11/07/2025
Follicle restore can assist with healing the disorders mentioned……………………………………………………………………Disruption of the Hair Growth Cycle
The hair follicle goes through a continuous cycle of growth (Anagen), transition (Catagen), and rest/shedding (Telogen).
* Premature Shedding: Chronic inflammation can trigger hair follicles to prematurely exit the Anagen (growth) phase and enter the Telogen (shedding) phase much sooner than normal. This leads to increased hair shedding and overall thinning.
* Weak, Thin Hair: The inflammation compromises the health of the follicle, resulting in new hair strands being weaker, thinner, and shorter than usual (a process called miniaturization).
2. Reduced Nutrient and Oxygen Supply
The inflammatory response can affect the blood vessels surrounding the hair follicles.
* Impaired Blood Flow: Inflammation can restrict blood flow (microvascular changes) and impair the delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients that the hair follicles desperately need to sustain the energy-intensive process of hair production.
* Follicle Starvation: Without adequate fuel, the hair follicle cannot function optimally, leading to compromised hair growth.
3. Direct Follicle Damage and Scarring
In severe or chronic cases, the inflammation can cause lasting damage.
* Follicle Destruction: Inflammatory cells (like T-cells in autoimmune conditions) may directly attack the hair follicle itself, destroying the structures necessary for hair production.
* Scarring Alopecia: The most severe outcome is scar tissue formation around the follicle. Once scar tissue develops, the hair follicle is permanently destroyed and cannot regrow hair. This is known as scarring alopecia (or cicatricial alopecia).
The inflammation can be caused by various underlying conditions, including:
* Folliculitis (infection of the hair follicle)
* Seborrheic Dermatitis (severe dandruff)
* Psoriasis
* Autoimmune conditions like Alopecia Areata or Lichen Planopilaris
The key to restoring hair growth is to address the underlying inflammation with treatment.
