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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Hematological And Hepatic Effects Of Vascular Epidermal Growth Factor (VEGF) Used To Stimulate Hair Growth In An Animal Model
VEGF gel increases hair growth but may have potential toxicity.
research The VEGF +405 G>C 5' Untranslated Region Polymorphism and Risk of PCOS: A Study in South Indian Women
The VEGF +405G allele may increase the risk of PCOS in South Indian women.
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.
research Promotion Effect of Apo-9'-Fucoxanthinone from Sargassum Muticum on Hair Growth via the Activation of Wnt/β-Catenin and VEGF-R2
Sargassum muticum extract and its component apo-9'-fucoxanthinone may help hair growth and treat hair loss.
research The Role of the VEGF, KGF, EGF, and TGF-β1 Growth Factors in the Pathogenesis of Telogen Effluvium in Women
Certain growth factors significantly affect hair loss in women with telogen effluvium.
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5 / 21 resultscommunity Growth factors, VEGF, And more,possible permanent cure for people with moderate hairloss?
The user discusses using dutasteride to stop hair loss and bimatoprost for regrowth. They plan to use VEGF with hydrogels for potentially permanent hair follicle improvement and suggest PRP as an alternative.
community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles
Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?
Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.
community Long term finasteride users; Did you notice any improvement after 2 years?
Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.