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    Glossaryhair cell differentiation

    process where cells become specialized to form hair structures

    Hair cell differentiation is the process by which unspecialized cells develop into specialized hair cells, which are responsible for producing hair. This involves a series of genetic and biochemical changes that enable these cells to form the structures necessary for hair growth, such as the hair shaft and follicle. Understanding this process is crucial for developing treatments for hair loss conditions like alopecia.

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      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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      the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil

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      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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