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    GlossaryHolocrine Secretion

    cells disintegrate to release their contents

    Holocrine secretion is a process where entire cells disintegrate to release their contents. This type of secretion is seen in sebaceous glands of the skin, where the cells burst to release sebum, an oily substance that helps lubricate and protect hair and skin.

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      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

      in Research/Science  321 upvotes 4 months ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.