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Recently Published Articles
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Efficacy of a Topical Application of Ageratum Conyzoides on increasing Hair Growth and in Males and Females: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study
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Neutralizing Antibodies to Botulinum Toxin Type A as a Secondary Treatment Failure: A Case Report from Mumbai, India
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The Effects of the Oral Supplementation with a Natural Keratin Hydrolysate (Kera-Diet®) on Hair and Nails: Randomized, Placebo and Benchmark-Controlled Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
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Nutrient-Dense, Functional Foods Enhance Hair, Skin, and Nail Appearance
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Single-Blind Comparative Study of the Aesthetic Outcome of Armouring Procedures with PLLA/PCL- and HA-Enriched Absorbable Threads
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Actinic Lichen Nitidus with Dermoscopic Features, and Response to Hydroxychloroquine
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Fractional CO2 Laser Treatment for Vaginal Rejuvenation in Post-Menopausal Indian Women
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Hair as a Specimen to Determine the Concentration of Cortisol Levels in Individuals that have Performed Physical Activity
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Topical Corticosteroid Misuse Among Females Attending at Dermatology Outpatient Department in Ethiopia
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Plaque Psoriasis Formation and Body Hair (Re)Growth: A Common Pathway Activation
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Medical Micro-Needling
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About the Journal
Trichology and Cosmetology – Open Journal (TCOJ) is an online open access portal that aims to propagate the advancement and development of the latest technologies in the field of cosmetology and Trichology.
Cosmetology is the study and application of beauty treatments including skin care, cosmetics, hairstyling, manicures and pedicures, cosmetic surgeries, enhancements, etc., whereas, trichology is that branch of dermatology that deals with the scientific study of the health of the hair and scalp.
Openventio is dedicated to burst the myths surrounding various cosmetic procedures and help create awareness amongst the people regarding the pros and cons of these techniques through this open access medium.
Aims and Scope
Trichology and Cosmetology – Open Journal is a peer-reviewed journal that aims to be a complete and reliable source of discoveries and publications in the form of original articles, review articles, case reports, new cosmetology and trichology products and procedures available in the field.
TCOJ covers a wide array of subjects as given below:
- Advances in hair and scalp diseases and treatment
- Reconstructive surgery
- Laser treatment
- Nanoencapsulation in cosmetics
- Breast surgery
- Blepharoplasty
- Rhytidectomy
- Plastic surgery
- Skin care treatments
- Genetics of skin disorders
- Natural products research and treatment
- Cosmetic and aesthetic dermatology (botox and
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) filling )
Topics discussed under cosmetology are aesthetics, hair removal, nail care, facials as well as even salon management.
Openventio aims to encourage documentation among the ever-growing medical community to ensure that the data gets recorded for the betterment and future use of practitioners and experts.
Submissions for this journal are accepted from all practitioners and students of trichology and cosmetology, from experts in the field to novices wanting to explore the field.
The audience of TCOJ includes doctors, nurses, research assistants, local community practitioners, cosmetologists, manufacturers, salon owners and students of various universities and general communities from different parts of the world.
The journal welcomes all types of articles such as original research, review, case-report, mini-review, editorial, short-communication, book review, opinion, commentary, letter to the editor, conference proceedings, technical report, errata, illustrations, etc.
We are open to receive comments or corrections from experts to improve the quality of our journal.
Article in press
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Management of Folliculitis in Burn Patients
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Whilst the management of burn wounds continue to evolve and improve over the years, folliculitis remains a common sequela in the burned patient.
Keywords
Burns; Burn wounds; Folliculitis; Skin graft.
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Neutralizing Antibodies to Botulinum Toxin Type A as a Secondary Treatment Failure: A Case Report from Mumbai, India
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Botulinum toxin use in aesthetic medicine for treatment of facial rhytids is common and has become more and more popular in India in recent times. Botulinum toxin (BoNT) is produced by clostridium botulinum which is an anaerobic, spore forming, rod shaped bacteria. The botulinum toxin complex contains a 150 KD neurotoxin together with a complex additional protein. The
neurotoxin is cleaved by the clostridial proteases into heavy and light chain. The heavy chain (100 KD) after cleavage binds to gangliosides and a protein receptor on the presynaptic nerve ending, whereas the light chain (50 KD) blocks the release of acetylcholine, leading to a dose dependent weakening of the target muscle.
Keywords
Botulinum neurotoxin type A; Neutralizing antibodies; Secondary treatment failure; Aesthetic treatment; Facial rhytides.
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Efficacy of a Topical Application of Ageratum Conyzoides on increasing Hair Growth and in Males and Females: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study
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Background
Alopecia affects both males and females and can cause significant psychological distress. Ageratum conyzoides, traditionally used to treat a multitude of conditions including skin disorders, gastrointestinal problems, headache, and pneumonia, has been also found to have good efficacy in increasing hair growth and decreasing hair loss. Importantly, its good safety profile makes it advantageous over the current drug treatments for hair loss; Finasteride and Minoxidil, both of which are associated with adverse effects.
Objectives
A 12-week double-blind, randomized, clinical trial investigated the efficacy and safety of a topical application of A. conyzoides in males and females over 18-years of age.
Methods
A. Conyzoides topical gel of 0.5% strength was administered daily for 12-weeks to 80 otherwise healthy males and females over 18-years of age who self-reported hair loss. Hair growth was assessed by measuring hair density using HairCheck® and calculating the hair loss ratio (HLR). Hair loss was assessed by the mean number of hairs lost during a one-minute combing test and a hair tug or pull test. Other hair measures included the Hamilton-Norwood scale for men and Savin scale for women. Participants’ quality-of-life (QoL) was evaluated by self-assessment questionnaires. Biochemical and haematological parameters were also assessed.
Results
Our study found a significant increase in hair density and significant decrease in HLR following topical application of A. conyzoides. At 12-weeks, hair density in the A. conyzoides treated group was significantly higher and HLR was significantly lower than the placebo group. No significant changes were found in the one-minute combing test or hair pull test or assessment by the Hamilton-Norwood and Savin hair loss scales. QoL measures and biochemical and haematological parameters showed no significant changes throughout the study.
Conclusion
The results from our study demonstrate a net increase in hair growth following topical application of A. conyzoides.Keywords
Ageratum conyzoides; Hair loss; Hair growth; Alopecia; Topical application.
Current Issue
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Nutrient-Dense, Functional Foods Enhance Hair, Skin, and Nail Appearance
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Objective
The American diet is nutrient-poor and rich in unhealthy compounds like sodium, sugar, and saturated fats. Whether food has an effect on appearance has not been fully elucidated. The purpose of this prospective, single-armed study was to evaluate the impact of consuming two nutrient-dense functional foods, which are low in salt, sugar, and saturated fats, on hair, skin, and fingernail health.
Methods
Both subjective (self-reported questionnaires and photographs) and objective (i.e., salivary pH and skin hydration) tests were used to evaluate appearance. Weekly compliance with nutrient-dense foods, body weight, and quality of life assessment were also recorded.
Results
Participants(n=28) consumed most of the nutrient-dense foods and remained weight stable, which was the goal of the study to exclude the effect of changes in body weight on appearance. Neither objective measurement of appearance showed significant improvements. Subjective measurements using questionnaires specific to hair, skin, and fingernails improved significantly over the 8-week study. Rating of photographs that the participants took of themselves improved significantly over the 8-weeks. These included reduced redness, decreased pore size, and better skin color. Using an acne-rating scale, a significant improvement was observed at week 8 compared to baseline. The quality of life parameters improved significantly including feeling of well-being, feeling full, having more energy, sleeping better, having less stress, and being more focused.
Conclusion
Inclusion of two nutrient-rich, functional foods in the diet improved the appearance of hair, skin, and fingernails. These foods were well-received and easy-to-prepare, leading to excellent compliance with the dietary protocol.
Keywords
Appearance; Diet; Functional foods; Nutrient-dense foods; Hair; Skin; Nails.
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The Effects of the Oral Supplementation with a Natural Keratin Hydrolysate (Kera-Diet®) on Hair and Nails: Randomized, Placebo and Benchmark-Controlled Clinical Trial on Healthy Females
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Background
Telogen effluvium (TE) and its acute form (aTE) are two of the commonest occurrences in a trichology clinic, with patients claiming excessive hair shedding. ATE can occur in people of any age and ethnicity and is considered to be a quite common condition in either sex even if women are more likely to have a lowered quality of life and restricted social contacts as compared to men as a result of hair loss. Brittle nail syndrome (BNS) is a common condition affecting up to 20% of the population, especially women over 50 years of age. Nails affected by BNS appear ragged, thin, and dull. The clinical features of BNS include horizontal splits within the nail plate (onychoschizia) and increased longitudinal ridging or splitting (onychorrhexis). In BNS oral supplementation, trace elements and amino acids (especially L-Cystine) have been reported to be useful to ameliorate the nail plate condition.
Objective
We hypothesized that a nutritional approach, with nutrients of which the composition is close to the human keratin, could be effective to decrease hair loss during telogen effluvium and to improve brittle nails condition. At this purpose, a clinical study was designed to investigate the efficacy of a natural keratin hydrolysate obtained from a non-human source (feathers) on both aTE and BNS.
Methods
The in vivo effects of a natural keratin hydrolysate, Kera-Diet® (KD) upon human hair and nails condition was tested in a randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, benchmark (BE) and placebo (PL) controlled study involving 60 women during 90 days. In all subjects, Anagen/Telogen hair, hair volume and density, pull test, global photography, hair and nails brightness, and nail plate
growth were measured at baseline and after 45 and 90 days of products use. A self-assessment test was carried out at the end of the study.
Results
With the KD treatment group, hair density, percentage of hair in anagen phase, hair and nails brightness, and nails growth were significantly increased compared to PL treatment group. Interestingly, with this same group, the diagnosis of aTE by pull testing was negative from 45 days. The efficacy of KD was equal to or greater than PL treatment group.
Conclusion
In this study, we demonstrated that daily oral administration of 1000 mg during 3 months of a natural extensively keratin hydrolysate, Kera-Diet®, associated to trace elements and specific vitamins was effective to improve both hair and nails condition. Furthermore, it demonstrates the role of nutrients in both aTE and BNS.
Keywords
Keratin hydrolysate; Oral supplementation; Telogen effluvium; Hair growth; Brittle nail syndrome; Onychoschizia; Clinical study.
Previous Issue
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Hair as a Specimen to Determine the Concentration of Cortisol Levels in Individuals that have Performed Physical Activity
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Fractional CO2 Laser Treatment for Vaginal Rejuvenation in Post-Menopausal Indian Women
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Actinic Lichen Nitidus with Dermoscopic Features, and Response to Hydroxychloroquine
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Single-Blind Comparative Study of the Aesthetic Outcome of Armouring Procedures with PLLA/PCL- and HA-Enriched Absorbable Threads
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Background
Absorbable threads represent one of the most exciting breakthroughs in aesthetic medicine. The innovative composition of absorbable poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)/caprolactone (PCL) threads enriched with hyaluronic acid (HA) has triggered the interest of aesthetic practitioners.
Objective
To compare the aesthetic outcomes of armouring procedures with absorbable PLLA/PCL threads versus the same procedure performed with PLLA/PCL/HA threads (APTOS, Tbilisi, Georgia threads).
Materials and Methods
Eight patients underwent thread insertion in the face (PLLA/PCL threads on one side and PLLA/PCL/HA threads on the other). Aesthetic outcome was determined subjectively by the patient after 7 days using a 5-point rating questionnaire. Wrinkles were evaluated objectively using 3D photosystem software after 7, 30, and 90 days.
Results
Seven days after treatment there was significantly less pain, less swelling, less burning and a faster reduction of skin irregularities on the side treated with HA-enriched threads (all p<0.05). The side of the face treated with HA-enriched threads also demonstrated faster and more obvious improvement of wrinkles.
Conclusion
Absorbable PLLA/PCL threads have a reliable reputation for oval correction of the face and long-lasting biostimulation. The new HA-enriched threads shorten the post-procedure downtime, accelerate rejuvenation and provide more significant patient satisfaction.
Keywords
Absorbable thread; Thread lifting; HA-enriched threads; Aesthetics.
