learn Microneedling
technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
Search
for
Did you mean Mechanical Stress?
Learn
5 / 801 resultslearn Epidermal Growth Factor
learn sh-Polypeptide-7
learn methylsulfonylmethane
learn wheat germ
Research
5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Expansion of specialized epidermis induced by hormonal state and mechanical strain
Hormones and stretching both needed for nipple area skin growth in mice.
research Expansion of specialized epidermis induced by hormonal state and mechanical strain
Nipple area expansion in mice needs both pregnancy hormones and mechanical strain.
research Efeito da radiação ultravioleta na cor, na perda proteica e nas propriedades mecanicas do cabelo
UV radiation causes significant protein loss and color changes in hair, especially blond hair.
research Strain and Strain Recovery of Human Hair from the Nano- to the Macroscale
Human hair can almost fully recover its structure within about 1,000 minutes after being stretched.
research Understanding Curly Hair Mechanics: Fiber Strength
Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
Community Join
5 / 140 resultscommunity Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.
Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.
community I am actually regrowing my hairline without minoxidil or finasteride (mechanical stimulation)
Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.
community The Real Reason For Hair Loss?
Hair loss is linked to scalp fibrosis and tension, which result from chronic mechanical stress and androgenic signaling. Treatments include blocking androgens with finasteride, promoting hair growth with topical minoxidil, and improving scalp mobility through exercises.
community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do
A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.