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    GlossaryStem Cells

    unique cells that can develop into various specialized cell types

    Stem cells are unique cells in the body that have the ability to develop into many different cell types, from muscle cells to brain cells. They serve as a repair system, capable of dividing and differentiating to replace damaged or lost cells, making them crucial for growth, healing, and tissue regeneration.

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

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      mitochondrial pyruvate carrier (MPC) inhibitor by Pelage in early trials

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      community The following ingredients dramatically reduced hairfall for me after 3 months

      in Chat  35 upvotes 4 years ago
      The original poster found that using rosemary oil, peppermint oil, jojoba oil, oral castor oil, head massages, ketoconazole shampoo, omega-3 fatty acids, and a multivitamin reduced their hair loss from 150 to 50 hairs a day. Another person reported a significant drop in hair loss using a similar oil blend with additional ingredients.

      community Oral Finasteride 1.25mg - 9 Months

      in Update  52 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been taking oral finasteride 1.25mg daily for 9 months but is still experiencing hair recession. They plan to try topical minoxidil and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride if needed.

      community Am I missing something with pp405?

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential hair growth stimulant, possibly more effective than minoxidil, but not a cure for hair loss. There is skepticism about its ability to regrow "deadzones," and concerns about its impact on those with hair transplants.