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GlossaryPigmented Hair

hair containing melanin, giving it color

Pigmented hair, also known as colored or melanized hair, refers to hair that contains melanin, the natural pigment responsible for its color. Melanin is produced by specialized cells called melanocytes, which are located in the hair follicles. The type and amount of melanin determine the hair's color, ranging from black and brown to blonde and red.

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research Coordinated Activation of Wnt in Epithelial and Melanocyte Stem Cells Initiates Pigmented Hair Regeneration

260 citations , June 2011 in “Cell”

Wnt signaling is crucial for pigmented hair regeneration by controlling stem cell activation and differentiation.

Flavonoids with Two Hydroxyl Groups in the B-Ring Promote Pigmented Hair Regeneration

research Flavonoids with Two OH Groups in the B-Ring Promote Pigmented Hair Regeneration

13 citations , August 2019 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin”

Certain flavonoids help grow back colored hair after skin injury.

research Pigmented Hair-Thickening Fibers: A Camouflage Technique for Alopecia in Patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa

5 citations , January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Colored hair-thickening fibers can help hide hair loss in some people with Epidermolysis Bullosa but may cause scalp irritation.

research Deficiency in Nucleotide Excision Repair Family Gene Activity, Especially ERCC3, Is Associated with Non-Pigmented Hair Fiber Growth

10 citations , May 2012 in “PloS one”

Low ERCC3 gene activity is linked to non-pigmented hair growth.

research A case of widespread non-pigmented hair regrowth in diffuse alopecia areata

March 2019 in “Our Dermatology Online”

A woman with severe hair loss regrew mostly white hair after treatment.

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community Most promising hair cloning research to date seeks industry partners for commercialization

in Research/Science 73 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses promising hair cloning research seeking commercialization partners. Cultured hairs formed with pigment, indicating positive progress.

community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

in Is this regrowth? 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

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 Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

in Treatment 19 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.

community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

in Product 23 upvotes 5 years ago

Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.

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