learn Bimatoprost a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F2α Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2α) Research and Therapeutics 43 citations, July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews” New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F2a Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2a) Research and Therapeutics 1 citations, January 2013 Bimatoprost treats glaucoma and promotes hair growth, with potential for more medical uses.
research Characterization of Prostaglandin F2α Receptors in Human Eyelids 9 citations, August 2014 in “European journal of ophthalmology” PGF2α receptors in human eyelids are found in specific parts of hair follicles, explaining eyelash changes with glaucoma treatment.
research Therapeutic Potential of Bimatoprost for the Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis 34 citations, February 2018 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Bimatoprost is safe and effective for improving eyebrow hair.
research Fatty Acids and Related Lipid Mediators in the Regulation of Cutaneous Inflammation 28 citations, January 2018 in “Biochemical Society Transactions” Certain fats in the skin help control inflammation and health, and changing these fats through diet or supplements might treat skin inflammation.