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GlossaryInterleukin-6

protein involved in immune response and inflammation

Interleukin-6 (IL-6) is a type of protein called a cytokine that plays a crucial role in the body's immune response. It is involved in inflammation and infection responses, as well as the regulation of metabolic, regenerative, and neural processes. Elevated levels of IL-6 are often associated with chronic inflammatory diseases and conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata.

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research Interleukin-6 Null Mice Paradoxically Display Increased STAT3 Activity and Wound-Induced Hair Neogenesis

16 citations, January 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Mice without the IL-6 gene had more hair growth after injury due to higher activity of a related protein, Stat3.

research Interleukin-6 from Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Promotes Tissue Repair by Increasing Cell Proliferation and Hair Follicles in Ischemia/Reperfusion-Treated Skin Flaps

14 citations, November 2019 in “Mediators of inflammation”

IL-6 from stem cells helps repair skin and grow hair.

research Interleukin 6 and STAT3 Regulate p63 Isoform Expression in Keratinocytes During Regeneration

11 citations, November 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology”

The conclusion is that the IL-6/STAT3 activation affects p63 expression in healing wounds, which may help in hair follicle regeneration.

research Different Levels of EGF, VEGF, IL-6, MCP-1, MCP-3, IP-10, Eotaxin and MIP-1α in Adipose Derived Stem Cells Secretome in Androgenetic Alopecia

January 2021

Higher levels of certain proteins in hair loss areas may help understand and treat hair loss.

Inhibition of 5α-Reductase, IL-6 Secretion, and Oxidation Process of Equisetum Debile Extract as Functional Food and Nutraceutical Ingredients

research Inhibition of 5α-Reductase, IL-6 Secretion, and Oxidation Process of Equisetum Debile Extract as Functional Food and Nutraceutical Ingredients

49 citations, October 2017 in “Nutrients”

Equisetum debile extract, especially the ethyl acetate type, may be a promising natural ingredient for anti-hair loss products.

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community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 6 months ago

NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

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Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.