{"product_id":"follicle-activator","title":"MD® Follicle Activator — Peptide Scalp Concentrate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 of the MD HAIR™ system: care for the hair you have.\u003c\/strong\u003e MD\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Follicle Activator is a high-potency, drug-free peptide concentrate formulated by Dr. Susan Lin, M.D. to support the look of a reinforced follicle anchor. One 4 ml concentrate is a full 3-month supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe science in the bottle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcetyl Tetrapeptide-3\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003ered clover extract\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the appearance of the structures around each follicle, while niacinamide and panthenol condition the scalp and \u003cstrong\u003eergothioneine\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of nature's most durable antioxidants — helps defend against oxidative stress. Lightweight, non-greasy, invisible in styled hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasured results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a 17-week (119-day) self-evaluation study of the MD HAIR™ two-step system — Follicle Activator and Follicle Energizer used together — conducted by Spincontrol North America: 71% of the 24 subjects analyzed (32 enrolled) agreed their hair growth had improved, a statistically significant result, and 75% would recommend it to a friend. The study was open and non-comparative, with no placebo group, and results are based on a self-evaluation questionnaire, not instrument measurement. Individual results vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few drops on the scalp each morning, focused on thinning zones; massage in and leave on. Pair with MD\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Follicle Energizer at night — together they form the 2-step MD HAIR™ Restoration System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it compare to minoxidil?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollicle Activator is not a drug — it works through peptide signaling and plant-based botanicals rather than a vasodilator drug pathway, so there's no drug-related shedding rebound or systemic side-effect profile. It can be used alongside minoxidil, or on its own by people who prefer drug-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy is Step 1 \"anchoring\"?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore hair can look thicker it helps to support fewer visibly loose strands. Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 focuses on the look of the structures at the follicle base — that's why the Activator comes first, and the conditioning Energizer second.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it for men or women?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. Thinning at the crown, temples, or part line relates to the same follicle biology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhen will I see results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect 3–6 months of daily use; photograph your part line monthly to track it honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhysician-formulated by Dr. Susan Lin, M.D. · Drug-free, works with or without minoxidil · Made in USA · We create beauty through advanced science™\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MD Hair","offers":[{"title":"4 ml (3-Month Supply)","offer_id":52065484800296,"sku":"FA4","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2724\/8680\/files\/MD_Follicle_Activator-Product.png?v=1783415194","url":"https:\/\/mdhair.com\/zh\/products\/follicle-activator","provider":"MD HAIR™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}