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GlossaryCaspase

enzymes that trigger cell death by cutting specific proteins

Caspases are a family of enzymes that play a crucial role in programmed cell death, also known as apoptosis. They act like molecular scissors, cutting specific proteins in the cell to trigger a cascade of events leading to cell dismantling and removal, which is essential for maintaining healthy tissue and organ function.

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research Effect of 5α-Dihydrotestosterone and Testosterone on Apoptosis in Human Dermal Papilla Cells

58 citations , January 2006 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.

research Apoptosis, Androgenetic Alopecia, and the Hair Cycle

January 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Finasteride reduces hair follicle cell death in androgenetic alopecia.

research The Therapeutic Promise of Apoptosis

9 citations , March 2019 in “Science”

Blocking cell death in certain stem cells can improve wound healing and tissue regeneration.

research PX-12 Inhibits NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation to Treat Psoriasis

April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

PX-12 may help treat psoriasis by blocking inflammation and cell death.

Melatonin Promotes Secondary Hair Follicle Development in Early Postnatal Cashmere Goats and Improves Cashmere Quantity and Quality by Enhancing Antioxidant Capacity and Suppressing Apoptosis

research Melatonin Promotes Secondary Hair Follicle Development in Early Postnatal Cashmere Goats and Improves Cashmere Quantity and Quality by Enhancing Antioxidant Capacity and Suppressing Apoptosis

46 citations , March 2019 in “Journal of Pineal Research”

Melatonin improves cashmere goat hair growth and quality by increasing antioxidants and reducing cell death.

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community Don't use PP405 from everychem. it is likely fake.

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 8 months ago

PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.

community Hair loss causes are still a myth.

in Chat 17 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the complexity of hair loss causes, suggesting that DHT sensitivity alone doesn't fully explain it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and dutasteride.