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Study: How Inonotus obliquus Supports Hair Follicle Growth

Can Inonotus obliquus help stimulate hair growth? A scientific look

Study Overview

Study Title: Lanostane-type triterpenes from the sclerotium of Inonotus obliquus as pro-proliferative agents on human follicle dermal papilla cells
Authors: Kazumi Sagayama, Naonobu Tanaka, Takatoshi Fukumoto, Yoshiki Kashiwada
Published In: Journal of Natural Medicines, 2019
Reference: PubMed

Key Findings

Inonotus obliquus contains lanostane-type triterpenes, which stimulate human follicle dermal papilla cells (HFDPCs)—the key cells that regulate hair growth.

Inonotus obliquus contains lanostane-type triterpenes, which stimulate human follicle dermal papilla cells (HFDPCs) - the key cells that regulate hair growth.

Four specific triterpenes in Inonotus obliquus were found to have a stronger follicle-boosting effect than minoxidil (the active ingredient in many hair regrowth treatments).

Four specific triterpenes in Inonotus obliquus were found to have a stronger follicle-boosting effect than minoxidil (the active ingredient in many hair regrowth treatments).

The study suggests that these compounds could be promising for natural hair care solutions.

The study suggests that these compounds could be promising for natural hair care solutions.

What This Means for You

Hair growth starts at the root, and follicle dermal papilla cells play a major role in whether hair grows thick and strong - or weak and thin.

This study shows that certain natural compounds in Inonotus obliquus can:

✔ Stimulate follicle cells, keeping hair in the active growth phase.
✔ Support scalp health, creating the right conditions for strong regrowth.
✔ Offer a natural alternative to synthetic treatments, working with the body’s natural processes.

The takeaway?

If your hair is slow to grow back postpartum, it might need extra follicle stimulation.

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How Inonotus obliquus Supports Hair Follicle Health

What Are Dermal Papilla Cells?

- These are specialized cells in hair follicles that control the hair growth cycle.
- They send signals to hair stem cells, telling them to keep growing or stop.
- When these cells are weak, hair enters the shedding phase too soon - leading to hair thinning.

How Inonotus obliquus Helps

✔ Contains lanostane triterpenes, which activate follicle cells.
✔ Boosts follicle cell growth, helping extend the anagen (growth) phase.
✔ May outperform minoxidil in stimulating follicle activity, based on the study’s results.

How to Support Hair Regrowth Naturally

Science-backed ways to protect your hair postpartum:

Stimulate Follicles Naturally - Inonotus obliquus (Luna Gold AFTERNOON - Vitality Shield) promotes follicle cell activation.
Increase Blood Circulation - Cordyceps Sinensis (Luna Gold MORNING - Volume Boost) helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to the scalp.
Balance Hormones - Ganoderma lucidum (Luna Gold NIGHTTIME - Deep Repair) helps keep DHT in check, preventing follicle shrinkage.
Protect Against Oxidative Stress - Antioxidants in Inonotus obliquus (Luna Gold AFTERNOON - Vitality Shield) help reduce follicle damage.

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FAQs: What You Need to Know About Hair Follicle Growth

How do I know if my follicles need extra support?

✔ If your hair is slow to grow back postpartum, weak follicle cells could be the reason.
✔ If your hair feels thinner and more fragile, your follicles may not be getting enough stimulation.
✔ If your shedding lasts longer than 12 months postpartum, your follicles may need extra nourishment.

Is Inonotus obliquus clinically proven to regrow hair?

✔ While no large human clinical trials have been conducted yet, the study shows promising results on follicle cells.
✔ It suggests that specific compounds in Inonotus obliquus can stimulate the same cells targeted by hair regrowth treatments.

When should I be concerned about slow hair regrowth?

✔ If shedding continues beyond 12 months postpartum.
✔ If your hair does not feel as thick as before pregnancy.
✔ If you notice widening part lines or an overall decrease in density.

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