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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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a copper peptide showing promise in both regrowth and reversing gray hair
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the stimulant you know and love can be used topically to stimulate hair
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Discovery of a Sol–Gel Reinforcing the Strength of Hair Structure: Mechanisms of Action and Macroscopic Effects on the Hair
A small molecule can strengthen fine hair, making it more resistant and natural-feeling.
research On the Correlation Between the Curvature of the Human Eyelash and Its Geometrical Features
Eyelash curvature is linked to the thickness of the cuticle layer at the root.
research Freeze-Drying of Platelet-Rich Plasma: The Quest for Standardization
The document concludes that freeze-dried platelet-rich plasma shows promise for medical use but requires standardization and further research.
research Stiffness of Human Hair Correlates with the Fractions of Cortical Cell Types
Hair stiffness is higher when it has more para-like cortical cells.
research An EGFP-Col4a2 Mouse Model Reveals Basement Membrane Dynamics Underlying Hair Follicle Morphogenesis
Basement membrane changes are crucial for hair follicle development.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity New Research- Creatine Increasing Scalp DHT Without Corresponding Serum DHT Increase
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride
A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.
community Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
community Kintor Pharma Announces Completion of Patient Enrollment in Phase II Clinical Trial of GT20029 for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in China
Kintor Pharma completed patient enrollment for a Phase II trial in China for GT20029, a potential new treatment for hair loss. Some believe GT20029 could replace finasteride if effective, while others discuss finasteride's limited efficacy and potential underreported side effects.