Increase in cellular stimulation Productionrepair of weakening hair stem cells Increase in blood flow as well as calcium (Ca2+) and nutrient permeability to the hair follicle Increase in nutrient acquisition by the hair follicle Inhibits 5-a-reductase and decreases or counters the effects of DHT Prevents tissue death and reduces follicular swelling or metabolism Increases mRNA production – stem cells work harder and faster (also referred to as