What is minoxidil?
Minoxidil is a topical medication that promotes hair regrowth by prolonging the anagen (growth) phase and increasing blood flow to the scalp.
Originally developed to treat high blood pressure, it was found to stimulate hair growth as a side effect and is now widely used in over-the-counter hair loss treatments.
Red light therapy can be used alongside minoxidil to further improve blood circulation and enhance follicular activity, offering a complementary approach to non-invasive hair restoration.
Related terms
Hair Density
Clinical Applications
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square centimeter of scalp.
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
Clinical Applications
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method where individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area and implanted into thinning or bald areas of the scalp.
Telogen effluvium
Clinical Applications
Telogen effluvium is a condition characterized by diffuse hair shedding triggered by stress, illness, or hormonal changes.
Collagen production
Clinical Applications
Collagen production refers to the synthesis of collagen, a vital structural protein found in connective tissues throughout the body.
