August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The enzyme CD73 helps control human hair growth and could be targeted to treat hair growth disorders.
30 citations,
April 2017 in “European Journal of Cell Biology” CIP/KIP proteins help stop cell division and support hair growth.
11 citations,
November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Resveratrol may help hair grow, but more research is needed.
8 citations,
February 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lipids are crucial for healthy hair, protecting it from damage and breakage.
1 citations,
April 2023 in “Biomolecules” Fermented papaya and mangosteen in hair care products helped prevent hair loss and improve hair thickness.
May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” Water quality affects mineral content in hair, and coconut oil can protect against damage.
17 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The QR 678 hair growth treatment was safe and effective for hair regrowth in men and women.
11 citations,
June 2001 in “PubMed” Coconut oil can penetrate hair better than mineral oil, potentially protecting against damage.
6 citations,
August 2019 in “PLOS ONE” Gambogic Amide helps maintain hair color and promotes hair growth.
54 citations,
January 2018 in “Scientific reports” Human hair contains diverse proteins, including keratins and histones, which could help assess hair health and aging.
39 citations,
November 2007 in “Experimental dermatology” Human hair follicles contain a complex network of prostanoid receptors that may influence hair growth.
27 citations,
September 1988 in “PubMed” Hair follicle shape determines hair type: curly, straight, or in-between.
16 citations,
April 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Micro-current stimulation may promote hair growth more effectively than standard treatments.
4 citations,
January 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Human hair follicle dermal cells can help repair damaged hair follicles.
1 citations,
July 2015 in “PubMed” Human hair's strength comes from a honeycomb-like structure and macrofibrils.
64 citations,
January 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Human stem cells can help form hair follicles in mice.
1 citations,
September 2022 in “Journal of dermatological science” Certain vitamins and their derivatives can help hair grow longer by activating specific growth signals.
34 citations,
June 2009 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Vitamin C derivative helps hair grow longer by making cells produce a growth factor through a specific cellular pathway.
26 citations,
January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” Ecklonia cava polyphenols help increase human hair growth and reduce hair loss.
January 2013 in “Italian journal of anatomy and embryology” Platelet Rich Plasma can help human hair grow in a lab setting.
7 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of dermatological science” Apoptosis helps shape hair growth and prepares the skin for hair to emerge.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ashwagandha nanoparticles help hair grow by increasing a growth factor.
February 2024 in “Biomedical materials” Scientists created a lab-grown hair follicle model that behaves like real hair and could improve hair loss treatment research.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Electrical epilation damages hair follicles and surrounding skin, likely preventing hair regrowth.
29 citations,
March 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cyclosporine A promotes hair growth and prolongs the active growth phase in human hair follicles, but may work differently than in rodents.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ashwagandha nanoparticles help increase hair growth.
14 citations,
July 2017 in “Fitoterapia” Oleanolic acid promotes hair growth by increasing cell proliferation through the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
January 2019 in “Archives of dermatology and skin care” Biomimetic peptides were found to promote hair growth and prolong the growth phase in human hair follicles.
36 citations,
November 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Prolactin may affect hair growth differently based on gender and scalp area.
4 citations,
April 2021 in “Experimental Dermatology” Antibiotics might affect hair growth by changing the bacteria in hair follicles.