Progesterone is a steroid hormone with a wide range of physiological and medical effects. It is linked to female fertility and pregnancy, and it plays roles in neuro- and immunoprotection and various gynecological treatments. Studies have linked changes in progesterone levels to androgenic alopecia and postpartum telogen effluvium. Still, mixed evidence, limited research, and potential … Read more…
2dDR Hair is a company that sells two hair care products: 2DDR+ Advanced Topical Hair Formula and Generic Deoxyribose 2dDR. The website features product prices and a page dedicated to a recent mouse study that has been published about the main ingredient, 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR). 2dDR is a naturally occurring sugar in the human body with … Read more…
Pyrilutamide, also known as KX826, is an anti-androgenic drug with a mechanism of action similar to that of flutamide, albeit with potentially fewer side effects. Developed as a treatment for both androgenic alopecia and acne vulgaris, pyrilutamide is currently in phase III clinical trials in China and phase II clinical trials in the US. KX-826 … Read more…
Green tea, derived from the Camellia sinensis plant, is known for its antioxidant properties and numerous health benefits. Rich in catechins and polyphenols, green tea is often said to aid in weight loss, boost metabolism, and promote overall well-being. But what about supporting hair growth? In relation to hair loss, the components present in green … Read more…
Amino acids are biomolecules that are the fundamental building blocks of proteins. Proteins are essential for life, and comprise not only the structural elements of our bodies, like collagen and muscle fibers, but also enzymes and receptors that allow the chemistry of life to take place. Our bodies are able to synthesize several amino acids, … Read more…
Reparex Against Grey Hair is a product that claims to “restore hair color naturally from the inside out, unlike hair dyes”.[1]Reparex, (no date), Reparex Against Grey Hair. Available at: https://reparexshop.com/usa/reparex-against-grey-hair (Accessed: 30 January 2023 Reparex is owned by a company called BOOS Labs – established in 1991 – which makes many different cosmetic products. Reparex … Read more…
CB-03-01, also known as Breezula™ or clascoterone, is a topical medication generating interest as a potential therapy for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). It was developed by Cassiopea (now owned by Cosmo Pharmaceuticals) and is a synthetic androgen receptor antagonist. While it is primarily recognized for its potential in combating hair loss, particularly AGA, CB-03-01 has also … Read more…
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a compound found in green tea, is often included in serums and supplements targeted for hair growth. On the one hand, EGCG has the potential to impact a variety of diseases. As a powerful antioxidant and an antitumor agent, EGCG might have therapeutic benefit for those with diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, … Read more…
Topical minoxidil is an FDA-approved treatment for male and female pattern hair loss, also known as androgenic alopecia (AGA). Despite its popularity, not very many people continue using topical minoxidil for the long-run. In fact, one clinical study found that by the one-year mark, 95% of topical minoxidil users voluntarily quit applying the drug – … Read more…
In this article, we’ll explore the history of minoxidil, how it became a hair loss drug, and the debate over its mechanisms of action for hair growth. Despite decades of study, researchers still do not know how minoxidil promotes hair growth. But they do have some ideas, and these ideas have remained the subject of … Read more…