How DHT Works DHT is dihydrotestosterone, an androgen that is found in the male body. This can also be found in the female body, but it is typically more likely to be found in men. The thing is that men and women alike can develop it, but men have more of these androgens. Still, it is something that will occur upon people at any age; it typically does not discriminate against race or hair color either. The 5-alpha-reductase compound will synthesize DHT around the hair follicles, adrenal glands, and prostate. In some cases, the body's metabolic rate will change dramatically as a result of the development of the compound, but in most cases, it will be responsible for causing hair loss above all else. DHT will work by moving its way into the dermal papilla. This is a key component of the hair follicle that is required to help you get more hair. It is practically the deepest space on your scalp. This will be the main hub for the production of hair on your scalp so it will continue to l...