Search
forLearn
5 / 6 resultslearn Overview
learn Exosomes
Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
learn Valproic acid
an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
learn Epidermal Growth Factor
Research
5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein Forms Part of the Connective Tissue of Normal Human Hair Follicles
A protein called COMP is part of the connective tissue in normal human hair follicles and may be important for hair health.
research Towards Dissecting the Pathogenesis of Retinoid-Induced Hair Loss: All-Trans Retinoic Acid Induces Premature Hair Follicle Regression by Upregulation of Transforming Growth Factor-β2 in the Dermal Papilla
All-trans retinoic acid causes hair loss by increasing TGF-β2 in hair follicle cells.
research P53 Involvement in the Control of Murine Hair Follicle Regression
The p53 protein helps control hair follicle shrinking by promoting cell death in mice.
research Exogenous Stimulation with Eclipta Alba Promotes Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Downregulates TGF-β1 Expression in Nude Mice
Eclipta alba extract helps increase hair growth and decrease hair loss-related protein in mice.
research Development of Predictive Regression Model for Perceived Hair Breakage in Indian Consumers
The model predicts hair breakage based on key hair properties and helps product developers.
Community Join
5 / 347 resultscommunity Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)
Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.
community Mark Normand talks about finasteride experience
The conversation is about hair loss and the use of finasteride as a treatment. Some users share their positive experiences with finasteride, while others mention side effects they have experienced.
community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.
community Regression report from 2017 to 2025
The user stopped finasteride for family planning but plans to restart it and is considering dutasteride. Users discuss the safety of finasteride during family planning, with some sharing experiences of having healthy children while on the medication.
community Regretting my hair transplant — 5 months in and still patchy/thin
The user regrets their hair transplant after 5 months due to patchy and thin hair, despite starting finasteride at the same time. Many recommend waiting 12-18 months for results and using finasteride and minoxidil before and after the transplant.