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    GlossaryPigmented Hair Follicles

    structures in skin producing hair with melanin pigment

    Pigmented hair follicles are the structures in the skin that produce hair containing melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color. These follicles have active melanocytes, which are cells that synthesize and transfer melanin to the hair shaft, giving it its characteristic color, whether it be black, brown, blonde, or red.

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      community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       17 upvotes 6 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

      community Quit Minoxidil, keep gains w/ Fin and Stemoxydine? | Self-experiment

      in Minoxidil  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experimenting with quitting using Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and Stemoxydine in order to keep hair loss gains, but other users warning the original poster of potential shedding. Another user suggested phasing out Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and microneedling instead.

      community Did UCLA Just Cure Baldness? Check this Out!

      in Research/Science  974 upvotes 7 months ago
      UCLA's PP405 shows promise in reactivating dormant hair follicles for hair loss treatment but is still in clinical trials. Minoxidil and finasteride remain common treatments until PP405 becomes available.

      community New article on PP405..........

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 5 months ago
      Scientists at UCLA have developed a promising treatment for male pattern baldness using a molecule called PP405, which can potentially stimulate dormant hair follicles. Initial trials showed significant results within a week, but larger clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.