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research Ceramide binding to African–American hair fibre correlates with resistance to hair breakage

45 citations , February 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This study found that a ceramide derived from sphinganine can bind to African–American hair, reducing breakage when applied in a shampoo after relaxing treatments.

research Ultrastructural Localization of S100A3, a Cysteine-rich, Calcium Binding Protein, in Human Scalp Hair Shafts Revealed by Rapid-freezing Immunocytochemistry

40 citations , April 1999 in “Journal of Histochemistry & Cytochemistry”

In this study, the researchers identified the specific subcellular localization of the protein S100A3 in the endocuticle and cortex of human hair shafts.

research Volume Changes During Water Binding to Hair Fibers

3 citations , August 1980 in “Acs Symposium Series”

Hair increases in size when it absorbs water, and treatments like bleaching affect how much water it can take in.

Expression of Calcium-Binding S100 Proteins A4 and A6 in Regions of the Epithelial Sac Associated with the Onset of Hair Follicle Regeneration

research Expression of Calcium-Binding S100 Proteins A4 and A6 in Regions of the Epithelial Sac Associated with the Onset of Hair Follicle Regeneration

72 citations , June 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study suggests that S100A4 and S100A6 proteins may play key roles in activating stem cells for hair follicle regeneration in mice.

research Differential expression and functionality of ATP-binding cassette transporters in the human hair follicle

25 citations , November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found various ABC transporters are transcribed in human hair follicles, suggesting their possible role in HF biology and potential for new therapeutic interventions.

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community Cold and Japanese researchers. The Japanese began to suspect something. But they understood the mechanism to some extent. ( Cold shock therapy promotes hair growth in association with upregulation of cold-inducible RNA-binding protein and vascular endothelial growth factor).

36 upvotes 1 year ago

Cold shock therapy may promote hair growth, but cold alone is not effective. Combining treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, cold showers, spicy foods, and exercise may enhance results.

community Hair transplanting pubes and ass hairs: Pros and cons

307 upvotes 1 year ago

Transplanting pubic and butt hair to the head is discussed humorously, highlighting pros like DHT resistance and cons like poor blending and appearance. Users joke about using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 on unconventional donor areas.

community Almost 4 months on GHK-Cu hair growth progress

in Progress Pictures 41 upvotes 4 months ago

OP noticed fuller and thicker hair after almost 4 months of using GHK-Cu, a copper-binding peptide, through subcutaneous injections. Some users were skeptical, questioning the authenticity and potential commercial intent behind the post.

community Counter-update: Cbum's transplant DOESNT look super good now

223 upvotes 1 year ago

Cbum's hair transplant is criticized for looking unnatural and not blending well, with some suggesting better results were expected given his resources. Discussions also cover the effects of steroids and finasteride on hair loss and muscle growth.

community It’s really starting to work now…5 months on .5mg fin/dut and 2.5min

106 upvotes 8 months ago

The user reported significant hair improvement after 5 months using 0.5mg finasteride/dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, with plans to grow out their hair. They switched to dutasteride 3 weeks ago and noticed no shedding, with their hairline blending better into their scalp.

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learn Hair Fibers

Do hair fibers wash out easily, or do you need a special shampoo to remove them? There is no published trial comparing shampoos for removing hair fibers. Because the fibers cling by static rather than bonding chemically, and because users consistently report they rinse out with ordinary shampoo, the specialist fiber-removal shampoos do not appear to be necessary; a clarifying shampoo may help when fibers are layered under hairspray or gel.
Do hair fibers really make thinning hair look fuller, or is it just an illusion? Hair fibers create an optical illusion of fullness but do not actually thicken hair.
How do you apply hair fibers correctly so they stay in place all day? Apply hair fibers to clean, dry hair and use a setting spray for better hold.
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learn Exosomes

What does Fluridil do on the scalp, and how does it block the DHT hormone? Fluridil blocks DHT by binding to androgen receptors in hair follicles, preventing hair loss.

learn Estradiol

an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

learn GT20029

research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp

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