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research Androgen-Dependent Beard Dermal Papilla Cells Secrete Autocrine Growth Factors in Response to Testosterone Unlike Scalp Cells

51 citations , November 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Beard cells, unlike scalp cells, produce growth factors in response to testosterone, which may explain differences in hair growth.

research The Keratins of the Human Beard Hair Medulla: The Riddle in the Middle

87 citations , July 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.

research Differences in Expression of Specific Biomarkers Distinguish Human Beard from Scalp Dermal Papilla Cells

41 citations , June 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Beard and scalp hair cells have different gene expressions, which may affect beard growth characteristics.

research Isolation, culture and in vitro behavior of cells isolated from papillae of human hair follicles

24 citations , January 1989

Human papilla cells from hair follicles show unique growth behaviors but don't induce hair growth in vitro.

research Hair Follicle Plasticity with Complemented Immune-Modulation Following Follicular Unit Extraction

4 citations , January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Transplanted hair follicles can change and adapt to new areas of the body, with the immune system possibly playing a role in this adjustment.

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community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

in Minoxidil 43 upvotes 2 months ago

Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.

community 2000 beard graft extracted with no visible scar

in Progress Pictures 213 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their experience with a beard-to-scalp hair transplant, noting no visible scars and improved hair density using finasteride and minoxidil. The conversation discusses the differences between beard and scalp hair, potential changes in hair texture, and the use of beard hair for increased scalp coverage.

community Anyone else’s beard took a huge hit on finasteride or dutasteride? Would minoxidl hepl?

in Progress Pictures 105 upvotes 2 years ago

The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.

community Balding Sucks. Balding Young is Awful. Balding Young and being Unable to Grow any Facial Hair is Hell on Earth

in Update 339 upvotes 8 months ago

A 25-year-old is frustrated with hair loss and inability to grow facial hair despite using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year. Suggestions include trying topical treatments, considering a hair system, or seeking professional help for mental health.

community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 1 month ago

DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

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