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bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Topical Rice Bran Oil (Oryza Sativa L.) Has the Same Effect as 2% Topical Minoxidil to Prevent Senile Alopecia Through Improved Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) Protein Expression, Hair Follicle Diameter, and Length in Wistar Rats (Rattus Norvegicus) Exposed to Ultraviolet B Light
Rice bran oil works as well as 2% minoxidil to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Effects of Latanoprost on Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Protein Synthesis in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Latanoprost increases VEGF protein in human cells, which may help hair growth.
research The Effect of Gyungokgo-Gamibang Extract on Hair Growth and Protein Expression in Mice
Gyungokgo-gamibang extract significantly promotes hair growth and increases hair thickness.
research Recombinant Humanized Collagen Combined With Nicotinamide Increases Expression of Rat Basement Membrane Proteins and Promotes Hair Growth
Recombinant collagen with nicotinamide boosts hair growth and health.
research Efficacy of Topical Tofacitinib in Promoting Hair Growth in Non-Scarring Alopecia: Possible Mechanism via VEGF Induction
Topical tofacitinib may grow hair better than minoxidil by increasing VEGF and reducing inflammation.
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5 / 24 resultscommunity What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.
community Aminexil - is it possible that if you stop using it you lose more hair than you had originally?
Aminexil is used to strengthen hair roots but stopping it may lead to hair thinning, unlike minoxidil which has more complex effects. The user did not use finasteride or minoxidil due to concerns about side effects.
community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti
He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.
community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.