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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Highly Resistant Structure Between the Cuticle and the Cortex of Human Hair. II. CARB, a Penetration Barrier
CARB is a strong barrier in human hair that prevents dye penetration.
research Prevention of Follicular Penetration: Barrier-Enhancing Formulations Against the Penetration of Pollen Allergens into Hair Follicles
Special creams can significantly reduce pollen allergens getting into hair follicles.
research Comparison of the Skin Penetration of Garcinia Mangostana Extract in Particulate and Non-Particulate Form
Encapsulated Garcinia mangostana extract in cream penetrates skin better than other forms.
research Penetration of Different Molecular Weight Hydrolysed Keratins into Hair Fibres and Their Effects on the Physical Properties of Textured Hair
Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
research Delivery and Targeting of Nanoparticles into Hair Follicles
Nanoparticles can improve skin treatments by better targeting hair follicles, but more research is needed for advancement.
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5 / 169 resultscommunity A Scientific Perspective in Microneedling for Alopecia
The post and conversation are about microneedling as a treatment for alopecia. It provides a comprehensive review of scientific literature on the technique and its application.
community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
community Dutasteride actually has different half lives depending on dose
Dutasteride's half-life varies with dosage, and lower doses can be effective with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. Some users report different side effects with dutasteride and finasteride, and extreme dosages of dutasteride are unnecessary and potentially harmful.
community Does seborrheic dermatitis block absorption of topicals?
User wonders if seborrheic dermatitis blocks absorption of topicals for hair loss. They use nizoral to improve the condition but it's not fully gone.
community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results
A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.