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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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research Establishment of an Evaluation Method to Detect Drug Distribution in Hair Follicles
Researchers developed a method to measure drugs in hair follicles and found that both water-loving and fat-loving drugs can be detected after being applied to the skin.
research Review of Applications of Microneedling in Dermatology
Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research Liposomes in Cosmeceuticals
Liposomes could improve how skin care products work but are costly and not very stable.
research Unmasking Melasma: Confronting the Treatment Challenges
Melasma treatment is difficult, but combination therapies and personalized plans show promise.
research The Transdermal Inhibition of Melanogenesis by a Cell-Membrane-Permeable Peptide Delivery System Based on Poly-Arginine
A new skin-whitening agent using a peptide from wheat is safe and effective at reducing skin pigmentation.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 4 years of baldness and hating my mirror reflection has ended
The user shared their journey with hair loss, using minoxidil initially, then adding microneedling and finasteride, and finally undergoing a hair transplant. They expressed regret for not using finasteride earlier due to fear of side effects and found the combination of treatments effective in the end.
community 4 months result topical min 5% Nw6
The user experienced good hair growth using topical minoxidil 5% and finasteride for 4 months but lost progress after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride and shaving their head. They have returned to using topical treatments and are seeking advice on similar experiences.
community 4 months treatment with 5% minoxidil twice daily and 1 mg finasteride EOD.
A 26-year-old is using 5% minoxidil twice daily and 1 mg finasteride every other day, along with biotin and collagen supplements, for hair regrowth. They apply minoxidil to the temples and crown and experienced initial shedding in the first month.
community 4 years of finasteride and 3 months of dutasteride
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride 5mg daily since age 19 and added dutasteride 0.5mg twice a week to prevent hairline recession. They report no side effects and credit early treatment for maintaining their hair.
community 4 months finasteride, someone tell me what’s going on.
The user has been using finasteride for 4 months and minoxidil for over a year, experiencing significant hair loss and thinning. Others suggest it might be a shedding phase, with some users sharing similar experiences and eventual regrowth, while others express skepticism about the effectiveness of the treatments.