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August 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy”
PBX1 helps hairstemcells grow and change by turning on certain cell signals and preventing cell death, which may be useful for hair regrowth treatments.
MCL-1 is important for hairfolliclestemcell survival, but its impact on human hair regrowth is unclear. Minoxidil and finasteride are the main treatments, with doubts about new discoveries leading to effective human solutions soon.
Microneedling may enhance hair regrowth by transferring stemcells to dormant follicles, improving the effects of minoxidil. Users discuss using microneedling with needle lengths around 1.5mm to stimulate hair growth.
The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.