Garden of Wisdom's Follicle Stimulator Serum is a targeted, science-backed formula designed to revitalize the scalp and promote stronger, thicker hair growth at the root. This potent blend works at the follicular level to stimulate circulation, reduce inflammation, and create an optimal environment for new hair to thrive. Key actives like Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 and Red Clover Extract work synergistically to block the adverse effects of DHT - a key hormone responsible for hair thinning, while anchoring proteins that support follicle integrity. Niacinamide boosts microcirculation and soothes the scalp, encouraging the delivery of nutrients to the hair bulb. With their small molecular size, Keratin Amino Acids deeply penetrate the hair shaft to repair damage and restore strength and shine, unlike bulkier forms of keratin that only coat the surface. Panthenol-D, Biotin, and Hydrolyzed Quinoa further nourish and moisturize both scalp and strands, improving elasticity and resilience. Marshmallow Root Extract adds hydration, while energizing Caffeine helps awaken dormant follicles. Including an essential oil blend, peppermint, rosemary, eucalyptus, and tea tree, it provides a refreshing boost that stimulates the scalp and enhances nutrient delivery. Preserved naturally with Leucidal SF and AMTicide Coconut, this formula supports healthy hair growth without harsh preservatives. Altogether, this well-rounded serum addresses the root causes of hair thinning and breakage while supporting the scalp microbiome, making it a comprehensive solution for stronger, fuller hair.
Method of Application Apply to clean scalp, generously. Applying a mild apple cider vinegar rinse after shampooing and before this product may give much needed relief for an itchy, irritated scalp. Massage in and wait 20-30 minutes before applying any hair care products. If you find this product interferes with hair products, you might choose to do this only at night.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Spring Water hydrating Quinoa(hydrolyzed) repairs damage and forms a protective barrier on the skin to prevent the environmental stresses from damaging the skin. Binds moisture and provides nutrients for the skin. Red Clover Blossom Extract detoxifying, soothing, antibacterial Niacinamide stimulates circulation, anti-inflammatory Keratin Amino Acids are the Amino Acids that are extracted from the Keratin itself (amino acids are what make up a protein). They are then purified to make them stronger. However, the molecule size of the keratin amino acids allows it to penetrate the hair shaft to help repair damage (whereas hydrolyzed keratin does not penetrate the hair shaft). Keratin Amino Acids is a powerful moisturizer that can penetrate the hair enhancing its conditioning effects. Since it has a composition similar to hair and is small enough to penetrate the hair shaft where it becomes highly substantive. It is ideal for hair that has suffered cuticle damage due to the hair’s increased porosity. It can help give the hair more sheen and increased volume. Panthenol-D potent moisturizer, skin softener, anti-inflammatory, healing Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 biomimetic signal peptide, has effects on cells and anchoring proteins in the connective tissue, Our scalp naturally produces oil which can cause a build-up of sebum. One scalp stimulator is commonly referred to as acetyl tetrapeptide-3. Through in-vitro testing, this particular peptide has been shown that it can anchor proteins in the connective tissue. Combining this peptide with red clover extract helps to slow down hair loss as well as blocking the negative effects of DHT. What is DHT? The main hormone our body produces is testosterone. For this hormone to be carried to tissue such as the skin, the testosterone must bond with enzyme 5-alpha reductase which then converts the testosterone to DHT. Once converted this and the sebum blocks the pores which inhibits hair growth. DHT literally signals hair follicles to stop producing hair. Also, our bodies naturally produce this form of testosterone, internally at the cellular level! Biotin (aka Vitamin B-7) great to strengthen damaged hair, encourages nail growth Marshmallow Root Extract hydrating, moisturizing Caffeine energizing, tightening, helps to enhance anti-oxidants Preservative Blend: 1. Leucidal SF (Lactobacillis Ferment) 2.AMTicide Coconut Lactobacillus (and) Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract Essential Oil Blend Of: Peppermint (baby) Rosemary Verbone Eucalyptus (blue) Tea Tree
Follicle Stimulator Serum (Peptides for Your Hair)
I enjoy using this as an overnight scalp jumpstart to hair growth. It smells lovely and even though a little more heavy than other follicle stimulators, as it is intended to be rinsed out after overnight, it contains high end ingredients of competitor brands plus even better ingredients not found on the market. My scalp feels rejuvinated each use :)
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this review! We're so glad you're loving this!
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Kay
My Hair Has Never Been So Healthy
I have thin, fragile hair due to a genetic condition. My hair has always been patchy, and never grew to be very long. I've been using this product for a year or so, and while my hair is a little longer overall, I'm more impressed with how my bald patches have filled in, and my hair is much more uniform now :)
This is an amazing review, and we are so thrilled to hear your results! Thank you for taking the time to share :)
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Andrea
DHT blocker
I've been using the serum for a month. It contains DHT blocker, which I was looking for. So far, I haven't noticed a difference in my frontal hairline. But I'm willing to give it a longer trial.
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Zizi
Quick and amazing results
I've been using this serum everyday for 2 weeks, and my hair is thicker than it's ever been. My shedding has reduced and my hair just appears healthier.
So happy to hear of your results!
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Carly Johnson
Smells Nice
I’m not quite sure that I can see the effects of this serum yet, but it feels really nice to put on and like I’m pampering myself. I like the smell of the essential oils and it makes the scalp tingle a little from the peppermint oil. I’m on my second bottle and will be buying a third.
Thank you so much for this review! We're happy you are pampering yourself! We all need a little bit of that sometimes!
There's something about coconut vinegar that just hits right...
I LOVE to close my eyes and spray all of the Coco tonics on my face after washing it. It smells amazing and makes it so less is more as you move forward with serums and creams. It's like self-care in a spritzer.
Gianna, you should be a writer; your description is absolutely spot on!😊
You painted such a beautiful visual, and we’re so grateful for this fantastic review.
Thank you!
Markey 😊❣️
It is the most DIVINE of all the serums I've tried at GoW, not only due to it's efficacy, but the scent takes you straight into a rose garden on a mild spring day. Lovely feeling on my skin and to my senses.
Gianna,
What a beautiful way to describe the Rose Stem Cell & Peptide Serum, “a scent to rival all scent-sations”! We’re thrilled you’re loving the Rose Stem Cell Serum, both for its feel and how it transports you.
Thank you for this lovely review!
Markey
This serum is amazing!! I cannot stress enough how I've truly tried so many different products on my face, and GoW is the only company that has me returning every time wondering why I tried anything else. This eye serum is exceptional. It is not tacky - dried clear - and totally refreshes my eyes in a way no other serum has even come close to. I've used it for a few years now and cannot go without it.
Gianna,
This is my favorite eye product (Beautiful Eyes Serum w/ReguAge). When I apply this to my upper orbital bone (eye) and gently press and push up while holding for several seconds, majikal things happen. This is assuming
you have developed hooded upper eyelids. If not, preemptive strike.
Your GoW Team wishes you the very best in your incredible skincare journey
I’ve been using this oil for years. As someone in their 40s and living in the desert, this oil gives a gentle hydration, supporting perimenopause skin, without being greasy or heavy on my sensitive skin type.
Hi Sharon
Thank you for such a thoughtful review and for sharing the results you experienced over time.
It’s the kind of feedback that genuinely helps others feel confident in trying this oil blend!
Markey and the GoW Crew
Hi Ashley
Hopefully, this means you liked the oil? I love the richness and complexity of this oil’s composition.
This being said, thank you!
Markey and the GOW Team
It is the most DIVINE of all the serums I've tried at GoW, not only due to it's efficacy, but the scent takes you straight into a rose garden on a mild spring day. Lovely feeling on my skin and to my senses.
Rose Stem Cell & Peptide Serum - Floral Peptide Infusion for Renewed Skin Vitality
Gianna
Beautify-Your-Eyes!
This serum is amazing!! I cannot stress enough how I've truly tried so many different products on my face, and GoW is the only company that has me returning every time wondering why I tried anything else. This eye serum is exceptional. It is not tacky - dried clear - and totally refreshes my eyes in a way no other serum has even come close to. I've used it for a few years now and cannot go without it.
Beautiful Eyes Serum
Anonymous
I’ve been using this oil for years
I’ve been using this oil for years. As someone in their 40s and living in the desert, this oil gives a gentle hydration, supporting perimenopause skin, without being greasy or heavy on my sensitive skin type.
Aging with Wisdom Conditioning Oil Blend
Kim
Wonderful Product for Blemishes and Irritation from Wearing Glasses!
I was searching for something to help reduce irritation on the sides of my nose from wearing glasses everyday. Even though I clean my glasses each day, I was still getting redness and blemishes wear they sit. I began using just a dab of this product wear they sit, and within a week- the marks disappeared. Amazing! This cream has also helped quickly treat small acne and blemishes on my face with no dryness or irritation. I am so happy and will order this forever. Due to my sensitive skin, I use the version with no essential oils. My other favorite Garden of Wisdom products are the decadent oat emulsion with no essential oils and the wound healing oil to keep my acne and rosacea at bay. Thank you so much to Jen who has recommended products for me that have transformed my skin!
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Frankie
Truly effective serum
I have had dark under-eye circles (i.e. dark purple color) ever since I was a young child. Even with addressing underlying issues with my iron levels, I still had dark circles. Now, being on my 2nd bottle of this serum (first purchase being of the smallest bottle), the dark circles have cleared completely about ⅔ of the way underneath my eye. Purchased the large bottle this time and am looking forward to getting rid of the remaining darkness where the eye meets the bridge of the nose!