Posted on Apr 21, 2023
Is gray hair reversible? A new study digs into the root cause of aging scalps
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Ever wondered why your hair turns gray as you age? A team of researchers says it has identified the root cause as trapped stem cells — and that means new tips for naturally fending off grays from your mane could be coming soon.
It all starts with a type of stem cell called melanocytes, also known as McSCs, says the study, which was published in the journal Nature this week.
The research team from NYU Grossman School of Medicine was already familiar with melanocytes. They're the main mechanism that produces the pigment melanin, bringing color to your skin and eyes.
Ever wondered why your hair turns gray as you age? A team of researchers says it has identified the root cause as trapped stem cells — and that means new tips for naturally fending off grays from your mane could be coming soon.
It all starts with a type of stem cell called melanocytes, also known as McSCs, says the study, which was published in the journal Nature this week.
The research team from NYU Grossman School of Medicine was already familiar with melanocytes. They're the main mechanism that produces the pigment melanin, bringing color to your skin and eyes.
Is gray hair reversible? A new study digs into the root cause of aging scalps
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Thank you for the scientific share shipmate PO1 William "Chip" Nagel , means some of gray haired people might be able to stave of the gray stuff.
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
"A new study found that trapped stem cells may be the reason some aging hair turns gray. Gary John Norman/Getty Images Ever wondered why your hair turns gray as you age? A team of researchers says it has identified the root cause as trapped stem cells — and that means new tips for naturally fending off grays from your mane could be coming soon."
"A new study found that trapped stem cells may be the reason some aging hair turns gray. Gary John Norman/Getty Images Ever wondered why your hair turns gray as you age? A team of researchers says it has identified the root cause as trapped stem cells — and that means new tips for naturally fending off grays from your mane could be coming soon."
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