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      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

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      Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles

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      precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects

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      compound that activates Wnt/β-catenin to promote hair regrowth and create new hair follicles

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      a signaling molecule from dermal papilla cells being actively researched

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      community Novel effect of sildenafil (cialis) on hair growth

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.

      community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

       19 upvotes 5 years ago
      Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

      community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  142 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.

      community Seriously confused about minoxidil's method of action

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses confusion about how Minoxidil promotes hair growth compared to other substances like Menthol, which have similar actions. The user mentions personal positive results with peppermint oil extract and is currently trying L-citrulline for its vasodilation effects.