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.
In this article I’ll show you exactly how to use magnesium oil for hair loss, in a way you’ve probably never heard about before – but could have a powerful effect on hair growth. I’ll discuss the benefits of using it, why and how it works, and how to use it in a homemade shampoo …
A new hair loss treatment may be just around the corner, though there’s much that’s still unknown about the product – brotzu lotion – and its effects on hair regrowth. In this article, I’ll introduce you to brotzu lotion and its potential mechanisms for stopping hair loss and regrowing hair. You’ll also learn: The ingredients …
Finasteride is a common hair loss medication used by men and women worldwide. The most common dose prescribed is 1 mg, however both lower and higher doses do exist and some may provide better hair growth results over time. In this article, I’m going to compare finasteride 1 mg to some of the lesser known …
Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA), the most common cause of hair loss in men, is a problem that effects millions of people worldwide. And while there are drugs on the market that claim to treat the condition – namely, minoxidil and finasteride – they tend to only cover up the problem as opposed to treating it at …
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Androgenetic alopecia (AGA or male pattern hair loss) is a problem that will affect most men at some point in their lives (1). By the age of 50 about 50% of men will suffer from some degree of hair loss, which rises to well over 90% in old age. DHT (short for dihydrotestosterone) is the …
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’ll learn the best way to use azalea acid for your hair, and how to avoid any …
New research from the last few years found that a class of drug called JAK inhibitor has shown potential in addressing alopecia areata. Given that there are limited treatment options available for this form of hair loss, this may prove to be a game changer. In addition, there is evidence suggesting that other alopecia – …
Minoxidil is a popular treatment, used widely by men and women with hair loss. And, while 2% and 5% are the most common dosage solutions used, the 10% solution could be a more effective way to improve hair growth results. In this article, I’m going to compare minoxidil 10% to minoxidil 5%. There are no …
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The popular hair loss drug finasteride has a number of unpleasant side effects. With this in mind, researchers developed a topical solution that proves to have comparable results but less risk of adverse effect. In this article, I’ll take a look at finasteride and its use as a treatment for male pattern baldness. This will include how …
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In this article, I’ll explain why castor oil is indicated as an effective hair loss treatment method, and how you can use castor oil for hair growth yourself. You’re going to learn about ricinoleic acid, an omega-9 fatty acid which makes up the majority of castor oil’s composition. Further, you’ll discover how scientific research has …