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 nutrient delivery to the hair bulb. With their small molecular size, Keratin Amino Acids penetrate deep into the hair shaft to repair damage and restore strength and shine, unlike bulkier forms of keratin that only coat the surface. Panthenol-D, Biotin, GHK-Cu Copper Tripeptide-1, 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 of 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 GHK-Cu Copper Tripeptide-1 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 Peptide Scalp Elixir - Peptides for Your Hair
Awesome product and doesn’t make your hair look greasy/ dirty!
Thank you Sue!
I'm so happy the feel is awesome for you.
Please do let us know when those little baby hairs start popping up.
Markey
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K. Wright
New hair growth!
Ok, this stuff is the real deal, and seriously works!
I always do my research when looking for natural products, so this wasn’t any different.
I started getting concerned with my menopausal/hormonal hair thinning, but was not going to use harsh chemicals.
When I saw the list of ingredients in GOW’s follicle stimulator, I knew I found my product!
I have not found another product on the market with so many beneficial and promising ingredients in it.
I started using it every night before bed. It doesn’t ever feel heavy or leave my hair greasy. It has even helped balance my scalp from being too oily. I just brush it through every morning. I also no longer need to use a dry shampoo either.
Around the 3rd week, I noticed new baby hairs growing at my hairline…no exaggeration!! I couldn’t believe what I was seeing, but the new hairs were there, so I knew it really was working!
I don’t want to be without it now, and just bought the biggest bottle available!! If I saw new growth that quickly, I can’t wait to see what long the term results will show!
Hi there, our local friend ❤️
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. Hormonal hair changes can feel deeply personal and frustrating, so reading about your experience means a great deal to us, especially knowing you’re local. We’re really glad this has fit so comfortably into your routine and supported your scalp balance along the way.
Thank you for trusting us and for such a thoughtful note.
Markey and Jen ⋆.˚✮ ✮˚.⋆
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Anonymous
This is a great product
This is a great product. My hair is 3 feet long and was recently destroyed when negligent doctors soaked my hair in saline solution for 4 long hours during my surgery which caused all my hair to break off. I'm devastated. I've been using this product because the ingredients are so good particularly the pea sprout peptide. I believe it's helping with the damage my hair sustainedy
Gaylen
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with our Follicle Stimulator Serum. We are sorry to hear about the damage your hair sustained during your surgery, and we understand how devastating that must be. Side note: I lost a lot of hair in the hospital last year, and this really helped to bring my confidence back. (Markey)
We are so, so, so happy to hear that our product, especially the pea sprout peptide, has been helping with your hair's recovery. Our team is committed to using high-quality ingredients to provide the best results for our customers.
We hope to continue being a part of your hair care journey, and we are always here to assist you in any way we can.
Thank you for choosing our product. We really appreciate your business!
Your GOW Team . ♡♡♡
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Erika Davies
Great Overnight Jumpstart To Hairgrowth
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 :)
I have suffered from all forms of rosacea and have improved dramatically since using this and
I have suffered from all forms of rosacea and have improved dramatically since using this and other clean and simple GOW products. I feel that the manuka honey serum is an essential base to the layering of serums I do.
Thank you so much, Catherine! 🌸Hearing that your skin has improved so dramatically is fantastic to hear!
We love that the Manuka Honey HA Serum has become the essential first layer in your routine, especially alongside your other GoW favorites!
Wishing you the best on this road to skincare health and happiness.
Markey and Your GoW Crew °❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:・°❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:・
It's really hard to find a fungal acne-safe body lotion! This lotion is light, and it's not instantly transformative, but over the past month or so I think it has helped the dry patches on my elbows and knees. I wish it was a tad richer, but I don't know if that's possible while also keeping it FA-safe. So I'll probably keep it in my routine!
Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review, Caroline! -`♡´- We’re glad you’re beginning to see improvement in those stubborn dry areas. We also truly appreciate your feedback about wanting a little more richness while keeping the formula fungal acne-friendly. That balance can be tricky, but your input is incredibly helpful to us!
Markey 🏵️🏵️🏵️
Absolute best thing for my white dry flyaway hair. 1/2 tsp MCT Oil heated with 1/4 tsp Cetyl Alcohol in a baby food jar in water in a leg wax warmer. When melted I add 1 tsp Distilled Water. I let cool in the warmer & apply to hair.
Hi Laura ♡♡♡
This is so interesting and clever! We love hearing how our customers put their ingredients to work! Knowing the Cetyl Alcohol has been the answer for smoothing and softening your dry, flyaway hair is inspiring. Keep up with the great ideas. Since your mixture contains water, we recommend making only a tiny amount at a time and using it fresh.
*Your GoW Crew ᵗᑋᵃᐢᵏ ᵞᵒᵘ ♡
This is my all time favorite body oil. Feels very luxurious.
Thank you so much! Our Bakuchiol Body Bliss Body Oil ... “Luxurious” is exactly how we want your skin to feel. We’re thrilled it has become such a favorite!
Markey 🌸🌸🌸
this seems like a very good product, but may be wrong for my skin type. i have rosacea and eczema, and mostly oily skin. i was hoping to find a product that would improve my heavily congested nose and chin without making all the red patches on my cheeks and eye area worse. i tried the product as both a toner and a facial spray, but found it slowly dried out my cheeks and made them redder. so now am am just applying only to my nose and cheeks, and it seems to be helping now, in conjunction with the oat serum. the product has the consistency of a typical toner, and it is scentless. it does not sting or burn when sprayed on, even in the eye area. it feels neither drying nor hydrating, and does not leave you looking greasy.
Hi Donna ♡
Thank you for sharing your experience with our Wild Black Cherry Bark Hydrosol. I'm glad to hear it's helping when used selectively.
We appreciate your detailed feedback and hope it continues to support your skin needs.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!
Thought: you could add about 2-3% glycerin to amp up the hydration.
Markey and the GoW Crew (✿◠ᴗ◠)
I have suffered from all forms of rosacea and have improved dramatically since using this and
I have suffered from all forms of rosacea and have improved dramatically since using this and other clean and simple GOW products. I feel that the manuka honey serum is an essential base to the layering of serums I do.
Manuka Honey Hyaluronic Acid Serum
KIM KELLY
Thanakha Blemish Clearing Tonic
Garden of Wisdom Thanakha Blemish Clearing Tonic really works!! I don’t know what the magic is in the formula, but it gets overnight results and clears up blemishes faster than anything I’ve ever used. Terrific product!!
Garden Of Wisdom Skincare
Laura
Absolute best thing for my white dry flyaway hair
Absolute best thing for my white dry flyaway hair. 1/2 tsp MCT Oil heated with 1/4 tsp Cetyl Alcohol in a baby food jar in water in a leg wax warmer. When melted I add 1 tsp Distilled Water. I let cool in the warmer & apply to hair.
Cetyl Alcohol NF
Anonymous
This is my all time favorite body oil
This is my all time favorite body oil. Feels very luxurious.
Bakuchiol Body Bliss Oil (Body Only)
Anonymous
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day. Gentle and clean. Makes hair feel so soft.
Locks of Lovely Shampoo (Unscented): Pure, Nourishing, and Gentle Care for Your Hair
Caroline Moyer
Good for emerging blemishes
I like this stuff! My blemishes are usually just tiny irritated white heads or bumps with nothing in them. If I put this on at night, things are much calmer in the morning. It even seems to have a minimizing effect on the few deep painful cystic guys I get, so they end up fading away rather than coming to the surface full of rage. And so far I haven't had any irritation (and I have very sensitive skin). I put this on after my last oil stage, after things have dried down a bit. I feel like that works best since I use it as a spot treatment, and putting it on under other stuff seems like it would just spread it around.
Sulfur Clearing Serum
Marian Jamieson
This is the best one!
This is the best one! My skin is sensitive to unusual things and the leucidal hyaluronic acid serums don't give me any issue. I prefer the honey to the regular because it helps my acne. I had to order the regular/pure HA serum last time and I definitely noticed breakouts lasting longer. Honey comb is the way to go!
Honey Comb Hyaluronic Acid Serum (Leucidal)
Amber A
Gentle non irritating niacinimide serum
Gentle, non irritating niacinimide serum. Another wonderful light and layerable product from GoW. I like how this serum plays well with my other products and it’s not sticky. This has been very helpful for my stepson’s oily teenage skin as well. Thank you!
B3/B5 Duality Facial Serum – Hydrating Vitamin B3 and B5 Serum for Balanced, Healthy Skin
Anonymous
The perfect cleanser with no harsh ingredients
The perfect cleanser with no harsh ingredients. I have been using this cleanser for years and it is the best!
Creamy Cleanser
TONI B.
Awesome progeline peptide repair serum
I have this product daily for over a year and my skin has never looked to smooth. It has helped my fine lines so much that they are barely visible