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      Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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      antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

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      growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

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      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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      community Topical T3 study - 1000% Growth. Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  106 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.

      community Can Minoxidil be Aging My Skin?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
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      community Hair transplant experience and progress

      in Progress Pictures  90 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user underwent a successful hair transplant with Dr. Linkov, receiving 2612 grafts, after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil. Fourteen months post-procedure, the user is extremely satisfied with the results, feeling more confident and looking younger.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.