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April 2022 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” CXCL12 protein slows down hair growth through its receptor CXCR4. Blocking this can potentially increase hair growth.
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November 2008 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Artificial hair implantation is generally safe and can restore hair when other treatments fail, but some patients may experience side effects.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” QR678 treatments were more effective and comfortable for male hair loss than PRP treatments.
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