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5 / 56 resultslearn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Reduced Linear Hair Growth Rates of Vellus and Terminal Hairs Produced by Human Balding Scalp Grafted onto Nude Mice
Balding scalps slow down hair growth.
research Hair Cortisol Concentrations Are Associated With Hair Growth Rate
Hair cortisol levels can indicate stress over the past three months.
research Gender Differences in Scalp Hair Growth Rates Are Maintained but Reduced in Pattern Hair Loss Compared to Controls
Women's hair grows faster and thicker than men's, but hair growth slows for both genders with pattern hair loss.
research Why Care About Linear Hair Growth Rates? A Study Using In Vivo Imaging and Computer-Assisted Image Analysis After Manual Processing in Unaffected Male Controls and Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss
Thicker hair grows faster; hair loss patients have slower growth.
research Assessment of Rate of Hair Growth Using a Simple Trichometer
The trichometer accurately measures hair growth and is easy to use.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Melatonin and hair growth: legit or scam?
Melatonin may improve hair growth rate and thickness. The user is seeking input on the legitimacy of this claim.
community Oral Biotin and Topical Minoxidil have a synergy effect in increasing hair growth, the study was only done in healthy subjects and it was only 14 days but it does prove that biotin can play a significant role as an adjunct treatment.
Oral biotin combined with topical minoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.
community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.
Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.
community 3 months on fin/min/micro needling/scalp massages
User experienced significant hair growth in 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and scalp massages. Others questioned the authenticity of the results due to the rapid progress.
community Summaries of Finasteride Studies
Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.