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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Susceptibility of Disulfide Bonds to Modification in Keratin Fibers Undergoing Tensile Stress
Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
research A Detailed Mapping of the Readily Accessible Disulfide Bonds in the Cortex of Wool Fibers
Researchers found that the most reachable bonds in wool fibers are near the ends of certain proteins, which help stabilize the fiber's structure.
research Effect of Disulfide Bonds in Human Hair Fibers on the Melting Behavior of Their Crystalline Structure
Changing disulfide bonds in human hair affects its melting behavior and thermal stability.
research Chemical Bonds and Hair Behavior: A Review
Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair's strength, especially when wet.
research Effect of Disulfide Bonds in Human Hair Fibers on the Melting Behavior of Their Crystalline Structure
Disulfide bonds affect the melting behavior of hair's crystalline structure, but hair retains some stability even after these bonds are broken.
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5 / 409 resultscommunity Starting my journey taking fin 3 days a week. Minoxidil once daily. Pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium supplements daily. Strict no alcohol and no high sugar diet with regular exercise. Will post updates.
A user is starting a hair loss treatment regimen with finasteride three times a week, minoxidil once daily, and daily supplements of pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium. They are also following a strict no alcohol, no high sugar diet, and regular exercise, and plan to post updates.
community 3 and a bit months on topical min & fin
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 3 months using a topical foam with 5% Minoxidil and 0.25% Finasteride. They plan to add derma rolling to their routine.
community 24M, thinning since 6 years. Starting my Journey gonna be using the big 4 ( 1mg Fin, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm dermaroller, nizoral twice a week)
A 24 year old who has been experiencing thinning hair for 6 years and is starting a course of treatment involving finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo. Others are wishing them luck and offering advice on how to potentially recover from the condition.
community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient
A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.
community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.