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research Studies on the effect of Sophora flavescens extract on the hair growth stimulation and acne inhibition

2 citations , January 2002 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology”

This study found that Sophora flavescens extract promoted hair growth in mice by advancing the hair cycle and may inhibit acne-causing bacteria, though it did not affect in vitro hair follicle cell growth.

research Acne inversa-like lesions associated with the multi-kinase inhibitor sorafenib

11 citations , December 2013 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

This article reviews the use of sorafenib, a multikinase inhibitor, for treating certain carcinomas, noting that cutaneous toxicity during treatment may indicate successful antitumor activity; however, it reports no new clinical results.

research Dual effects of 5α-reductase inhibitor dutasteride on androgenetic alopecia and acne vulgaris

January 2019 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

This study observed that dutasteride treatment led to improvement in acne vulgaris among two male patients with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its potential as a treatment option for concurrent conditions.

research Effects of lipid and acne inhibitive cream on acne model of rabbit's ears

January 2009 in “Journal of Zhengzhou University”

This study found that lipid and acne inhibitive cream improved the skin condition in a rabbit ear acne model, showing significant changes in follicular cornification.

research Selective induction of apoptosis in the hamster flank sebaceous gland organ by a topical liposome 5-α-reductase inhibitor: A treatment strategy for acne

8 citations , February 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This study observed that a topical liposome formulation of a 5‐α‐reductase inhibitor effectively reduced the size of treated sebaceous glands and induced apoptosis in a hamster model, suggesting potential benefits for acne treatment.

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community 2 years of Androgen inhibition.

144 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.

community Question about clascoterone acne cream

2 upvotes 5 months ago

Clascoterone cream can be used on the scalp, but it may not be effective due to its dosage. AR antagonists like clascoterone are generally less effective than 5AR inhibitors for hair loss.

community Finasteride induced acne!? ANY suggestions pls! Zinc?

11 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride may cause acne for some users, possibly due to increased testosterone or estrogen levels. Zinc, gluconic acid, and B5 cream are suggested treatments for managing this acne.

community Supposedly dairy contains precursors to DHT that are already 5a-reduced and convert to DHT independent of 5a-reductase inhibition

26 upvotes 5 months ago

Dairy may contain DHT precursors that could affect hair loss and prostate health, with some users noting reduced hair shedding after eliminating dairy. Individual responses to dairy and DHT blockers vary, with some attributing hair health to diet changes and others seeing no impact.

community Will minoxidil cause your skin to age from the collagen inhibition?

2 upvotes 7 months ago

Minoxidil is unlikely to cause skin aging at typical doses, and concerns about collagen inhibition are mostly unfounded. Users suggest using sunscreen and tretinoin for skin health, and some combine minoxidil with finasteride for hair maintenance.

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