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    GlossaryGray Hair (Greying Hair)

    reduced melanin production in hair follicles causes color loss

    Gray hair, also known as canities, occurs when the pigment-producing cells in hair follicles, called melanocytes, decrease their production of melanin. This reduction in melanin leads to hair strands losing their color and appearing gray or white. The process is often associated with aging but can also be influenced by genetic factors, stress, and certain medical conditions.

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      learn GHK-Cu

      a copper peptide showing promise in both regrowth and reversing gray hair

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      Hair Greying in Castrated Mice

      research Hair Greying in Castrated Mice

      September 2022 in “F1000Research”
      Removing hair from mice without reproductive glands led to grey hair, possibly helping to understand greying in aging.
      Hair in Health and Disease: An Introduction

      research Hair in Health and Disease: An Introduction

      3 citations, January 2012 in “Wageningen Academic Publishers eBooks”
      Hair health depends on various factors and hair loss can significantly affect a person's well-being; understanding hair biology is key for creating effective hair care treatments.
      Alopecia Areata Update

      research Alopecia Areata Update

      85 citations, October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.

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      community Started to See Progress but Greying Out

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment regimen including Minokem N, topical finasteride+minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for three months and has seen progress. However, they've also noticed an increase in grey hair, particularly on the sides of their head, and are seeking advice.

      community 4 months - Oral Min /Fin update!

      in Progress Pictures  186 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting significant hair growth and some greying. Replies praised the results and inquired about the user's age, who is 33.

      community 13 month min/fin progress update

      in Progress Pictures  379 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The conversation is about a user's 13-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement but considering a hair transplant for increased density. The user also takes biotin and saw palmetto, uses Hims shampoo, and plans to consult a surgeon for potential grafts.

      community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.