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GlossaryOleic Acid (cis-9-Octadecenoic acid)

monounsaturated fatty acid found in animal and vegetable fats

Oleic Acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid commonly found in various animal and vegetable fats and oils, such as olive oil. It is known for its moisturizing properties and is often used in skincare and haircare products to help maintain hydration and improve texture. In a biological context, oleic acid plays a role in cell membrane fluidity and signaling pathways.

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Comparative Effects of Pistacia Atlantica Leaf and Phenytoin Ointment on Rat Skin Wound Healing: Histopathological Changes and Bioactive Compounds

research Comparative Effects of Pistacia Atlantica Leaf and Phenytoin Ointment on Rat Skin Wound Healing: Histopathological Changes and Bioactive Compounds

February 2026 in “Inflammopharmacology”

Pistacia atlantica leaf ointment effectively heals wounds like phenytoin, with added antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits.

GC-MS Profiling and In Silico Prediction of MAPK Receptor Activation by Fatty Acids of Watercress Oil for Hair Growth Marketed in Saudi Arabia

research GC-MS Profiling and In Silico Prediction of MAPK Receptor Activation by Fatty Acids of Watercress Oil for Hair Growth Marketed in Saudi Arabia

5 citations , January 2021 in “Journal of Saudi Chemical Society”

Watercress oil may promote hair growth by activating specific receptors.

Anti-Androgenic and Hair Growth Promoting Activities of Lygodii Spora (Spore of Lygodium Japonicum): Active Constituents Inhibiting Testosterone 5α-Reductase

research Anti-Androgenic and Hair Growth Promoting Activities of Lygodii Spora (Spore of Lygodium Japonicum): Active Constituents Inhibiting Testosterone 5α-Reductase

38 citations , January 2002 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin”

Lygodii Spora extract may help treat hair loss by blocking a hair loss-related enzyme and promoting hair growth.

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October 2001 in “WORLD SCIENTIFIC eBooks”

Many substances, including chemicals and metals, can cause skin reactions; careful handling and identification of allergens are crucial to prevent dermatitis.

research Extraction of Polyphenol Compounds from Herbal Plant Stems of Kalimantan Using Ethanol Solvent

October 2025 in “Interdiciplinary Journal and Hummanity (INJURITY)”

Kalimantan herbal plants have beneficial compounds supporting traditional medicine and potential therapeutic uses.

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community 9 months of minoxidil , finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol

in Progress Pictures 59 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared progress pictures after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estradiol for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noted, especially after starting estradiol.

community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

in Transgender 118 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.

community Don't give up! 9 months on Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 392 upvotes 1 year ago

A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.

community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (2.5 months progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% once a week.

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User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.

community HRT is literal black magic. Fin 1 mg/day @ 4 years, min 2x/day @ 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day @ 3.5 months, and Spironolactone 100mg/day @ 3.5 months (estra & spiro are medicines you should likely not take if you are a cis man)

in Progress Pictures 118 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared progress on hair regrowth using Fin 1 mg/day for 4 years, Min 2x/day for 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day, and Spironolactone 100mg/day for 3.5 months. They noted significant hairline recovery and advised against HRT for cis men due to feminizing effects.

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