research Blue Light Stimulatory Effect on Hair Growth Mediated by Opsin and Cryptochrome Photoreceptors
Blue light can help hair grow by affecting certain receptors in hair follicles.
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research Opsins and Cryptochrome Photoreceptors Mediate Blue Light Stimulatory Effect on Hair Growth
Blue light helps hair growth by affecting specific proteins in hair follicle cells.
research The Protective Role of miR-486 for Alopecia Areata
miR-486 may help prevent hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Does Mitochondrial Dysfunction Drive Immune Privilege Collapse in Lichen Planopilaris Pathogenesis?
Mitochondrial dysfunction may contribute to chronic inflammation and immune system issues in Lichen planopilaris.
research Interest of Panax Ginseng and Albizia Julibrissin Extracts to Prevent Age-Related Hair Density Reduction
Ginseng and Albizia extracts may help prevent age-related hair thinning.
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5 / 12 resultscommunity Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
community KX-826: Long-Term Safety Results are out!
KX-826 initially improves hair growth but declines after 24 weeks, with mild itching as a side effect. Combining it with minoxidil and finasteride may improve results, but long-term effectiveness is uncertain.
community Anything you use without scientific backing, just trusting your gut?
The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
community here is why isotretinoin might cause hair loss and maybe why dupa happens.
Isotretinoin may cause hair loss by increasing DHT through a precursor androgen, DHEAS. Treatments like topical antiandrogens (RU58841, pyrilutamide) and drugs increasing PPAR-y expression (pioglitazone) might prevent this hair loss.
community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.