Topical products can be used to stimulate hair growth through a variety of mechanisms such as increased blood flow, blocking DHT and triggering anagen growth phase.
Topicals however tend to have limited effectiveness due to their inability to tackle hair loss at the root cause.
Those with advanced stages of hair loss will rarely see good results from topical products such as minoxidil since fibrosis and calcification have set in already and are not easily reversed.
Those in the early stages may get better results and be able to protect their hair from future loss with the use of topical products.
As a popular treatment for male-pattern baldness, minoxidil is available in a few formulations. The two most common are liquid and foam, though a cream version has become increasingly popular. This post will take a closer look at minoxidil cream. This will include how it compares to the “traditional” formulations, and what you may expect …
This article will discuss how to use magnesium oil for hair loss, in a way you have probably never heard about before – but could have a powerful effect on hair growth. This will include a discussion of: the benefits of using it, why and how it works against hair loss the various ways you …
In this article, I’m going to show you how you can use Vatika oil (and its ingredients) for hair growth. There is scientific research showing that the herbs which make up Vatika oil can successfully stimulate hair growth in just a few weeks. And they can be even more effective than minoxidil. Firstly I’ll explain …
Maybe you’ve heard that azelaic acid could be a powerful way to fight hair loss but you’re not sure if it’s true or not. In this article, you’ll learn if there is any truth behind these claims using scientific studies. You will also learn the best way to use azelaic acid for your hair, and …
Hair loss can be a sign of a deficiency or imbalance in the body. So it makes sense that some natural foods can help restore optimum hair health. In 2007, scientists investigated garlic’s effects on hair loss. They found that garlic applied topically to the scalp beat the control group, suggesting it does have a …
Rogaine is an FDA approved hair loss treatment and the most popular topical treatment in the world. However, results do not come overnight. This post will introduce Rogaine, including: how it works what you can expect from its use how long it may take to see results how you may be able to speed up …
Minoxidil is a common ingredient in hair loss treatment formulas. However, there are alternatives available that can provide similar results. This article will introduce the FDA-approved hair loss treatment minoxidil. This will include how it works, the most common side effects, and potential substitutes for this popular over-the-counter treatment. Minoxidil As a Treatment for Male …
Kirkland minoxidil can be used to reverse hair loss, but how does it compare to other minoxidil products such as Rogaine? This article will discuss the best way to use Kirkland, how effective it really is, and how it compares to other minoxidil products. Minoxidil As a Hair Loss Treatment The pharmaceutical company Upjohn originally …
There are 3 main reasons to start using stinging nettle for hair loss immediately. They are to: reduce inflammation in the scalp neutralize free radical damage in the scalp block DHT topically and internally In this article, you will learn about these points in more detail. We will also present the results of a 6-month …
Minoxidil is a very popular hair loss treatment. Many users, however, experience side effects related to the product’s ingredients, including the alcohol. This article will discuss the ill effects that alcohol-containing hair products can have on your scalp. You will learn about the different types of alcohol, including the ones which are present within minoxidil-containing …