TLDR Zinc chloride can cause human scalp cells to multiply and die.
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15 citations
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September 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” 7 citations
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November 2017 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
73 citations
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” People with hair loss, especially those with certain types, have lower zinc levels, and zinc supplements might help.
65 citations
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January 2009 in “Annals of Dermatology” Zinc supplements increased zinc levels in some hair loss patients but didn't significantly improve hair growth.
321 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Dermal cells are key in controlling hair growth and could potentially be used in hair loss treatments, but more research is needed to improve hair regeneration methods.
January 2006 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology”
66 citations
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August 2001 in “Experimental Dermatology” Human hair follicle cells can grow hair when put into mouse skin if they stay in contact with mouse cells.
August 2000 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology”