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GlossaryInsulin-like Growth Factor 1

hormone promoting cell growth and development, similar to insulin

Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone similar in structure to insulin that plays a crucial role in childhood growth and continues to have anabolic effects in adults. It is primarily produced in the liver and is stimulated by growth hormone (GH). IGF-1 is involved in cell growth, development, and repair, and has been studied for its potential effects on hair growth and the treatment of conditions like alopecia.

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research Investigation of Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Receptor Expression in Cases of Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus

June 2023 in “Medical records-international medical journal”

Decreased IGF-1R expression may contribute to sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus development.

research The localisation and characterisation of insulin-like growth factor-I receptors and the investigation of melatonin receptors on the hair follicles of seasonal and non-seasonal fibre-producing goats

26 citations , October 1996 in “Journal of Endocrinology/Journal of endocrinology”

Goat hair follicles have insulin-like growth factor-I receptors that might affect hair growth, but no melatonin receptors were found.

research The Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 Receptor Is Expressed by Epithelial Cells with Proliferative Potential in Human Epidermis and Skin Appendages: Correlation of Increased Expression with Epidermal Hyperplasia

128 citations , March 1996 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Increased IGF-1R expression is linked to thicker skin growth.

research Role of insulin, insulin‐like growth factor‐1, hyperglycaemic food and milk consumption in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris

200 citations , August 2009 in “Experimental dermatology”

Eating high-glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

research Dihydrotestosterone inhibits hair growth in mice by inhibiting insulin-like growth factor-I production in dermal papillae

32 citations , February 2024 in “Growth Hormone & IGF Research”

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) stops hair growth in mice by lowering a growth factor important for hair.

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community Serum based on plant extracts boosts hair growth in weeks.

in Treatment 44 upvotes 9 months ago

A serum containing Centella asiatica extracellular vesicles, IGF-1, FGF-7, and caffeine significantly improved hair thickness, density, length, and reduced hair loss after 56 days. The conversation also discusses how treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole address different aspects of hair loss by reducing DHT, improving blood flow, and lowering inflammation.

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in Treatment 86 upvotes 1 year ago

A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hair growth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.

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in Chat 81 upvotes 2 years ago

Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

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

in Research/Science 739 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 Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

in Research/Science 78 upvotes 2 months ago

DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

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