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research Effect of Protein 'Hair Straightener" on Hair Shaft by Scanning Electron Microscopy

September 2020 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences”

This study found that scanning electron microscopy revealed significant hair shaft changes in women using straighteners, but not in those using hair dye, suggesting its utility in assessing chemical treatment effects on hair.

research Protein loss in human hair from combination straightening and coloring treatments

18 citations , July 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

This study observed that combining hair dyeing with sodium hydroxide relaxers drastically increased protein loss in Caucasian virgin dark brown hair, while ammonium thioglycolate or guanidine hydroxide relaxers caused less damage.

research A New Permanent Straightening Process of Human Hair Using the Water Set

2 citations , January 2014 in “Sen i Gakkaishi”

This study verified that a new straightening process involving a flat iron, ammonium thioglycolate, and hydrogen peroxide may permanently straighten wavy hair by eliminating disulfide bond distortions.

Hair Straightening: Techniques, Chemicals, and Evolution

research Hair Straightening

March 2010 in “Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.

research Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro‐ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate‐based straightening emulsion

25 citations , May 2008 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

This study found that adding certain conditioning agents, including jojoba oil and lauryl PEG/PPG‐18/18 methicone, to ammonium thioglycolate straightening emulsions protected Afro-ethnic hair from protein loss and improved resistance to breakage.

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community Thanks God, my hair is back from dead.

in Progress Pictures 612 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% over 100 days, with plans to continue for a year before switching to a maintenance dose. Despite skepticism from others about using hair fibers, the user insists on the authenticity of their progress and reports no side effects from the treatment.

community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

1380 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

community This guy is 113 and has more hair than most people on here.

980 upvotes 5 years ago

A 113 year old man who has more hair than most people, and the conversation is discussing potential genetic factors that may be responsible for this. Possible treatments such as dermarolling and minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned.

community Finasteride & Minoxidil (7 months & 11 months)

1115 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared positive hair growth results using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin supplements over 7 to 11 months. They discussed application tips and side effects with others.

community Sept 2020 to June 2023. First 13 months on FIN. Now 20 months on DUT. Also use topical 5% Minoxidil. Turning 44 in four months.

874 upvotes 3 years ago

The post discusses a user's hair regrowth journey from September 2020 to June 2023, using treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and 5% Minoxidil. The user shares progress pictures, discusses the effects of the treatments, and answers questions about his routine and experiences.

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learn SCUBE3

What is SCUBE3 and why is it being studied as a potential breakthrough for hair regrowth? SCUBE3 is a signaling protein being studied for its potential to promote hair regrowth.
How does SCUBE3 work on hair follicles compared to treatments like minoxidil or finasteride? Laboratory research in mice reports that SCUBE3, a protein released by dermal papilla cells, signals dormant follicles to grow through the TGF-β pathway downstream of Hedgehog; minoxidil and finasteride instead work on blood flow to the follicle and on DHT, and unlike SCUBE3 they have decades of human trial data behind them. SCUBE3 has not been tested in human clinical trials and is not available as a medicine.

learn L-cysteine

What is L-cysteine, and why is it often included in hair growth supplements? L-cysteine supports hair growth by strengthening keratin, the main protein in hair.

learn Follistatin

glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

What is follistatin, and how does it influence hair follicle growth and regeneration? Follistatin blocks activin and related growth-inhibiting proteins, which in laboratory and animal work is described as keeping hair follicles in their growth phase; the only verifiable human evidence is a single small 2011 phase 1 injection trial, so follistatin remains experimental and is not an approved hair-loss treatment.

learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Biotin

supplement to help with hair texture and quality

learn Exosomes

Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles

learn Procyanidin

bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties

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