32 citations
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January 1966 in “Archives of Dermatology”
This study found that using sulfur 35 L-cystine for measuring linear hairgrowth is accurate, cosmetically acceptable, and safe in both experimental animals and humans.
4 citations
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October 2009 in “Skin research and technology”
This study found that tristimulus colorimetry is a sensitive and quantitative method for projecting hairgrowth rates in depilated mice, and it observed that 890 nm LED irradiation promotes hair regrowth.
2 citations
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January 1994 in “Journal of S C C J”
This study found that objective measurements of hairgrowth, such as hairgrowth rate and diameter, can provide a more accurate evaluation of androgenic alopecia than subjective grading alone.
26 citations
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March 1986 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”
Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.
The user experienced significant hairgrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but noticed nipple changes, suggesting early gynecomastia. They plan to stop the treatment and consider blood work to check hormonal balance.
The individual had a hair transplant in Turkey with 4052 grafts, resulting in significant hairgrowth and increased confidence. They use finasteride, rosemary oil, and vitamins, and are pleased with the natural-looking results, encouraging others to consider similar treatments.
Different minoxidil formulations affect hairgrowth and side effects. Higher propylene glycol and pH levels improve effectiveness but can cause scalp irritation.
TDM-105795 showed promising hairgrowth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
A user tried various hairgrowth treatments, including drinking topical minoxidil, using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and applying GHK-Cu, growth hormone peptides, and liposomal sulforaphane. They experienced thicker hair, while others discussed the risks and benefits of these methods.
Does caffeine stimulate hairgrowth or only slow hair loss?Caffeine stimulates hair follicles in laboratory cultures, and one open-label trial in 210 men found a 0.2% caffeine topical non-inferior to minoxidil 5% on an anagen-ratio endpoint; there is no placebo-controlled evidence that it regrows hair, and none at all in alopecia areata or telogen effluvium.