Stimulatory Effects of 6-Methylsulfinylhexyl Isothiocyanate on Cultured Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

January 2018 in “ Food Science and Technology Research ”

Tomoe Yamada‐Kato, Isao Okunishi, Yousuke Fukamatsu, Hidenori Tsuboi, Yusuke Yoshida

6-Methylsulfinylhexyl Isothiocyanate dermal papilla cells vascular endothelial growth factor VEGF hair growth alopecia 6-MSITC hair loss

TLDR Wasabi compound may help promote hair growth.

Six years ago, a study was conducted on the effects of 6-Methylsulfinylhexyl Isothiocyanate (6-MSITC), a compound found in wasabi, on cultured human follicle dermal papilla cells. The research found that 6-MSITC significantly stimulated cell proliferation and increased the production of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), a protein that plays a key role in hair growth. This suggests that 6-MSITC could potentially be used to promote hair growth and could be beneficial for those suffering from hair loss or alopecia.

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