Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Cyclines in Skin of Color Patients: A Retrospective Study of 50 Patients

Introduction: Frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is a scarring alopecia that mainly affects women and is characterized by progressive frontal hairline recession and eyebrow loss. The efficacy of doxycycline in patients with skin of color remains underexplored. The objective of our study is to assess the clinical and dermoscopic response to doxycycline in patients with FFA and skin of color. Methods: < 0.05. Results: = 0.01). All patients with rosacea improved. Adverse events occurred in 16% of cases. Conclusion: Doxycycline appears effective and well-tolerated in managing FFA in patients with skin of color, especially in cases associated with lichen planus pigmentosus or rosacea.