Effects of Melatonin and Its Receptors on Hair Follicles

    March 2009
    Yong-li Lin, Wenhong Fan
    TLDR Melatonin helps regulate hair growth and may treat hair loss.
    The study titled "Effects of melatonin and its receptors on hair follicles" explored the impact of melatonin and its receptors on hair follicle biology. It concluded that melatonin played a significant role in hair growth regulation, potentially offering therapeutic benefits for conditions like alopecia. The research highlighted that melatonin receptors were present in hair follicles, suggesting that melatonin could influence hair cycle phases, promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss. This finding provided a basis for further investigation into melatonin-based treatments for hair loss disorders.
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