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research Topical Application of a Protein Kinase C Inhibitor Reduces Skin and Hair Pigmentation

60 citations , January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study found that inhibiting PKC-β activity with bisindolylmaleimide reduces pigmentation in the skin and hair of guinea pigs and mice by preventing tyrosinase activation.

research Soymilk reduces hair growth and hair follicle dimensions

23 citations , December 2001 in “Experimental dermatology”

This study found that soybean-derived serine protease inhibitors and soymilk may influence hair pigmentation and growth, suggesting their potential use in hair care and management.

research Panax notoginseng saponins loaded W/O microemulsion for alopecia therapy with panthenol as cosurfactant to reduce skin irritation

August 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

This study found that a specially designed water-in-oil microemulsion containing Panax notoginseng saponins improved hair density and other hair health indicators in mice with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia, offering a promising multi-mechanism strategy for alopecia treatment with potentially fewer side effects than traditional methods.

research Effects of Oral Supplementation of Muttaijow complexTM on Human Skin, Hair and Nail Physiology

1 citations , May 2021 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences”

This study observed that taking 500mg/day of Microcore’s Muttaijow ComplexTM for 12 weeks significantly improved the appearance of skin, hair, and nails in healthy middle-aged adults.

research Effects of Oral Supplementation of TrichovitalsTM on Human Skin, Hair and Nail Physiology

May 2021 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences”

In this study, oral supplementation of Microcore’s TrichovitalsTM significantly improved the appearance of facial skin, hair, and nails over 12 weeks in healthy middle-aged adults compared to a control group.

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community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

in Chat 29 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

community Korean treatment that literally made me confident to tie my hair up.

in Treatment 30 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with MoriTint, a Korean scalp micro pigmentation technique that enhances the appearance of hair density without being permanent. They now offer this service in Los Angeles and emphasize its benefits for those with thinning hair, while clarifying it is not suitable for those with significant hair loss or baldness.

community Prevention of age-related beard graying in humans by the topical application of Eriodictyon angustifolium extract

5 upvotes 4 years ago

Topical application of Eriodictyon angustifolium extract can prevent and reverse age-related beard graying and darken gray hair by increasing melanin production. Sterubin, a component of the extract, also promotes hair pigmentation and protects cells from DNA damage.

community 1 year progress. That's why i say consistency is key.

in Progress Pictures 312 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after resuming treatment with oral minoxidil and dutasteride, following an initial period of using finasteride and minoxidil. They noted improvements in hair density and pigmentation, attributing the progress to consistent use of these treatments.

community Just received my 2 Deoxy D Ribose wish me luck🫡

245 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is trying 2-deoxy-D-ribose with distilled water for hair growth, observing new hair and skin pigmentation changes. Others compare it to Minoxidil, expressing interest and caution about its effectiveness and safety.

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Prostaglandin eye drop used for glaucoma and eyelash growth

learn Botox

Can Botox reduce chronic hair shedding? Whether Botox reduces chronic shedding is unknown: one very small 2022 trial in telogen effluvium had no placebo arm, and the blood-flow theory is unproven. Scalp Botox for hair loss is off-label, and all botulinum toxin products carry an FDA boxed warning.

learn Cetirizine

How does cetirizine reduce inflammation linked to hair loss? Cetirizine is proposed to lower prostaglandin D2 and raise prostaglandin E2 around hair follicles; three small trials of a compounded 1% topical report modest increases in hair density and shaft thickness, with minoxidil doing better head-to-head. Topical cetirizine is off-label and unapproved for hair loss, and the evidence is too thin to call it effective or safe.

learn Folic acid

Can folic acid help reduce hair loss in men and women, and how should it be taken? Correcting a confirmed folate deficiency is reasonable, but no published trial shows folic acid supplementation reduces hair loss on its own; the evidence is a few small observational studies and reviews that call for proper trials.

learn Ginkgo biloba

Can ginkgo biloba reduce scalp inflammation that contributes to hair loss? There is no human evidence that ginkgo reduces scalp inflammation or helps hair loss. Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk and interact with medicines, so talk to a doctor or pharmacist first.

learn Hyaluronic Acid

Can hyaluronic acid help reduce scalp irritation from medical treatments like minoxidil? Untested. A plain moisturizer may ease dryness, but persistent itching or rash on minoxidil should be checked by a doctor, as it can be an allergy.

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