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GlossaryGlycosaminoglycans

long sugar chains in connective tissues aiding structure and signaling

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) are long, unbranched polysaccharides composed of repeating disaccharide units that play a crucial role in the extracellular matrix of connective tissues. They help maintain structural integrity, provide lubrication in joints, and are involved in cell signaling processes.

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research Hair Histology and Glycosaminoglycans Distribution Probed by Infrared Spectral Imaging: Focus on Heparan Sulfate Proteoglycan and Glypican-1 During Hair Growth Cycle

9 citations , January 2021 in “Biomolecules”

Infrared spectral imaging can map hair growth proteins and sugars without staining.

research Glycosaminoglycans of Hair Follicles of Dog Skin

9 citations , January 1975 in “The Histochemical Journal”

Dog hair follicles contain important molecules that may affect hair growth.

research Isolation and Quantification of Glycosaminoglycans from Human Hair Shaft

6 citations , January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Human hair contains more glycosaminoglycans in children than adults, and these compounds decrease with age, possibly affecting hair thickness.

Sulfation of Minoxidil in Keratinocytes and Hair Follicles and the Stimulatory Effect of Minoxidil on the Biosynthesis of Glycosaminoglycans

research Sulfation of Minoxidil in Keratinocytes and Hair Follicles and the Stimulatory Effect of Minoxidil on the Biosynthesis of Glycosaminoglycans

5 citations , December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences”

Minoxidil boosts hair growth by undergoing a process in hair follicles and certain skin cells, and by increasing the production of compounds essential for hair growth and maintenance.

research Hair Growth-Promoting Activities of Glycosaminoglycans Extracted from the Tunics of Ascidian (Halocynthia Roretzi)

3 citations , March 2022 in “Polymers”

Substances from Ascidian tunics might help treat hair loss as effectively as Minoxidil.

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

in Research/Science 81 upvotes 1 year 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 DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 9 months ago

DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

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

in Research/Science 74 upvotes 1 year 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 Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

in Research/Science 262 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.