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GlossaryZinc (Zn)

essential mineral crucial for immune function and hair health

Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including immune system support, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. It is also important for hair health, as it helps maintain the oil glands around hair follicles and can prevent hair loss conditions like alopecia when present in adequate amounts.

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Multifunctional Zinc-Doped Hollow Mesoporous Silica/Polycaprolactone Electrospun Membranes with Enhanced Hair Follicle Regeneration and Antibacterial Activity for Wound Healing

research Multifunctional Zinc-Doped Hollow Mesoporous Silica/Polycaprolactone Electrospun Membranes with Enhanced Hair Follicle Regeneration and Antibacterial Activity for Wound Healing

76 citations, January 2019 in “Nanoscale”

Created material boosts hair growth and kills bacteria for wound healing.

Design of a Biofluid-Absorbing Bioactive Sandwich-Structured Zn–Si Bioceramic Composite Wound Dressing for Hair Follicle Regeneration and Skin Burn Wound Healing

research Design of a Biofluid-Absorbing Bioactive Sandwich-Structured Zn–Si Bioceramic Composite Wound Dressing for Hair Follicle Regeneration and Skin Burn Wound Healing

50 citations, December 2020 in “Bioactive Materials”

Wound dressing absorbs fluid, regenerates hair follicles, and heals skin burns.

research Electrospun Scaffold of Collagen and Polycaprolactone Containing ZnO Quantum Dots for Skin Wound Regeneration

23 citations, November 2021 in “Journal of Bionic Engineering”

The new wound dressing helps skin heal faster and fights infection.

Fabrication and Evaluation of Vitamin-Doped ZnO/AgNPs Nanocomposite Based Wheat Gluten Films: Promising Findings for Burn Wound Treatment

research Fabrication and Evaluation of Vitamin-Doped ZnO/AgNPs Nanocomposite Based Wheat Gluten Films: Promising Findings for Burn Wound Treatment

2 citations, September 2023 in “Scientific reports”

The nanocomposite films with vitamins and nanoparticles are promising for fast and effective burn wound healing.

research Double Network Physical Crosslinked Hydrogel for Healing Skin Wounds: New Formulation Based on Polysaccharides and Zn2+

August 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

The new hydrogel with zinc and polysaccharides improves wound healing and has antibacterial properties.

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community Peptide Therapy -> GHK-CU, ZN-Thumulin, PTD-DBM

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the use of peptide therapies for hair loss, specifically GHK-CU, ZN-Thymulin, and PTD-DBM. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of these treatments from those who have tried them.

community Can high dose vitamin B complex cause hairloss ?

in Update 4 upvotes 6 months ago

A user experienced hair loss and thinning after starting a high-dose vitamin B complex. They are seeking advice on whether others have had similar experiences.

community Progress on Hims serum 25th Feb - 6th April

in Progress Pictures 136 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth progress using Hims serum from February 25th to April 6th. Users commented on the noticeable improvement and potential for full hair recovery.

community 7 months évolution of finasteride / zinc / vitamin D/ minoxidil / microneedling treatment

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 567 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced hair loss improvement after 7 months using finasteride, zinc, vitamin D, minoxidil, and microneedling. Others praised the progress and discussed the importance of zinc and vitamin D in hair health.

community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

in Treatment 100 upvotes 1 week ago

Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.

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