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herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
learn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Ketoconazole
antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
learn Platelet-Rich Plasma
growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
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5 / 1000+ results![Probing the Effects of Stress Mediators on the Human Hair Follicle](/images/research/48969df3-fc3f-42e0-aa4f-26256d8c0b44/small/24854.jpg)
research Probing the Effects of Stress Mediators on the Human Hair Follicle
Stress-related substance P may lead to hair loss and negatively affect hair growth.
![Involvement of ILC1-like innate lymphocytes in human autoimmunity, lessons from alopecia areata](/images/research/c8b12d64-2133-47e2-8666-322dd35e3e3d/small/31938.jpg)
research Involvement of ILC1-like innate lymphocytes in human autoimmunity, lessons from alopecia areata
ILC1-like cells can cause alopecia areata by attacking hair follicles.
![Is thyrotropin-releasing hormone a novel neuroendocrine modulator of keratin expression in human skin?](/images/research/823e83e2-e4cf-4b35-990b-3cab1afaeee2/small/24485.jpg)
research Is thyrotropin-releasing hormone a novel neuroendocrine modulator of keratin expression in human skin?
Thyrotropin-releasing hormone may help control skin and hair growth and could aid in treating related disorders.
![Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor β2 Expression](/images/research/b3054228-f74c-44d7-89ab-efb71eba5c5f/small/25001.jpg)
research Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor β2 Expression
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
![Topical L‐thyroxine: The Cinderella among hormones waiting to dance on the floor of dermatological therapy?](/images/research/055dcf38-7d12-4100-b23a-fd411dfbbaf6/small/23911.jpg)
research Topical L‐thyroxine: The Cinderella among hormones waiting to dance on the floor of dermatological therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
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5 / 208 resultscommunity HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community Progress over one year. June 2022 > June 2023 (fin+min)
A user's one-year progress in hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. The user shared their experience and advice, including adjusting the amount of sprays used based on individual needs and the importance of patience and positivity in the process.
community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
community Aggressive Hair Loss from 18 – 22: Beginning my Holy Crusade Against MPB
A user's experience with aggressive hair loss from age 18-22, and possible treatments to combat this such as Dut, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.