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    Glossary Absorption

    process of substances entering cells or tissues

    Absorption refers to the process by which substances, such as nutrients, chemicals, or medications, are taken up by cells or tissues. In the context of hair and skin, it often involves the uptake of topical treatments or nutrients through the skin or hair follicles, which can influence hair health and growth. For example, minoxidil, a common treatment for hair loss, is absorbed through the scalp to stimulate hair follicles.

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      community Can absorption be intervened by oil, sebum etc?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether oily scalp and sebum can hinder the absorption of topical hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, even when using tretinoin. The user is skeptical about the effectiveness of these treatments due to their oily scalp condition.

      community Minoxidil absorption and washing hair

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      User asks if washing hair or using hair fibers after minoxidil dries is okay and if dry scalp means full absorption. Some doctors and sources say 50-75% absorption occurs after an hour.