Hairmetto Oil Review + Full Ingredients List Explained
Hairmetto is a topical DHT blocker oil, which contains only six ingredients and they are all active ingredients. Let’s examine how they work…
Category Archives: Hair Loss Treatments
RT1640 for Hair Loss: Research, Results and How it Works
RT1640 is a topical treatment for hair loss, which contains three active ingredients: cyclosporine A, Minoxidil and a ‘new chemical entity’ called RT175, which is a mixture of chemicals created by Rivertown Therapeutics Inc, the creators of RT1640.
So the big question of course is, what is RT175?!
EGCG for Hair Loss: Supress Androgen Receptors in the Scalp
The androgen hormone DHT causes male pattern baldness (MPB) when it binds to androgen receptors in the scalp. Most MPB treatments involve reducing DHT, but this has major side effects, including loss of drive, inability to gain muscle, loss of sex drive and impotence. So a far better solution might be to reduce or suppress the androgen receptors in the scalp, so DHT cannot damage the hair follicles. That is precisely what EGCG does…
PURA D'OR Scalp Serum Review + Full Ingredients List Explained
I was expecting this product to be a gimmicky treatment with few proven ingredients. When I looked into I soon realized this is quite possibly the best natural hair loss topical in the world. It’s packed full of potent anti hair loss ingredients that have been shown in numerous studies to promote hair growth.
How to Decalcify the Scalp to Reduce Hair Loss
Some researchers believe calcium deposits in the blood vessels and scalp may be a key cause of hair loss and removing those calcium deposits is vital for reducing hair loss. Let’s examine this hypothesis.
Amplixin Growth Serum Review + Full Ingredients List
Amplixin Growth Serum contains all-natural herbal extracts. Some studies have shown the ingredients in Aplixin may increase hair growth. See below for the full ingredients list.
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) for Hair Loss: a Natural 5AR Inhibitor
A study on 60 patients with male pattern baldness tested topical chamomile and Zataria multiflora extracts. The research team reported “significant results” in increased hair growth in the patch tests. Updates will be posted here as more findings are released.
Panthrix Hair Loss Serum Review + Ingredients (Full List Explained)
Panthrix is a topical hair loss serum available on Amazon. The most notable ingredients are caffeine, menthol, Redensyl and castor oil — all of which have been shown in studies to promote hair growth. Scroll down to see how these ingredients work.
DS Labs Spectral DNC N Review + Full Ingredients List
DS Labs Spectral DNC N is probably one of, if not the best topical hair loss treatment available over the counter. It contains some of the most effective ingredients for treating hair loss, including Nanoxidil (a more easily absorbed version of Minoxidil), copper peptides, Adenosine, Aminexil and many more. Below is the full list of ingredients, with explanations.
Secukinumab for Hair Loss: How it Works
Secukinumab Is a treatment for psoriasis, which comes in a cream that’s applied to the skin. However, doctors have noticed that when applied to the scalp of balding men, new hair grows. As a result a study was conducted to see how secukinumab promotes new hair growth in bald or balding scalps. Here are the details.
Sulfasalazine for Hair Loss: How it Works
Sulfasalazine may be an effective treatment for some forms of hair loss because of its immunosuppressive actions. Some hair loss is caused by auto-immune responses in the scalp.
Replicel RCH-01 Hair Loss Treatment: How it Works
RCH-01 is a hair loss treatment developed by RepliCel and Shiseido, which replenishes cells found at the base of the hair follicles that are lost due to exposure to DHT in the scalp. The treatment is currently in trial phase.
Kevis 8 Review + Full Ingredients List
Kevis 8 contains several of the most well known hair loss treatments, including Capixyl, Redensyl and copper peptides. It also includes several potent natural ingredients that have been shown in studies to promote hair growth. See the full ingredients list with explanations below.
Samumed SM04554 for Hair Loss: Activate Wnt Signalling Pathways
Samumed SM04554 looks to be an extremely promising topical hair loss treatment, targeting the Wnt signalling pathway.
Spironolactone for hair loss: how it works
Topical Spirolactone is an anti-androgen cream. When applied to the scalp it binds to the DHT receptors, which blocks DHT from binding to the receptors, preventing DHT from causing hair loss.
JAK Inhibitors for hair loss: how they work
New research has shown that Janus-kinase inhibitors, also known as “JAK inhibitors”, could be the answer we’ve been looking for in the treatment of alopecia areata. The effects of JAK inhibitors on hair regrowth was accidentally discovered during a study of Tofacitinib as a treatment for psoriasis.
Topical Zinc Thymulin for hair loss: worth it?
Thymulin is a nonapeptide hormone that is produced inside the skin cells. The activity of the hormone is reliant on the mineral and metal Zinc, which is why it is referred to as Zinc Thymulin.
Clinical applications of this hormone are being studied based on how it is able to suppress T-cells.
Ramatroban for hair loss: everything you need to know
Ramatroban is an allergy medicine used to treat hayfever. However, hair loss research has shown it’s a GPR44 antagonist. GPR44 is a PGD2 receptor. It seems to limit hair growth. Researchers have discovered that PGD2 is found at higher levels in balding scalps. Reducing PGD2 and GPR44 may help reduce hair loss and help hair […]
Hyaluronic acid for hair growth and hair loss prevention: does it work?
Hyaluronic acid is the natural acid that’s already present in our bodies. It shows up in the form of fluid present in the joints and human eyes. However, when this component is used in skincare products, it helps to prevent aging by locking moisture in the skin. Scientists have recently revealed that Hyaluronic acid doesn’t […]
Topical peppermint oil for hair loss
Peppermint oil, when applied to the scalp, may be a relatively effective and extremely cheap treatment for male pattern baldness (MPB). This is because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Since scalp inflammation is a major cause of MPB, anything that can reduce scalp inflammation should be beneficial.
Does Finasteride Work?
Finasteride is taken as a pill and works by inhibiting the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme responsible for producing DHT. Known more commonly by its brand name, Propecia, finasteride is only FDA-approved for men. In fact pregnant women should not even come into contact with finasteride as it can cause fetal deformities. Many men combine finasteride with an […]
Emu oil for hair loss: Is there any evidence it works?
In traditional Australian lore, many mystical attributes have been associated with emu oil, including the ability to heal wounds and relieve pain. But recently, there has there been a surge in research focus from scientific circles concerning the therapeutic properties of emu oil; especially relating to hair loss. There have also been an increasing number […]
Hair Growth Oil: The Most Effective Oils for Hair Growth
Research shows that several natural seed oils contain special chemicals that have been shown to increase hair growth and even reverse hair loss. Of those studied, the following are six of the best in terms of hair growth results. Peppermint Oil A study in 2014 (Oh, Park & Kim, 2014) recently compared the effectiveness of […]
Does Minoxidil Work?
Originally a treatment for hypertension, today Minoxidil is marketed as a hair loss treatment. The most well-known brand Minoxidil product is called Rogaine. It’s alleged to be medically proven in treating hair loss in both men and women. When testosterone interacts with the enzyme, 5-alpha-reductase, it creates Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This hormone runs rampant throughout the […]
Garlic for Hair Loss: Why it Works and How to Use It
The bioactive components of garlic have been extensively researched and have been proven to have many therapeutic and preventative effects on various diseases and health problems (Santhosha, Jamuna & Prabhavathi, 2013). Recently, a study has found that garlic oil has significant effects on treating alopecia areata, a recurring, non-scarring type of hair loss which results […]
Capixyl for Hair Loss: As a DHT Inhibitor
Capixyl is a topical hair loss treatment that targets one of the most common mechanisms involved in hair loss: It reduces the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which causes miniaturization of hair follicles. Capixyl is mainly composed of two active ingredients; namely AcetylTetrapeptide-3 and Trifolium Pratense. Other components include water, butylene alcohol, and dextran. Water and […]
Topical Capsaicin for Hair Loss: Increases Scalp IGF-1
Topical capsaicin increases scalp IGF-1 by activating the vanilloid receptor 1, which causes the sensory neurons to release the calcitonin gene-related peptide, resulting in increase IGF-1. IGF-1 is a growth factor that increases hair growth.
Onion Juice for Hair Growth and Hair Loss Prevention: Fact or Fiction?
You might be surprised to hear the humble onion is used by thousands of people around the world to promote hair growth. This versatile staple, which has been cultivated for over 5,000 years, is believed by many to not only stop hair loss but even promote its regrowth. So does it work? What’s In Onion […]
Pumpkin Seed Oil for Hair Growth & Hair Loss Prevention
Pumpkin seed oil has been proven scientifically to improve the hair count and prevent hair loss while increasing hair thickness. This article will discuss the scientific studies and show exactly how pumpkin seed oil can be effective for hair growth.
JAK Inhibitors for Hair Loss: A Breakthrough Cure?
Inflammation has been considered a significant cause of hair loss for some time. Now, several studies have shown ‘JAK inhibitors’ — which reduce inflammation — may be a powerful treatment for hair loss, with outstanding results (see below).