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Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle

research Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle

32 citations, February 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Two specific hair keratin genes are active during hair growth and decline as hair transitions to rest.

research The Distribution of Melanocytes and the Degradation of Melanosomes in Fetal Hair Follicles

4 citations, January 2019 in “Micron”

Fetal hair follicles have melanocytes with melanosomes at different stages, which are broken down into pigment particles in keratinocytes.

research In Vitro Growth and Differentiation of Epithelial Cells Derived from Post-Embryonic Hair Follicles

7 citations, January 1982 in “Australian Journal of Biological Sciences”

Epithelial cells from young rat hair follicles grow and form aggregates in culture, but don't produce hair keratin proteins.

research A Function for Rac1 in the Terminal Differentiation and Pigmentation of Hair

11 citations, January 2012 in “Journal of cell science”

Rac1 is essential for proper hair structure and color.

research Absence of H2O2 Breakdown in Human Hair Medulla: Implications in Follicular Melanogenesis

1 citations, September 2018 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah”

Human hair medulla doesn't break down hydrogen peroxide, which may affect hair color formation.

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community 4 years of progress pics (Fin only). Hair feels way less dense and is constantly itchy. 30M.

in Progress Pictures 15 upvotes 1 year ago

User has been on Fin for 6 years and shares 4 years of progress pictures, noticing less dense and itchy hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist, considering Dutasteride and Minoxidil, checking bloodwork, and evaluating lifestyle factors.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground…

in Treatment 42 upvotes 10 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hair loss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.