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GlossaryHair Cortisol Concentration

amount of cortisol embedded in hair strands over time

Hair Cortisol Concentration (HCC) refers to the amount of cortisol, a stress hormone, that is embedded in hair strands over time. Unlike blood or saliva tests that measure cortisol levels at a single point, HCC provides a long-term record of an individual's stress levels, as hair grows approximately 1 cm per month and can reflect cortisol exposure over several months. This makes it a valuable tool for both researchers and clinicians in assessing chronic stress and related health conditions.

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research Quantifying long-term stress in brown bears with the hair cortisol concentration: a biomarker that may be confounded by rapid changes in response to capture and handling

90 citations , July 2014 in “Conservation Physiology”

Hair cortisol levels in brown bears can be affected by both long-term and short-term stress.

research Hair cortisol concentrations in mental disorders: A systematic review

50 citations , November 2020 in “Physiology & behavior”

People with depression often have higher hair cortisol levels, while those with PTSD tend to have lower levels, but more research is needed to understand this fully.

research Hair dyeing, hair washing and hair cortisol concentrations among women from the healthy start study

33 citations , January 2017 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology”

Hair dyeing and washing frequency do not affect hair cortisol levels.

research HPA axis stress reactivity and hair cortisol concentrations in recently detoxified alcoholics and healthy controls with and without childhood maltreatment

24 citations , October 2018 in “Addiction Biology”

Alcohol dependence affects stress hormone levels more than childhood maltreatment.

research Hair Cortisol Concentration in Healthy Children and Adolescents Is Related to Puberty, Age, Gender, and Body Mass Index

24 citations , January 2019 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics”

Hair cortisol levels in children are influenced by puberty, age, gender, and body mass index.

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community CASSIOPEA ANNOUNCES VERY POSITIVE PHASE II TWELVE MONTHS RESULTS FOR BREEZULA® (CLASCOTERONE) IN TREATING ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA

in Update 163 upvotes 7 years ago

Clascoterone (Breezula) showed positive results for treating hair loss without affecting cortisol levels. Opinions vary, with some users optimistic about its potential and others critical of its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like finasteride.

community Currently crushing 3 (5mg) tablets of fin into my topical min. Anyone do the same? If so how much do you add.

in Treatment 186 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses using crushed finasteride tablets mixed with topical minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and proper concentration of this method.

community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 7 months ago

A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.

community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 2 years ago

A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

community Does Ashwagandha cause hair loss?

in Chat 25 upvotes 3 years ago

User asks if Ashwagandha causes hair loss while using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Replies suggest Ashwagandha may increase shedding, but raising testosterone within normal levels likely won't significantly affect hair loss.

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