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GlossaryPiloerection

involuntary hair follicle contraction causing goosebumps

Piloerection, commonly known as goosebumps, is the involuntary reaction where tiny muscles at the base of hair follicles contract, causing the hair to stand up. This response is typically triggered by cold temperatures or emotional stimuli such as fear or excitement, and is a vestigial reflex inherited from our ancestors, who had more body hair and used this mechanism to appear larger or to trap an insulating layer of air.

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Single Follicular Unit Transplantation Reconstructs Arrector Pili Muscle and Nerve Connections and Restores Functional Hair Follicle Piloerection

research Single Follicular Unit Transplantation Reconstructs Arrector Pili Muscle and Nerve Connections and Restores Functional Hair Follicle Piloerection

13 citations, March 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Hair transplant surgery can rebuild muscle and nerve connections, allowing transplanted hairs to stand up like normal hairs.

research Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Agonist Induced Piloerection Protects Against the Development of Traction Alopecia

5 citations, December 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Using a certain drug on the skin can help prevent hair loss caused by pulling on the hair.

research Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Agonist Induced Piloerection Protects Against the Development of Traction Alopecia

April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Phenylephrine may help prevent hair loss from pulling on the hair roots.

research Beyond Goosebumps: Does the Arrector Pili Muscle Have a Role in Hair Loss?

31 citations, January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology”

The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.

research Describing Hair and Related Abnormalities

January 2012 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association”

The document explains hair growth, hair loss types, and other hair-related terms.

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community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens.

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.

Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

in Research 411 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.

community Why the fuck dont my temples/ vertcle bars become more thicker?

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is frustrated with slow and thin hair regrowth at the temples despite using Minoxidil for six months, along with dermastamping, oiling, vitamins, and exercise. They are seeking advice on why vellus hairs are not thickening.

community 3-month progress of hair regrowth

in Progress Pictures 266 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 29-year-old male shares his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting no side effects and light initial shedding. He is encouraged by the results and plans to continue the treatment.

community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 92 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

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