Is 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) good for human hair? Research/Science 8/25/2024
Topical 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) regrows hair in mice almost as well as 2% Minoxidil. However, 2dDR may contribute to oxidative stress and hair loss due to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs).
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