YOGYAKARTA A shampoo producer that contains caffeine, claims that its products help stimulate hair growth. According to research, caffeinated shampoo can seep into the skin and achieve hair follicles, thus affecting the health of hair and facial skin. In addition to helping stimulate hair growth, here are other benefits of shampoos that contain caffeine.

According to a board-certified dermatologist Ava Shamban, MD., caffeine in shampoo is vasodilatized. That is, opening blood vessels on the skin of the head so that it allows the beneficial content to be absorbed properly. However, Shamban reminded, caffeine concentration must be low enough so that blood flow remains open without the opposite effect. Especially if shampooing using a caffeinated shampoo with a soft massage, it will relax.

The caffeine sampo brings oxygen and nutrients to the follicles where hair bags grow keratin proteins. Launching Byrdie, Tuesday, April 9, when seeping into the scalp, caffeine helps increase circulation, so that the health of the scalp and follicles increases.

Several studies have shown that caffeinated shampoos help increase hair growth. This is because it can stimulate hair stems and support palace protein to stimulate the growth of hair agents phase.

A study found that topical caffeine-based fluids should not be lower than the 5% minoxidil solution or active material in Rogaine. This is due to caffeine capabilities against DHT, a byproduct of testosterone which is believed to contribute to hair loss.

The skin of the head and hair will be damaged if exposed to UV light from the sun. Research found that although UV radiation causes damage to hair follicles, topical caffeine can help ease its effects.

Applyed topically through shampoo and massaged into the dermis, caffeine help stimulate the hair stems, says Shamban. The effect, hair roots are healthier, more active, and elongated so that hair can grow thick and strong. Overall, Shamban says that regular caffeine application to hair follicles through shampoo, conditioner, or other hair care can help look, density, and hair elasticity.

Although shampoos contain caffeine that is beneficial for both hair and scalp, sensitive skin owners need to be vigilant. Because you have to do a patch test first to prevent irritation.


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