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research Alteration of serum and tissue tumor necrosis factor alpha levels: A possible mechanism of action of oral pulse steroids in the treatment of alopecia areata

5 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that oral pulse steroids significantly reduced serum and tissue levels of TNF-α in patients with alopecia areata, correlating with clinical improvement.

research Possible association of female-pattern hair loss with alteration in serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels

11 citations , January 2014 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found that women with female-pattern hair loss had significantly lower serum levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D compared to healthy controls, but it does not establish causation.

research Possible Association of Female-Pattern Hair Loss with Alteration in Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels

March 2023 in “Pakistan Journal of Medical and Health Sciences”

This study found that premenopausal women with female-pattern hair loss had significantly lower serum vitamin D levels compared to healthy controls, suggesting a potential role of vitamin D deficiency in this condition.

research Ceramide synthase 4 deficiency in mice causes lipid alterations in sebum and results in alopecia

67 citations , April 2014 in “Biochemical Journal”

This study found that mice deficient in ceramide synthase 4 showed altered sebum composition and progressive hair loss due to obstructed hair canals.

Human Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Exhibit High HLA-DR Levels and Altered Cellular Characteristics Under Xeno-Free and Serum-Free Conditions

research Human Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Exhibit High HLA-DR Levels and Altered Cellular Characteristics under a Xeno-free and Serum-free Condition

12 citations , September 2021 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports”

This study suggests that StemMACS MSC Expansion Media is more suitable than PowerStem MSC1 media for expanding therapeutic adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells, with less expression of negative markers and better chromosomal stability.

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community 27M – Minoxidil + alternating growth serums: good idea or overkill?

4 upvotes 7 months ago

A 27-year-old male is using minoxidil 5% nightly and alternating between three hair serums during the day, seeking advice on whether this routine is beneficial or overly complicated. Responses suggest simplifying the routine by focusing on minoxidil, possibly increasing its concentration, and considering finasteride or dutasteride instead of multiple serums.

community Any thoughts on DS Lab's Nanoxidil Serum?

3 upvotes 2 months ago

Nanoxidil Serum is discussed as an alternative to minoxidil, with concerns about its availability and suggestions to enhance minoxidil absorption using retinoic acid or microneedling. One user reported improvement with Nanoxidil shampoo but experienced tinnitus and stopped using it.

community Alternatives to Minox for pet safety

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses alternatives to minoxidil for beard growth, focusing on a product called Neofollics Beard Growth Serum, which claims to be effective without using minoxidil. Concerns are raised about its ingredients and effectiveness, especially considering pet safety.

community Which serum is good for new hair growth?

10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair growth treatments, with the original poster avoiding minoxidil due to health concerns and considering serums with positive reviews. Alternatives like topical caffeine and redensyl are mentioned as options.

community Isopropyl alcohol, instead of ethyl alcohol, for topical finasteride home-made serum?

1 upvotes 7 months ago

Isopropyl alcohol should not replace ethanol in homemade topical finasteride serums due to potential toxicity with frequent use. Denatured ethanol, also known as parfum or cosmetic alcohol, is a safer alternative.

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learn Stem Cell Factor

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Osteopontin

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

learn Beta Polypeptide

learn Baicapil

Could a daily serum with Baicapil help revive dormant hair follicles before it’s too late? Yes, a daily serum with Baicapil may help revive dormant hair follicles.

learn Bimatoprost

Can a lash-growth serum like bimatoprost actually work for your scalp? Bimatoprost (Latisse) is approved for eyelashes, not the scalp; two Allergan phase 2 trials in men with androgenetic alopecia posted results to ClinicalTrials.gov but were never published in a peer-reviewed journal, so scalp use remains off-label and experimental.