Role of Para-Aminobenzoic Acid in Vitamin B-Complex Studies with Mice

    October 1941 in “ Experimental Biology and Medicine
    G. J. Martin, S. Ansbacher
    TLDR PABA helps prevent gray hair and hair loss in mice.
    Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) has been identified as having anti-gray-hair activity in mice, specifically in cases of nutritional achromotrichia. Additionally, PABA is a necessary dietary component for demonstrating the anti-alopecia effects of inositol.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 31 results

      community Revalid hair complex against hair thinning?

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old with thinning hair is considering using Revalid, a supplement with ingredients like biotin and zinc, based on parental recommendations. Another user suggests that supplements could help since the hair thinning doesn't seem to be androgenic alopecia.

      community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP is exploring ways to stop or reverse greying hair, using NAC and considering PABA supplements. Some users suggest hair dye, black strap molasses, and copper as potential solutions.

      community Update: 4~ Months, 1mg dut, 5mg min 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  26 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is using 1mg dutasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and Nizoral, with occasional microneedling, but stopped microneedling due to scalp inflammation. They report some patchy regrowth, with stronger results at the front than the midsection.

      community Progreso de 3 meses usando minoxidil topico

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noticing minimal progress after three months, with fine hairs appearing. They experienced a setback when reducing the application to once a day but resumed twice daily applications.

      community Clearly needs to be on fin and min

      in Satire  845 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, noting minoxidil's toxicity to cats. It jokes about a lion needing hair restoration, with references to hair transplants in Turkey.

    Similar Research

    5 / 1000+ results
      Hair Cosmetics

      research Hair Cosmetics

      43 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
      The article concludes that advancements in hair cosmetics require dermatologists to stay informed about products and their potential risks, including allergies and higher risks for hairdressers.
      Hair Greying and Its Palliative Management

      research Hair Greying and Its Palliative Management

      October 2022 in “Southeast Asian journal of health professionals”
      Hair greying is seen as a sign of aging; temporary fixes like hair dye are used, but a balanced diet and hair care can help manage it.
      Hair Aging And Anti-Aging

      research Hair Aging And Anti-Aging

      3 citations , October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.