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Glossary Follicular Route

pathway for substances to penetrate skin via hair follicles

The follicular route refers to the pathway through which substances can penetrate the skin via hair follicles. This route is significant in dermatology and pharmacology because hair follicles provide a direct channel to deeper layers of the skin, allowing for more efficient delivery of topical medications and treatments.

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research Follicular transport route – Research progress and future perspectives

211 citations , February 2009 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics”

This review summarizes recent advancements in follicular targeting for drug delivery via hair follicles and calls for pilot studies in humans to explore potential clinical applications.

research In Silico Study on the Contribution of the Follicular Route to Dermal Permeability of Small Molecules

February 2024 in “Pharmaceutical research”

In this in silico study, researchers found that the hair follicle's contribution to dermal permeability of small molecules varies with the lipophilic and hydrophilic properties of substances, highlighting the need for careful characterization of substances filling the follicular route when interpreting experimental permeability data.

research Applications and limitations of lipid nanoparticles in dermal and transdermal drug delivery via the follicular route

95 citations , July 2015 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics”

This review discusses the application of lipid nanoparticles for enhancing drug delivery through hair follicles and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the potential role of sebum-like lipids in this context.

research Hair: A Review of Prominent Scalp Hair Changes throughout a Females’ Life

January 2014 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders”

This review discusses age-related and environmental factors affecting scalp hair changes in women, highlighting diagnostic complexities and ongoing research into targeted treatments, without reporting new clinical results.

research Heat Enhanced Follicular Delivery of Isotretinoin to the Skin

8 citations , June 2019 in “Pharmaceutical research”

This study found that using short durations of heat with chemical penetration enhancers improved isotretinoin delivery to human skin, especially via the hair follicles.

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community Pelage PP405: New Hair Growth from Inactive Follicular Units - Phase 2a results at AAD 2026

1080 upvotes 6 months ago

PP405, a topical treatment, shows promise for hair growth by activating inactive follicles, with 66% of participants experiencing positive results. The treatment is well-tolerated and may proceed directly to Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.

community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

48 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

community New vellus all over — just 9 days into once-daily 5% minoxidil.

161 upvotes 8 months ago

The user has been using 1 mg finasteride for three months and recently started using 5% minoxidil once daily, resulting in new vellus hair growth. The user is hopeful that minoxidil will positively impact terminal hairs and is considering adding a derma stamp to the routine.

community The Ultimate Guide to growing your hair back (revised).

in Treatment 161 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments include using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841. Lifestyle changes like increasing carb intake and moderate alcohol consumption are suggested to boost estrogen levels.

community Why does the age of hair loss matter?

38 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Age affects hair loss severity and treatment effectiveness, with younger individuals often experiencing more aggressive loss but potentially better regrowth due to less follicle miniaturization. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used, and early intervention is crucial for better outcomes.

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learn Minoxidil

Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

learn Hair Transplant

Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas

What is Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) in hair transplants? Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a minimally invasive hair transplant method that extracts individual hair follicles.
What is Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) in hair transplants? Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) involves removing a scalp strip for hair restoration.
What are the benefits of NeoGraft compared to manual FUE techniques in hair transplants? NeoGraft is a motorised, suction-assisted FUE device. Clinics say it is faster; no independent evidence was found that it improves graft survival or reduces the number of procedures compared with manual FUE.
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learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

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Clinics

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