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GlossaryHair Follicle Matrix

region with rapidly dividing cells producing hair shaft

The hair follicle matrix is a critical part of the hair follicle located at the base of the hair bulb. It contains rapidly dividing cells that produce the hair shaft and the inner root sheath. These matrix cells are responsible for the growth and formation of new hair, making them essential for hair regeneration and overall hair health.

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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 3 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

in Research/Science 666 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

community Sugars ARE important for hair growth | Glycosaminoglycans as Hair Growth Stimulant

in Research/Science 75 upvotes 3 months ago

Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.

community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

in Chat 158 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 594 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video

in Research/Science 69 upvotes 4 months ago

Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.

community HairClone developing cell replacement treatments for Hair Loss

6 upvotes 5 years ago

HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.

community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss

in Research/Science 314 upvotes 2 months ago

A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 102 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community Remember to take care of your hair condition.

in Chat 107 upvotes 3 years ago

Taking care of hair condition through the use of shampoo, conditioner, oils and scalp scrubs, as well as advice on using Nizoral and Naturebox Olive Shampoo. Replies also included discussion about whether a bad shampoo could be causing hair loss.

community Age-linked hair loss caused by disappearing collagen, researchers say

57 upvotes 4 years ago

Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.

community microneedle, any long term users damage?

in Microneedling 35 upvotes 5 months ago

Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

23 upvotes 5 years ago

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.

community I will have it cured by morning

in Research/Science 370 upvotes 1 year ago

Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.

community Why Is Only Tressless Talking About Verteporfin? Healing Wounds With Zero Scarring Has Gargantuan Implications For All of Medicine. So What Gives?

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 1 year ago

The potential of verteporfin to heal wounds without scarring; however, despite its promising preclinical trials and coverage from a major media outlet, there is still no official clinical trial result and the drug has only garnered attention from hair loss communities.

community Do you think these will work? Some of these companies claim to have a cure by 2019-2025

8 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness of hair loss treatments, with some companies claiming to have a cure by 2019-2025. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 159 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.

community Sandalore: a scientific homemade approch

20 upvotes 6 years ago

The post discusses using Sandalore as a potential hair loss treatment, emphasizing precise measurements and safe handling. The user compares Sandalore's effects to Minoxidil and mentions preparing a solution with ethanol and DMSO.

community Best Treatment In The Pipeline?

in Chat 15 upvotes 4 months ago

New treatments for AGA are emerging, including pyrilutumide, gt0029, scube3, kx-826, and pp405. Verteporfin is mentioned as a promising option.

community Is it time for my 3-Year Old Nephew to get on Fin & Min? 😓

in Satire 517 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss in a 3-year-old, with various treatments discussed such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841 and biotin supplementation. Some people suggested shaving the head and growing a beard or getting a partial hairpiece instead of attempting to treat it.

community Oral minoxidil is not good for your health, let’s use research chemicals bought from AliExpress

in Satire 551 upvotes 1 year ago

. This conversation discussed the efficacy of Minoxidil and Finasteride as treatments for hair loss, with a focus on the potential side effects of taking Oral Minoxidil. Some users shared their experiences with both treatments and there was debate over whether they were safe or not.

community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline

in Transgender 717 upvotes 1 month ago

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

community Boys, ALWAYS do your due diligence before going the hair transplant route!

in Transplants 641 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experiences with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and hair transplants, in relation to another person who has been publicly vocal about their own hair loss struggles. People have shared opinions on this other person's treatment choices and the results of their hair transplant.

community “Guys, am I norwood 3? Should I take fin?”

in Satire 446 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss, and treatments such as finasteride and oral minoxidil being discussed. Some people shared stories of their personal experiences while others gave humorous replies.

community 8 mos: oral (Du, Min), topical (Min, Ru, Ketoconazole), microneedling. NW7 for 7 years

in Progress Pictures 945 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's success in hair regrowth after taking oral and topical medications, such as minoxidil and dutasteride, and using microneedling. Other users shared their experiences and advice with treatments used to reverse hair loss.

community 4.5 Months on oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, weekly microneedling at 1.5mm

in Progress Pictures 81 upvotes 1 year ago

User tried oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm for hair loss. Others commented on the significant improvement and potential for future hair transplant.

community Hair follicle cloning is already possible

in Chat 38 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.

community Hair follicle neogenesis

6 upvotes 9 years ago

A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.

community Update: A New Therapeutic Channel - Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss can be treated by correcting glucose metabolism in hair follicles and using equol as a safer DHT blocker. Production of these treatments is starting soon, and a Discord channel is available for more information.

community A New Therapeutic Channel to Come Soon: Hair Follicle Sugar Metabolism and Aldose Reductase

in Research/Science 131 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.