair and also to treat a variety of hair-related problems to promote healthy hair. The use of chemical medicine may not always bring the desired results as it has negative side effects. Using herbal products, the photochemical and bioactive ingredients work together to achieve the desired results. An unique herbal hair oil formulation is presented in this study that is enhanced with natural extracts such coconut oil, sesame seeds, black seeds, hibiscus flowers, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, and onion. The objective of this research is to maximize the combined benefits of these botanical elements in order to hydrate the scalp, stimulate hair follicles, and enhance the general appearance of hair. Since the coconut oil serves as a carrier base, the active ingredients are more easily absorbed into the scalp. Extracts from black and sesame seeds are used because they are rich in important fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, which are believed to promote hair growth and lessen hair loss. Hibiscus helps to revitalize the hair, add luster, and delay the onset of premature greying thanks to its natural antioxidants and amino acids. The present work was aimed to formulate herbal hair oil that seeks to address a variety of hair problems such as thinning hair, dryness, dandruff, and dullness. The formulated herbal hair oil was evaluated at various parameters such as organoleptic properties, viscosity, saponification value, pH were determined. For people looking to improve their hair health and maintain shiny, strong, and lovely hair, this research may offer a natural and secure response.

Post-Covid Conditions and their Effects on the Cardiovascular System.

Rising global concerns about COVID-19 recently gained more research attention due to the ease of person-to-person transmission, various symptoms after healing, and the shortage of effective antiviral therapy. The study aims to analyze post-COVID conditions and clinical manifestations of cardiovascular lesions in patients recovering from COVID-19 infection. A practical examination of post-COVID conditions manifestation was conducted in a prospective cohort study, involving 250 patients diagnosed with COVID-19 between June 1, 2021, and August 31, 2021. The study specifically focused on analyzing the cardiovascular effects of COVID-19, utilizing data from a subgroup of 200 patients previously discharged from the hospital with elevated troponin levels. The cardiovascular variables assessed included tachycardia, ischemia, heart attack, myocarditis, hypertension, blood clots, and heart failure. It has been observed that among surviving patients, the following symptoms persisted: anosmia/ageusia (59%), severe dyspnea (36.7%), palpitations and complaints related to the cardiovascular sys-tem (15.8%), headaches (13.2%), arthralgia (11.7%), myalgia (9.8%), and hair problems (≥5%). By the 60th day, a reduction in symptoms by 5-10% was noted, and by the 90th day, a decrease in activity by 25-35% was observed. Patients aged 40-60 years exhibited the highest percentage of cardiovascular diseases (75%). Consequently, the SARS-CoV-2 virus underscores the critical importance of cardiological attention in patient care. Cardiac screening results in individuals with COVID-19 reveal a significant prevalence of serious heart problems, affecting over half of the patients. This emphasizes the necessity for heightened vigilance and specialized cardiac care when managing patients with COVID-19.

A Review on Herbal Hair Scrub for Hair Problems

Hair plays a vital role in optimizing the personality of an individual as the hair is the primary noticeable part of external body and beauty for Women as well as men. The hair and scalp nature have important psychological impact on human societies. Even small changes in hairs like hair fall, whitening or greying of hair affect the self-confidence and self-esteem of an individual. For preventing and fighting against the hair problems, herbal hair scrub serves as an effective remedy. The goal of present review article is to highlights efficacy of herbal drugs on hair loss and also outlined that prevention and treatment can easily done by formulating hair scrub from those herbal drugs

Development and Assessment of Polyherbal Hair Mask

Young generation is facing serious hair problems due to many lifestyle changes such as fatigue, stress, poor diet and different hair coloring techniques. Strengthening hair follicles is important for improving hair growth and preventing hair loss. Hair is the most fragile part of the body. Healthy hair improves the appearance of the individual. The purpose of using herbal hair mask is to remove dirt and dandruff, strengthen the hair and darken the hair color. The hair mask containing only the natural ingredients from plant source will treat hair problems without damaging hairs and with no adverse effects as of synthetic preparations. The mask is completely chemical free. The combination of several such ingredient of herbal origin has made it possible to secure highly effective dry powder hair mask. The formulation at laboratory scale was done and evaluated for number of parameters to ensure its safety and efficacy.

Optimal Solution for Segmentation of Malignant Melanoma Dermoscopic Images

Melanoma Malignant (MM) is the most common and dangerous form of skin cancer, which is analyzed by using Dermoscopic images in computer sciences. Segmentation technique is used to separate lesion part from healthy part in Dermoscopic images. In this research, comparison of different most popular segmented Dermoscopic image technique like Type-2 Fuzzy, Hybrid Threshold, Wavelet, Gradient Vector Flow (GVF), and Watershed etc. is approached and then better segmentation technique is proposed. In these segmentation techniques different issues like problem of hair, different color lesion, specular reflection and smoothing transaction between lesion and skin were not taken under consideration. Our methodology involves three levels of hierarchy. In the preprocessing step, it deals with problem of hair, bubble noise, smoothing and reflection noise in Dermoscopic images. These noise removals are achieved by using different filters like “Derivative of Gaussian filter and Bootomhat filter”. After region of interest is extracted then combination of threshold, image enhancement and morphological filter are used to produce the efficient algorithm for segmentation. At the end step, segmented crop image is compared with dice coefficient and experimental results of gross error rate are evaluated. For this purpose, PH² Dataset is used that contains 200 Dermoscopic images with the lesion images. The lesion images are extracted by the expert dermatologists.

Preparation and Evaluation of Matruj SBA Hair Oil Containing Polyherbs for Arresting Hair Problems

Herbs are an essential component of the healthcare system in Ayurvedic medicine. In addition to being used in medicine, herbs are also utilized to make a variety of cosmetics and colours as well as to enhance one's appearance. The purpose of this research is to prepare polyherbal hair oil using plant-based ingredients which are fresh leaves of various plants. Polyherbal hair oil prepared by using multiple herbal components some of containing leaves, roots or whole plant. Firstly all raw materials are characterized by different parameters such as ash values, water and alcohol soluble extractives, TLCs, and phytochemical analysis, etc. Then prepared herbal oils were subjected to General characterization like sensitivity, Grittiness, sedimentation and Physical evaluation such as pH, acid value, viscosity, saponification value, specific gravity, density and stability study. The above parameters were found to be good and within standards. The characterization of all raw materials shows the different parameters and phytochemical analysis of phytoconstituents which are required for healing different hair problems. This is FDA approved herbal hair oil and it s already in use for a patients and it shows very good effect against all hair problems. Conclusively, combination of effective herbs could be used to improve hair growth, nourishes the scalp and prevents dandruff.