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, 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, 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
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 :)
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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 far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin
So far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin. The only issue is that I keep forgetting that I have it in the refrigerator.
Hi Beverly 🙌
Thank you for the PPSO ~ Prickly Pear Seed Oil ~ review.
This is truly one of our favorites here and most definitely my favorite!
It's cute that you forgot your oil in the fridge! We have all done that numerous times. You can decant some into a
smaller bottle to keep on your bathroom counter. It will remain stable, just not be sweetly chilled.
Wishing you a happy, healthy, and beautiful skin in the new year. ⋆꙳•❅‧*₊⋆☃︎‧*❆₊⋆
Bought this for my husband to treat redness on his face. It's hard to get him to use products. Started with a sample. I worked, so he asked me to order more. He must really like it. Thanks Garden of Wisdom!
Hi Andrea
I have seriously, honestly, protectively ... waited for feedback on our fruity HA Serums. I think they are so fun and fantastic.
Again, thank you and your hubby for the kind review.
Markey ☺️
I use this cleanser every evening. Love the scent and my skin feels so smooth afterwards. I will continue to keep this as part of my daily routine.
Andrea
Thank you for sharing this. Knowing the Soothing Cream Cleanser with Matcha Green Tea has been kind to your sensitive skin and that you enjoy the scent truly matters to us. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and for choosing Garden of Wisdom. ⋆☀︎.⋆☀︎.⋆☀︎.
This product works well on my sensitive skin. It has helped clear clogged pores on my nose as well as reduce small bumps that frequently appear on my cheeks. I'll keep this one on hand at all times.
Andrea
Thank you for sharing this. It means a lot to know the Sulfur Clearing Serum helped clear your clogged pores and smoothed bumps while remaining gentle on sensitive skin. This is so exciting for both you and us.
Your GoW Team °❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:・°
To be honest, I use Serum as a Scalp Oil Treatment....I mixed it in with another scalp treatment that I do weekly....I'm very sensitive to everything, but far. so good....Thank you!
Patricia
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our Happy Scalp Detox My Itchy and Dry Scalp Serum!
We are glad to hear it is working well for you and that you have found a way to incorporate it into your weekly scalp treatment routine. We understand the importance of being sensitive to certain products and are happy to hear that our serum is not causing any issues for you.
Thank you for choosing our product, and we hope it continues to deliver outstanding results.
Your One and Only GoW Team
So far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin
So far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin. The only issue is that I keep forgetting that I have it in the refrigerator.
Prickly Pear Seed Oil - The Secret to Timeless Radiance
Andrea S
Banishes redness
Bought this for my husband to treat redness on his face. It's hard to get him to use products. Started with a sample. I worked, so he asked me to order more. He must really like it. Thanks Garden of Wisdom!
Cherry Fruit Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Andrea S
Great on my sensitive skin
I use this cleanser every evening. Love the scent and my skin feels so smooth afterwards. I will continue to keep this as part of my daily routine.
Soothing Cream Cleanser with Matcha Green Tea
Andrea S
Great for clogged pores
This product works well on my sensitive skin. It has helped clear clogged pores on my nose as well as reduce small bumps that frequently appear on my cheeks. I'll keep this one on hand at all times.
Sulfur Clearing Serum
Patricia Portis
So far, so good!
To be honest, I use Serum as a Scalp Oil Treatment....I mixed it in with another scalp treatment that I do weekly....I'm very sensitive to everything, but far. so good....Thank you!
Happy Scalp Detox My Itchy and Dry Scalp Serum
Peg
Best lotion ever!
This lotion is the best I’ve ever found! Sinks in beautifully, providing moisture to dry, cracked hands and itchy, flaky legs. After many years of searching for the perfect lotion, I’ve found the one! The aroma is subtly beautiful (sea of blue)- love everything about this product :). Thank you Garden of Wisdom!,
Creamy Hand and Body Lotion
Amelia Thome
This Is THE Lotion
All the things skin is supposed to do, (like holding in hydration and moisture, shedding naturally, and remaining intact to provide a barrier against the elements) my skin doesn't. What it does do, is react to everything (including my own sweat) as an enemy, and block and inflame random pores as revenge upon me for trying to moisturize so the itching doesn't drive me to madness.
This lotion has been genuinely miraculous. At best, others help one problem but cause another. This one interrupts the cycle, and has actually made my skin healthier. To echo another review, please never stop making this.
Exfo 15% Lotion
Cynthia Wells
Bakuchiol
Love it for my neck. Will try on my face at some point. I have Rosacea so I have to be careful with my face. Love Bakuchiol for the body too.
Bakuchiol (Sytenol®A) Botanic Facial Oil Booster
Michelle Castro
Winter Skin MUST HAVE
I love the other GOW hydrating mists but has not tried this one yet. My skin is on the struggle bus this Fall. Due to weather plus perimenopause I felt like I couldn’t get enough hydration no matter what! Purchased the 1oz size of this mist to try and it’s a game changer!! I just ordered the 4oz size during a sale. Never want to be without this during Fall and Winter.
Customer Created Deep Hydrating Mist
Jamie Lyn Ross
Another WIN from Garden of Wisdom
I've never not loved Garden of Wisdom products 100%, and this is no exception... I alternate the C3 Elixir with other GoW products (the C3 does great on off-days that I don't use peptides), and it's been a great addition to my skin's arsenal. Some products can be drying or irritating to my skin but this isn't, at all!
I have to say... Markey and the entire team at Garden of Wisdom is a blessing. They do what they do out of a passion for helping people, and crafting high-quality, clean and safe products, at an affordable price - along with the utmost customer service (and I love the little hand-written notes I get with each order :)
Thank you, Markey, Leah, Jen, and the rest of your awesome team. xo