trichogen

/ˈtrɪkədʒɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A protein that stimulates the growth of hair, especially in mammals.

“Researchers found that the trichogen in the new shampoo helped to rapidly increase hair growth in the participants.”

Synonyms

  • keratinogen
  • trichostatic

Antonyms

  • alopecia agent
  • trichocide