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GlossaryMelanogenesis

process of producing melanin in skin and hair cells

Melanogenesis is the process by which the skin and hair produce melanin, the pigment responsible for their color. This process occurs in specialized cells called melanocytes and involves a series of biochemical reactions, primarily catalyzed by the enzyme tyrosinase. Melanogenesis is influenced by genetic factors, UV exposure, and hormonal changes, and plays a crucial role in protecting the skin from UV radiation.

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community Making your own RT1640 in China

in Research/Science 4 years ago

RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.

community People who taking melatonin, do you have any grey hairs?

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses the theory that melatonin could reverse grey hair by regulating certain enzymes. However, users who have taken melatonin reported no effect on preventing or reversing grey hair.

community Hair follicle neogenesis

5 upvotes 10 years ago

A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.

community Optimal dose for topical Melatonin

in Treatment 4 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about finding the optimal concentration of topical melatonin for hair loss treatment. The user is considering making their own solution and is unsure whether a higher concentration is more effective for deactivating prolactin receptors.

community Do-it-yourself topical melatonin?

in Product 12 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about creating homemade topical melatonin for hair loss, with one person suggesting adding melatonin to stemoxydine as a potential treatment.

community Topical melatonin/oral

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential positive effects of melatonin on hair growth. The original poster plans to try both oral and topical melatonin and is seeking recommendations for a good source.

community Tropical Melatonin??

in Product 5 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair loss. No specific treatments were discussed, only a sarcastic suggestion to go to tropical places and eat coconuts.

community Compounding Topical Melatonin at Home

in Treatment 8 upvotes 4 years ago

Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidil solution.

community Anyone experimenting with Melatonin?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 4 years ago

Melatonin is being explored as a hair loss treatment, with one user mixing it into minoxidil but not seeing results. The conversation discusses experimenting with melatonin concentrations.

community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

in Research/Science 48 upvotes 5 years ago

Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

community Is There Any Chance Of Cancer In Follicle Neogenesis through Microneedling?

in Microneedling 16 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses concerns about the potential risk of cancer from creating new hair follicles through microneedling, due to stem cell division. Specific treatments mentioned include microneedling, caffeine-containing anti-hair loss shampoos, and other unspecified topicals.

community Topical Melatonin: People in the UK how do you source it and has it worked for Retrograde Alopecia?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about sourcing and using topical melatonin for retrograde alopecia. Users discuss purchasing options and potential benefits for hair growth.

community Please advise those who have succeeded in reversing their hair color from white to black

in Hair Systems 5 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year-old male seeks advice on reversing white hair to black. Suggestions include using hair dye, peptides like TB-500 and BPC-157, and finasteride for hair growth.

community Melatonin and hair growth: legit or scam?

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Melatonin may improve hair growth rate and thickness. The user is seeking input on the legitimacy of this claim.

community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation

in Update 1 upvotes 5 months ago

The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.

community Topical Melatonin, Hair Loss/Growth, and Seb Derm (Seborrheic Dermatitis)

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical melatonin was found to significantly increase hair density and decrease scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis. The user is considering using it alongside finasteride and oral minoxidil for treating hair loss and scalp health.

community What melatonin product are you using? Are you making your own solution?

in Product 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about using melatonin for hair loss, with users discussing different products and methods for topical application. They mention concerns about ingredients and cost, and one user suggests a magnesium scalp serum with melatonin.

community How to make topical melatonin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about creating a topical melatonin treatment for hair loss. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Patent for topical resveratrol and melatonin for AGA

5 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.

community Melatonin emerging as new treatment for androgenic alopecia?

in Update 35 upvotes 1 year ago

Melatonin is being considered as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with some users discussing its effects and combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about melatonin's impact on hormones and side effects from other treatments like ketoconazole were also discussed.

community How are you using topical melatonin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experimenting with topical melatonin for hair loss by dissolving melatonin tablets in a solution, but is having trouble with dissolution and is curious about others' methods of application and any effects on energy levels. They mention considering mixing with minoxidil but have not done so, and suggest that melatonin is best used at night.

community About to add topical melatonin to my 5% minoxidil solution. What's would be the right concentration?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 4 years ago

The user added melatonin to their 5% minoxidil solution for hair growth, using a concentration of 0.0033%, which equates to roughly 2mg for a 60ml bottle. They later reported no significant difference and planned to continue the treatment for a few more months before potentially stopping to observe any changes in shedding.

community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

in Research/Science 736 upvotes 3 years ago

A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

community How do you incorporate topical melatonin into your routine?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical melatonin may have positive effects on hair loss by keeping hair in the growing phase. Users are discussing product recommendations and DIY methods for incorporating melatonin into their hair care routine.

community Going to be posting every day results with Topical Melatonin.

in Progress Pictures 8 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about a user trying topical melatonin mixed with minoxidil to reduce hair shedding after not seeing desired results with finasteride and minoxidil alone. Another user suggests that instead of daily updates, the original poster should share their results after a few weeks.

community Okay to add melatonin powder to the topical finasteride solution?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses adding melatonin powder to a topical finasteride solution for hair loss, with one reply suggesting that melatonin may promote faster hair growth but advising against mixing it directly into the solution due to potential instability.

community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

in Microneedling 2 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

community Topical Melatonin for mild aga

in Chat 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about an 18-year-old male considering topical finasteride for hair loss and asking about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair regrowth and density. No specific treatments were confirmed to be used.

community 4 months after adding topical finasteride + melatonin, and switching from dermaroller to dr. Pen

in Treatment 219 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's experience using topical finasteride and melatonin to regrow hair, as well as their use of dermaroller versus dr. Pen for microneedling. People discussed the benefits of oral minoxidil and questioned if melatonin could help with hair regrowth.

community As step up from scalp micro pigmentation

in Satire 345 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.