Back in June of 2014, about ten months ago, I received an email from a young man named Rob with some ideas about DHT and hair loss (in response to this post).Rob had an interesting theory that DHT was not the main culprit in terms of male hair loss; that scalp fibrosis/calcification and excess sebum production were more responsible for male pattern baldness than any excess of
When the scalp is massaged, it causes the blood vessels in the scalp to dilate, allowing for more nutrients and oxygen to reach the hair follicles. This increased circulation can encourage hair growth and thickening. In addition, scalp massage can also help to reduce stress and tension, which can be a contributing factor to hair loss. According to a 2023 review, scalp massages may help increase blood flow and stimulate hair growth. Both studies the review looked at found that standardized scalp massages can increase hair oY4Eo.