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GlossaryCoal Tar

thick, black liquid byproduct used to treat skin conditions

Coal tar is a thick, black liquid byproduct derived from the carbonization of coal. It is commonly used in dermatology to treat skin conditions like psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-itch properties.

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research Pityriasis Amiantacea Associated With Staphylococcus Aureus Super-Infection in Bedouin Patients

December 2004 in “Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease”

Pityriasis amiantacea is linked to Staphylococcus aureus infection and can be effectively treated with antibiotics, corticosteroids, and coal tar.

research Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management

128 citations , January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.

research Effectiveness of Medicated Shampoo Against Hair Loss

March 2017 in “International journal of current advanced research”

Medicated shampoos can help reduce hair loss associated with dandruff.

research A 30-Year-Old Man with Recurrent Scaling and Itching of the Scalp

January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology”

A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.

research A Method on Establishment of Acne Complex Animal Model

January 2014 in “Journal of Guangdong Pharmaceutical University”

The new rabbit model better mimics human acne symptoms.

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community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 3 years ago

Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

community 2 months results minoxidil + finasteride

in Treatment 331 upvotes 1 year ago

User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.

community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.

community 26M -6 months progress (dutasteride and minoxidil)

in Progress Pictures 44 upvotes 1 year ago

A 26-year-old male showed hair improvement after 6 months of daily 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil. He thanked the tressless community and haircafe for their support.

community Finasteride doesn't work for me in 2 years and my bloodtest result just came in.

in Progress Pictures 88 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been treating hair loss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hair loss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.

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