Search

for
Search:

GlossaryHair Follicles

small skin structures from which hair grows

Hair follicles are small, tunnel-like structures in the skin from which hair grows. Each follicle anchors a single hair into the skin and is composed of several layers, including the bulb at the base where cells divide and grow to build the hair shaft. These structures also contain sebaceous glands that produce oil to condition the hair and skin.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 997 results

research Structure and Expression of Genes for a Class of Cysteine-Rich Proteins of the Cuticle Layers of Differentiating Wool and Hair Follicles

67 citations, December 1990 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology”

Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.

research Growth of Wool Follicles in Culture

20 citations, February 1994 in “In vitro cellular & developmental biology. Animal”

Wool follicles can grow in a lab with the right nutrients and conditions.

research Reduction In Wool Follicles Prior To Birth In Merino Sheep

15 citations, January 1999 in “Reproduction Fertility and Development”

Merino sheep have fewer wool follicles at birth than before birth.

research Serum-Free Culture of Wool Follicles: Effects of Nutrients, Growth Factors, and Hormones

11 citations, October 1997 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Wool follicles grew fibres for 8-10 days in a serum-free culture, influenced by calcium, glucose, amino acids, and insulin.

research Characterization of Transport Systems for Cysteine, Lysine, Alanine, and Leucine in Wool Follicles of Sheep

9 citations, August 2007 in “Journal of animal science/Journal of animal science ... and ASAS reference compendium”

Sheep wool follicles absorb different amino acids at various rates and locations, which could affect wool growth based on diet and genetics.

View more "wool follicles" in research →

Community Join

5 / 9 results

community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?

in Chat 8 upvotes 4 months ago

Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 249 upvotes 2 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

community 1.5 years fin plus almost 3 years min, I think I’ve definitely made progress but I’m still not where I want to be, advice?

in Progress Pictures 130 upvotes 10 months ago

The user has been using finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for almost 3 years for hair loss, and has seen some maintenance of hair but not significant regrowth. Suggestions from others include switching to dutasteride, trying oral minoxidil, and considering microneedling or hair fibers for better appearance.

community Oral min 2.5mg daily 2 month update 🦍

in Satire 826 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss. Some users noticed increased hair density, while others experienced unwanted hair growth in different areas of the body.

community Ru58841 ruined my life. Here’s why.

in Product 127 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

View more "wool follicles" in community →