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learn Biotin

supplement to help with hair texture and quality

Biotin, Biotinyl-GHK, biotinoyl-tripeptide-1… are they not the same? Biotin, Biotinyl-GHK, and Biotinoyl-Tripeptide-1 are different compounds with distinct functions.
Biotin: the darling of hair products. Biotin may support hair health, but its effectiveness varies and is often overstated.
How much biotin is too much biotin? The NIH Adequate Intake for adults is 30 mcg of biotin a day, and supplements often contain hundreds of times that; no toxic dose has been identified, but the FDA warns that high-dose biotin can distort blood tests including troponin, so tell your doctor and the lab before any test.

learn Dexpanthenol

precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects

learn Folic acid

Can folic acid be combined with other treatments like minoxidil or biotin for better results? There is no published controlled trial of folic acid combined with minoxidil and biotin, so no synergy has been demonstrated; the vitamins have documented value only for correcting a diagnosed deficiency, and high doses of each carry known cautions.

learn Pumpkin seed oil

Can pumpkin seed oil be safely combined with other hair growth ingredients like minoxidil or biotin? Yes, pumpkin seed oil can be safely combined with minoxidil and biotin.

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research Hair microscopy: an easy adjunct to diagnosis of systemic diseases in children

3 citations , November 2021 in “Applied Microscopy”

This article presents a comprehensive overview of hair microscopy techniques and their diagnostic potential for systemic and cutaneous disorders, emphasizing its usefulness in resource-limited settings and highlighting the underutilization of this non-invasive method due to lack of awareness.

research Diffuse hair loss: Its triggers and management

88 citations , June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine”

This article reviews various causes of diffuse hair loss, highlighting the importance of identifying triggers through thorough examination for effective treatment and emphasizing patient education in management; it reports no new clinical findings.

research Micronutrient status in patients receiving home parenteral nutrition

66 citations , November 1997 in “Nutrition”

This study found that while micronutrient abnormalities are common among patients receiving home parenteral nutrition, serious consequences from these abnormalities are rare.

Efficacy and Safety of a New Topical Hair Loss Lotion Containing Oleanolic Acid, Apigenin, Biotinyl Tripeptide-1, Diaminopyrimidine Oxide, Adenosine, Biotin, and Ginkgo Biloba in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium: A Six-Month Open-Label Prospective Clinical Study

research Efficacy and Safety of a New Topical Hair Loss-Lotion Containing Oleanolic Acid, Apigenin, Biotinyl Tripeptide-1, Diaminopyrimidine Oxide, Adenosine, Biotin and Ginkgo biloba in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen effluvium: A Six-month Open-Label Prospective Clinical Study

1 citations , January 2018 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology”

This study found that a new hair loss lotion containing various cosmetic ingredients significantly increased total hair fibers and anagen hairs in individuals with androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium, while also improving visual hair characteristics and receiving positive user feedback without adverse effects.

research Biotin - facts and hopes

September 2022 in “Farmacja Polska”

This review discusses the role of biotin in enzyme function and its effects on hair, skin, and nail health, noting that significant improvements are mostly seen in people with biotin deficiency, and reports no new clinical results.

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community Close ups of just above forehead and crown. Images on left are 1 month into treatment, images on right are 3 months in.

in Progress Pictures 27 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair regrowth and thickening using 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D, red light therapy, and microneedling. Some shedding occurred around 4-6 weeks into the treatment.

community Forced to be 10 days without minox. My hair is preparing its final goodbye. Tell me it's not the end.

in Minoxidil 84 upvotes 1 year ago

Stopping minoxidil for 10 days due to eye surgery, with concerns about hair loss. Most responses suggest a short break won't significantly impact hair, and emphasize prioritizing eye health.

community 4.5 months on 1mg fin/6%min/2.5mg biotin hybrid progress

in Is this regrowth? 59 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after 4.5 months using a chewable treatment with 1mg finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, despite initial shedding and acne from accutane. Opinions on progress vary, with some noticing thicker hair and others seeing no difference or thinning.

community 4 months progress - fin/min/keto/biotin

898 upvotes 1 year ago

A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using a 4-in-1 topical treatment from Hims, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin, over four months. The user reported increased body and beard hair, skin changes, and no negative sexual side effects, while others noted the rapid and impressive results as atypical.

community Ok, let's debunk Dutasteride not working forever!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 69 upvotes 1 month ago

Dutasteride may not work as effectively as finasteride for everyone, with some users experiencing increased shedding or no improvement. Combining treatments like minoxidil with dutasteride or finasteride can help maintain or improve hair growth, but individual results vary.

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