Spectral DNC-L Review
A combination of natural ingredients and Minoxidil
What is Spectral DNC-L?
Spectral DNC-L is an eclectic combination of topical hair loss ingredients.
Spectral DNC-L Ingredients
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A Bottle of Spectral DNC-L |
Aminexil SP4 which is a drug developed by L’Oreal Paris, a major cosmetics company while studying a skin condition called fibrosis. The skin is made up of entirely of connective tissue. If it gets damaged, new connective tissue is generated. Fibrosis is the overproduction of connective tissue.
As we age, our scalps get damaged and surely but slowly, connective tissue builds up, cutting off vital blood flow and nutrients to hair follicles. Aminexil is an anti-fibrosis drug that forces the body to break down connective tissue and recycle. By breaking down excess connective tissue in the scalp, it is theorized that blood vessels are able to supply hair follicles with more nutrients.
Sounds good right? One thing to keep in mind: even though it is currently being used in Europe, aminexil has not been approved for use in the US. Moreover, there have been no official studies published on the National Institutes of Health Pubmed Database, [Source 1] where all credible medical studies are published, regarding aminexil.
Spectral DNC also has copper peptides which has been shown to stimulate the growth of hair follicles. The current proposed mechanism is that it delays dermal papilla cell death and therefore, cell growth is lengthened. [Source 2]
It also has adenosine is a nucleotide vital to cell metabolism. According to a study by Shiseido, the topical application of it increases hair thickness and length. [Source 3]
It has retinol which has been shown to increase hair growth. One study that compared a group of men using minoxidil alone versus a group of men using minoxidil combined with retinol found that retinol increased hair growth. [Source 4]
Another ingredient it has is procyandin is a flavanoid found in many fruits. It has been shown to increase circulation by inhibiting the production of a protein, endothelin-1, which constricts blood vessels. Increased blood flow to hair follicles results in increased growth. It is basically a natural version of minoxidil. [Source 5]
Finally, it has saw palmetto, as we’ve discussed before, has been observed to inhibit the production of DHT, one of the main causes of hair loss. [Source 6]
Does Spectral DNC-L Work!?
Spectral DNC-L contains a variety of ingredients that have been shown to regrow hair. Some of which are unapproved and questionable. However, many patients have noticed significant results with this product.
Is Spectral DNC-L Safe?
Spectral DNC-L has minoxidil which has some safety concerns that are detailed in our minoxidil review. It also contains a drug, aminexil, which has not been tested or approved by the FDA. As mentioned earlier, aminexil has also not been tested by any credible research groups. A search in the national research database, pubmed, yields no studies.
It is ultimately up to you, the consumer, to decide whether you are willing to take the risk of using an untested product.
Price:
About $50 for a 1-month supply.
Overall Rating:
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Since many have noticed significant results and this product does contain more ingredients than minoxidil, we have ranked it higher. We cannot, however, recommend it for safety issues.
If you decide to go with this regiment you should combine this with a DHT-blocking supplement for the best results.
If you are really in a jam then Toppik fibers will make it look like you have a full head of hair immediately.
Spectral DNC-L is available at:
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For Best Supplement, we recommend Hairomega for its array and quality of ingredients. Although this is their first entry into the industry, they have a winning formula on their hands. Its long list of ingredients have been proven to block DHT and provide your hair follicles with the nutrients it needs. |
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For Best Topical Solution, we recommend Revivogen for the all natural formulation ingredients which has both DHT-blockers and growth promoters. |
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For Best Concealer, we recommend Toppik hair augmentation fibers. This easy to use product yields instant results that gives the appearance of having a full head of hair. For just sticking with static electricity it works well. |
Sources:
1: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/
2: Arch Pharm Res. 2007 Jul;30(7):834-9.
The effect of tripeptide-copper complex on human hair growth in vitro.
3: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5831672_adenosine-hair-growth.html
4: Biol Pharm Bull. 2007 Jan;30(1):21-6.
The additive effects of minoxidil and retinol on human hair growth in vitro.
5: Phytother Res. 2001 Jun;15(4):331-6.
The first clinical trial of topical application of procyanidin B-2 to investigate its potential as a hair growing agent.
6: Planta Med. 2006 Jul;72(9):807-13. Epub 2006 Jun 19.
Extracts from Pygeum africanum and other ethnobotanical species with antiandrogenic activity.
7. Phytother Res. 2001 Jun;15(4):331-6.
The first clinical trial of topical application of procyanidin B-2 to investigate its potential as a hair growing agent.