Physiology of Hair Growth and Hair Loss

Pattern hair loss is believed to result from the conversion of testosterone to a problematic hormone known as Di-Hydro-Testosterone (DHT) by an enzyme called 5-Alpha-Reductase (5AR). The DHT binds to specific points in the hair follicle known as Androgen Receptor Sites (ARS). One may think of this as an electrical plug going into an electrical wall outlet. Unfortunately, when this attachment occurs in susceptible scalp hair follicles, it causes a negative change in the growth pattern of the hair. The follicle and accompanying structures begin a process of miniaturization. The hair shrinks in diameter and the hair growth cycle becomes shorter. The result is smaller, thinner, virtually invisible hairs and a shrinking area of scalp coverage - this process is called "pattern hair loss".

The formulations of HairGenesis™ work by interrupting this negative cycle and the activity of the enzyme 5-Alpha-Reductase, thus preventing damage to the hair follicle caused by DHT. Therefore, a healthier hair follicle is better able to produce a healthier and stronger hair.

For those wishing to develop a deeper understanding of the processes involved in this subject, we have provided a selection of relevant research data covering important elements of hair growth and the disorders associated with hair loss: (Adobe Acrobat Reader is necessary to open and read these documents).

Hair Loss: Causes, Clinical Manifestations, And Available Treatments

Androgen Disorders Related to Pattern Hair Loss

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