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Glossary Hair Follicle Microbiota

community of microorganisms living in and around hair follicles

Hair Follicle Microbiota refers to the community of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, that reside in and around hair follicles. These microorganisms play a role in maintaining scalp health, influencing conditions like dandruff, acne, and even hair loss. Understanding this microbiota can help in developing targeted treatments for various scalp and hair disorders.

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research Laser capture microdissection as a method for investigating the human hair follicle microbiome reveals region-specific differences in the bacteriome profile

8 citations , March 2023 in “BMC Research Notes”

This pilot study explored a new method using laser-capture microdissection and 16S rRNA gene sequencing to analyze the human scalp hair follicle microbiome more accurately, revealing region-specific variations in microbial diversity and abundance.

research Can antibiotic‐induced changes in the composition of the hair follicle microbiome regulate human hair growth?

4 citations , April 2021 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This study shares preliminary findings that roxithromycin treatment tendentially increased hair shaft production and altered the hair follicle microbiota in human hair ex vivo, with substantial inter-individual differences observed.

Cyanoacrylate Glue as an Effective Skin-Decontamination Method for Hair Follicle Microbiome Sampling: Insights from a Nonhuman Model (Capreolus Capreolus)

research Cyanoacrylate glue as an effective skin-decontamination method for hair follicle microbiome sampling: insights from a nonhuman model (Capreolus capreolus)

June 2026 in “BMC Microbiology”

In this study, researchers demonstrated that using cyanoacrylate glue effectively reduces microbial contamination in biopsy samples from the skin surface of wild roe deer, offering valuable insights for human hair follicle microbiome research despite the nonhuman model.

research P08 Developing a rapid ATP assay to understand skin and hair follicle microbiome and assess skin microbiome dysbiosis

January 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study developed a rapid ATP assay that effectively measures microbial populations on the skin and tracks changes after microbiome dysbiosis, with findings suggesting that ethanol-cleansed skin takes longer to recover than tape-stripped skin.

research 762 Commensal microbiome promotes hair follicle regeneration by inducing keratinocyte HIF-1α signaling and glutamine metabolism

July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study identified that bacterially-induced metabolic changes in keratinocytes enhance skin and hair follicle regeneration, suggesting that modifying skin microbiome interactions may improve wound healing.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

Will scalp micropigmentation damage my existing hair or follicles? Scalp micropigmentation does not damage existing hair or follicles.
Will scalp micropigmentation grow my hair back? Scalp micropigmentation does not grow hair back; it only enhances appearance.
Does scalp micropigmentation look natural? Scalp micropigmentation can look natural if performed by a skilled practitioner.
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learn Niacinamide

How does Niacinamide support the hair follicle’s nutrition? Niacinamide nourishes hair follicles by boosting energy production and supporting antioxidant defenses.

learn Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

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glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects

learn Verteporfin

chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

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community Gut microbiome imbalances linked to scalp inflammation and hair follicle impact

in Technology 243 upvotes 4 months ago

Gut microbiome imbalances can cause scalp inflammation and affect hair follicles, potentially leading to hair loss. Treatments include finasteride, peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, KPV, and lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.

community Mallia Aesthetics achieves key regulatory steps for novel sCD83-derived ingredient for hair growth

24 upvotes 1 year ago

Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hair follicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.

community Update: A New Therapeutic Channel - Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism

11 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss can be treated by correcting glucose metabolism in hair follicles and using equol as a safer DHT blocker. Production of these treatments is starting soon, and a Discord channel is available for more information.

community Inflammation's surprising role in shrinking hair follicles and AGA

in Technology 66 upvotes 4 months ago

Inflammation plays a significant role in hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride being used to address it. Users discuss the benefits of anti-inflammatory treatments and peptides like KPV, alongside traditional hair loss treatments, to improve scalp health and hair quality.

community Study: There is 70x Higher Unconjugated DHT in Feces Compared To Blood Levels in Young Adults - Gut Microbiota Manages DHT Recycling and Metabolism

in Research/Science 194 upvotes 1 year ago

Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.

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