The Different Types Of Hair Growth Stimulators Available

By Eugene Yeng


Among the different types of hair growth stimulators are those containing Minoxidil and those containing a mixture of natural supplements. The former are mostly topical solutions applied directly to the scalp. Supplements are generally offered in capsule form for oral consumption. Both are highly effective, but work in different ways.

Minoxidil is the main active ingredient in all Rogaine brand products. It is effective in situations where baldness is the result of shrinking follicles. Minoxidil acts on follicles and increases their size. This in turn increases the diameter of strands originating from the follicles. The effects of these products will not be seen for three to six months. This is because this is how long it will take old growth to be replaced by new growth. As Minoxidil addresses follicles only and not existing shafts, hair grown before its use will not be affected. Future growth will. Minoxidil use stimulates the follicles to produce. Growth occurs in cycles, and Minoxidil not only stimulates the growing phase but also prolongs it.

There are different products that include this ingredient in different percent concentrations. Products with a higher concentration of about five percent or greater are more effective. Rogaine offers topical foam products for men and women, with higher concentrations of Minoxidil in the products intended for men.

Using this drug can have consequences. It has been known to produce elevations in heart rate, lower blood pressure and cause water retention. In addition, there are side effects that affect the sites of application specifically. These can include skin irritation, flaking and dryness, and redness.

Other types of growth stimulators are available in supplement form. NOW Foods offers 5000 mcg biotin supplements. Nioxin and Country Life offer supplements that include biotin as well as others to target growth of hair, skin and nails.

One of the products offered by Nioxin is called Intensive Therapy Recharging Complex. A single bottle can contains from 30 to 90 capsules. Country Life brand Maxi-Hair supplements are contained in bottles of 60 or 90. The biotin included in both of these products, in addition to the NOW Foods supplement, prevents hair loss. It also increases the diameter of follicles and makes developing shafts soft.

In addition to biotin, Nioxin and Country Life add vitamins A, B and C, calcium and zinc to their multi-vitamins. Vitamin A works to ensure that the glands producing natural oils to nourish follicles work properly. When not enough vitamin A is present, dandruff and growth of dry and brittle strands often occur. Without enough B vitamins, the follicles do not receive required levels of oxygen and become weakened. Vitamin C helps growing shafts from breakage. Hair falls out when there is not enough zinc or calcium. Zinc is often consumed in small amounts than needed. In addition to iron, zinc is among the most often deficient mineral.

Among the different types of hair growth stimulators, those containing Minoxidil and vitamin and mineral supplements are very popular. Minboxidil works directly and exclusively on follicles and promotes growth. It is applied topically to areas with sparse follicular growth. Vitamins and minerals can have similar beneficial impacts and also work to prevent follicular or shaft damage. These are usually taken orally in the form of capsules. Both methods are highly effective.




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