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Glossary Hair Protection

practices and products used to shield hair from damage

Hair protection refers to the practices and products used to shield hair from damage caused by environmental factors, styling tools, and chemical treatments. This includes using heat protectants before using blow dryers or straighteners, wearing hats to guard against UV radiation, and applying conditioners or oils to maintain moisture and prevent breakage. For professionals, understanding hair protection is crucial for recommending appropriate treatments and products to maintain hair health and prevent conditions like alopecia.

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research Epidermal Growth Factor Upregulates Production of Supernumerary Hair Cells in Neonatal Rat Organ of Corti Explants

33 citations , January 2000 in “Acta Oto-Laryngologica”

In this study, epidermal growth factor (EGF) was shown to increase the length of rat organ of Corti segments containing supernumerary hair cells, with the effect peaking at birth and independent of cell division.

research 730 M2 macrophages promote wound induced hair neogenesis through the production of growth factors

April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study suggests that infiltrating M2 macrophages promote wound-induced hair neogenesis in mice by producing growth factors that activate the wnt signaling pathway during the late phase of wound healing.

research Dietary isoflavone increases insulin-like growth factor-I production, thereby promoting hair growth in mice

29 citations , March 2011 in “The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry”

Eating isoflavone can help mice grow hair by increasing a growth factor.

Effect of Topical Application of Raspberry Ketone on Dermal Production of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I in Mice and on Hair Growth and Skin Elasticity in Humans

research Effect of topical application of raspberry ketone on dermal production of insulin-like growth factor-I in mice and on hair growth and skin elasticity in humans

39 citations , March 2008 in “Growth hormone & IGF research”

Raspberry ketone may help grow hair and improve skin elasticity.

Naturally Occurring Hair Growth Peptide: Water-Soluble Chicken Egg Yolk Peptides Stimulate Hair Growth Through Induction of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Production

research Naturally Occurring Hair Growth Peptide: Water-Soluble Chicken Egg Yolk Peptides Stimulate Hair Growth Through Induction of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Production

6 citations , March 2018 in “Journal of Medicinal Food”

This study demonstrated that water-soluble peptides from egg yolk, termed "hair growth peptide," stimulated human hair follicle cell growth and improved hair growth in female pattern hair loss.

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community Detransitioning, questions about hair loss prevention while body ramps back up testosterone production

in Transgender 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses preventing hair loss during detransitioning, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers. The user is also considering rosemary oil and monitoring testosterone levels.

community Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

78 upvotes 4 months ago

DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

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Learn

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learn Microneedling

technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

learn Epidermal Growth Factor

learn Stem Cell Factor

learn Estradiol

an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

learn Melatonin

hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

learn Osteopontin

What role does Osteopontin play in protecting and repairing hair follicles? Osteopontin protects and repairs hair follicles by signaling cells to survive and recover.

learn Keratin

What role does keratin play in strengthening weak or thinning hair? Keratin strengthens hair by forming protective structures that prevent breakage and thinning.

learn Niacinamide

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

learn vitamin b2

How does Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) support hair strength and thickness? Vitamin B5 supports hair strength and thickness by aiding energy production in hair follicles.

learn Low Level Laser Therapy

How does low level laser therapy actually stimulate hair growth? Low-level laser therapy stimulates hair growth by enhancing cellular energy production in hair follicles.

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