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research Effects of black mud on content of collagen of skin and growth of hair in mice

January 2005 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics”

This study found that applying black mud to mice increased skin collagen and superoxide dismutase activity, decreased malondialdehyde levels, and enhanced hair growth and smoothness.

research Back to the Roots—An Overview of the Chemical Composition and Bioactivity of Selected Root-Essential Oils

57 citations , May 2021 in “Molecules”

This review explores the chemical composition and biological activities of essential oils from selected aromatic roots, highlighting their potential for various industries, though more research is needed to standardize their bioactive components.

research On the geographies of hair: Exploring the entangled margins of the bordered body

8 citations , March 2019 in “Progress in Human Geography”

This paper explores how hair functions as a geographical lens to redefine the body's borders, influencing perceptions of identity and power.

research A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW ON SIDDHA POLYHERBAL FORMULATION KEEDARI THAILAM

October 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy”

This review found that the ingredients of Keedari thailam, a traditional Siddha formulation used for alopecia areata, exhibit antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and other pharmacological activities, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits according to recent research and Siddha literature.

research Valproic acid monotherapy induced longitudinal melanonychia

November 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology”

In this case report, a 17-year-old male on sodium valproate therapy developed rare longitudinal melanonychia, suggesting sodium valproate can induce nail pigmentation as a side effect.

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learn Hair Transplant

How long does a hair transplant procedure take? A hair transplant procedure typically takes 4 to 8 hours.
Does hair grow back in the donor area after a hair transplant? Hair does not grow back in the donor area after extraction during a hair transplant.

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Does Procapil block DHT without affecting hormones? What the evidence shows Procapil's supplier describes it as inhibiting 5-alpha reductase at the scalp without changing hormone levels, but the published support is cell and animal work plus one small human study of a caffeine-plus-Procapil formula. It is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair-loss treatment, and no trial has compared it with finasteride or minoxidil.

learn Baicapil

Does Baicapil block DHT? What the evidence shows No published study shows that Baicapil blocks DHT — the only data on the ingredient itself is the manufacturer's own unpublished dossier, and the baicalin research behind the claim is prostate cancer cell-line work that did not measure DHT or hair.

learn Pumpkin seed oil

Does pumpkin seed oil block DHT, the hormone linked to male and female pattern baldness? Pumpkin seed oil has not been shown to lower DHT in people. One small, supplier-funded trial of a branded supplement reported more hair after 24 weeks but did not measure DHT (Cho et al. 2014).

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community DIY Minoxidil mix with Fin, Caffeine, Cetirizine, and Melatonin?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A user plans to create a custom topical solution by adding finasteride, caffeine, cetirizine, and melatonin to a minoxidil bottle, questioning the stability and effectiveness of this mix. Concerns include potential crystallization and solution muddiness with added ingredients.

community Tressless has nothing on Facebook, any willing to test it

412 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses unconventional and satirical hair loss treatments involving urine and feces. Participants joke about these methods as alternatives to traditional treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Next best option after low dose finestride

3 upvotes 4 months ago

The user experienced hair regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil but faced libido issues, leading them to try alternatives like novamaine and a low-dose finasteride/minoxidil solution, which still caused side effects. They are considering reducing the solution's volume, stopping finasteride, or using minoxidil alone, while others suggest alternatives like dutasteride or clascoterone.

community 2 months of nightly 5% minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 485 upvotes 7 months ago

A 25-year-old user shared progress after two months of using 5% minoxidil nightly on their scalp and beard. Many users suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent hair loss due to DHT, while others express concerns about potential side effects of these DHT blockers.

community Help me choose a daily shampoo (too many options!)

4 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is seeking a gentle, fragrance-free daily shampoo for a sensitive scalp with mild psoriasis, considering options like Cleure, CeraVe, and Vanicream. They are also contemplating using Nizoral once a week despite concerns about its harshness.

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