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research Porous hydrogel of wool hair keratin as a substrate for cell culture

January 2016 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology”

In this study, a porous keratin hydrogel derived from wool hair demonstrated strong mechanical properties and supported the growth of various animal cells, indicating potential as a scaffold in tissue engineering.

research Extraction and Formulation of hydrolyzed-wool keratin solution for hair growth

December 2022 in “Deleted Journal”

In this study, topical application of keratin extract from wool promoted hair growth in mice by reducing the time for initiation and completion of growth phases and improving hair quality.

research The Oxidative Degradation of Keratin (Wool and Bovine Hair)

11 citations , January 2006 in “Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association”

This study investigated multiple alkaline oxidative dehairing systems and found a consistent reaction mechanism for disulfide cleavage across systems, enhancing hair solubilization by enabling structural swelling and water uptake.

research Preparation of Water Soluble Wool Keratin and Its Application for Human Hair

8 citations , January 2009 in “Transactions of the Materials Research Society of Japan”

This study found that CMAD wool keratin may protect human hair from damage during repeated bleaching and permanent waving treatments.

research Preparation and Characterization of Soluble Wool Keratin for Human Hair Care

January 2013 in “Transactions of the Materials Research Society of Japan”

In this study, carboxymethylalanyl disulfide keratin was shown to effectively prevent hair damage during repeated bleaching and permanent waving treatments.

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What role does keratin play in strengthening weak or thinning hair? Keratin is the protein hair is made of. Keratin products can make existing hair look smoother and break less, but they do not prevent thinning or hereditary hair loss.

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community If grafts are locked in by day 7, why does washing/rubbing the scabs off gently matter?

2 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses post-hair transplant care, specifically about removing scabs gently after a week, using Vitamin E oil. The user wonders if using harsher methods like steel wool would affect results, but others reassure that if there was no pain or bleeding, it's likely fine.

community A little more than a month using red light therapy. I'm surprised by the progress.

263 upvotes 5 months ago

Red light therapy has shown promising results in hair regrowth for the user, who avoids minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. The user follows a healthy lifestyle with diet, exercise, and sauna use, and will continue monitoring the therapy's effectiveness.

community If we can clone a sheep why we can't cure baldness till now

in Research/Science 181 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapies exist, but a complete cure is hindered by genetic complexity and market dynamics. Cloning hair follicles is considered a potential solution, but it's currently not feasible.

community Haircafe slams pp405 presentation. Are results really that bad?

64 upvotes 5 months ago

PP405 shows promise in activating dormant hair follicles and increasing hair counts but lacks detailed efficacy data compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some optimism and skepticism about its effectiveness.

community Claim: Insulin resistance increases the enzyme that creates DHT and affects the liver's ability to control hormones

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 11 months ago

Insulin resistance may increase DHT production, contributing to hair loss, and addressing it through diet, nutrients, and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil could help reverse hair loss. Some users prefer medications like finasteride for more effective results.

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