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GlossaryVasoconstrictors

substances that narrow blood vessels, reducing blood flow

Vasoconstrictors are substances that cause blood vessels to narrow, reducing blood flow and increasing blood pressure. They can be naturally occurring in the body, like adrenaline, or used in medications to treat conditions such as low blood pressure or to reduce blood flow during surgery.

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research Generic Development of Topical Dermatologic Products: Formulation Development, Process Development, and Testing

188 citations, October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal”

The document concludes that developing generic topical drugs requires ensuring they match the original in quality, composition, and structure, and often involves complex testing and regulatory steps.

research The Effectiveness Test of Natural Hair Growth Tonic: Avemor (Aloe Vera and Moringa Oleifera) for Thickening Hair and Anti-Licknes

February 2024 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical”

Avemor, a natural tonic made from aloe vera and moringa, was less effective than minoxidil in promoting hair growth on rabbits.

research Improvement of Endothelial Function with Metformin and Rosiglitazone Treatment in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

56 citations, July 2008 in “European journal of endocrinology”

Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.

research Androgens and Cardiovascular Disease

658 citations, June 2003 in “Endocrine reviews”

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

research Revitalizing Hair Growth: A New Regimen Utilizing Growth Factor Concentrate for Hair Loss Treatment

June 2024 in “Cureus”

GFC injections significantly improved hair growth and quality with minimal side effects.

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community High Nicotine use and Hair Loss

in Chat 79 upvotes 3 months ago

Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.

community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 235 upvotes 7 months ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

community Dr Huberman - Cafeine when rubbed on the scalp can be as effective at times as minoxidil because it triggers 1GF-1

in Update 267 upvotes 1 year ago

Whether topical caffeine can be as effective for hair growth as minoxidil and finasteride, with various replies discussing the efficacy of these treatments and criticism of Dr. Huberman's research methods.

community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.

community HMI 115 Phase 2 - Leaked pics from Discord

in Research/Science 361 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hair loss treatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hair density after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.

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