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substances applied to enhance or alter appearance

Cosmetics, also known as makeup or beauty products, are substances or products used to enhance or alter the appearance of the face, body, or hair. They include a wide range of items such as skin creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, nail polish, eye and facial makeup, hair colors, and deodorants. These products can serve various purposes, from improving aesthetics to providing skincare benefits.

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community Aesthetic Cosmetics RU8841 real or not? Australia RU

in Treatment 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A user switched from Anageninc to Aesthetic Cosmetics for RU58841 and experienced increased shedding, questioning the product's authenticity. They seek advice on reliable sources for RU58841 in Australia.

community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

in Treatment 117 upvotes 2 months ago

Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

community My Dermatologist is bald. Yall think he’ll prescribe me Fin or be a hater and want to see me bald too?

in Chat 457 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Concerns about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil, and doubts about a bald dermatologist prescribing them. Users recommend finding a dermatologist who prescribes effective treatments or exploring online options for finasteride.

community 1 month of using fin, so happy

in Progress Pictures 860 upvotes 3 months ago

User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

community Kintor (Koshine Biomedica) changed their KX-826 pictures on Amazon to a alleged study picture after backlash over fake pictures

in Product 121 upvotes 3 months ago

Kintor changed their KX-826 pictures on Amazon after backlash over fake images. Users are skeptical about the product's effectiveness and trustworthiness, with some preferring finasteride instead.

community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results

in Treatment 32 upvotes 8 months ago

Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.

community Can anyone advise me on the best brand of 2% Minox to use and mix with pyrilutamide powder

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Best 2% Minox brand for mixing with pyrilutamide powder and retinoic acid sought. Advice on specific treatments discussed.

community allergen of the year award list(2000-2023).most allergens are in every day shampoos and skin care.

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses allergens in everyday shampoos and skincare products, listing yearly allergens from 2000 to 2023. It suggests that these chemicals might contribute to acne and hair loss.

community Hair transplant result, hair+confidence back 👍

in Progress Pictures 295 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who got a hair transplant and gave their experience with it, including how the donor area recovered quickly and the potential risks of getting a hair transplant at a young age. Other users discussed bleaching and dyeing transplanted hair, as well as asking about the clinic where the procedure was done.

community Why don't the Nizoral manufacturers promote their product for MPB?

in Ketoconazole 11 upvotes 2 years ago

Ketoconazole is somewhat effective for male pattern baldness (MPB), but the manufacturer promotes it for dandruff instead, possibly because the dandruff market is larger and to avoid confusion among dandruff sufferers without hair loss.

community Pirfenidone - The answer to fibrosis and baldness

in Treatment 19 upvotes 3 years ago

Pirfenidone is suggested to treat fibrosis and baldness by blocking inflammation markers and reducing collagen. It is also available as a gel for scar removal.

community Shiseido filed for this patent in May 2019. Let's get some big brain discussion on this.

6 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses a patent filed by Shiseido for cloning Dermal Papilla (DP) cells to treat hair loss. The method involves using viral vectors to maintain the cells' growth-inducing properties, differing from Replicel's approach with Dermal Sheath Cup (DSC) cells.

community Leaving minoxidil for only 1 hour on scalp - how to maximize effectiveness?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 month ago

The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.

community Everyone seems to be looking for an antiandrogen as an add on. But what about Estradiol & its derivatives ( excluding the low concentraion alfatradiool ) being used. Anyone has an experience with this ? Anything that won't cause feminization in the process ?

in Chat 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses using estradiol and its derivatives for hair loss without causing feminization. Users mention alternatives like alfatradiol, topical 17b-Estradiol, and DIM (Diindolylmethane).

community Here's why Pryiltamide "failed" phase 3 trials and marketed as a cosmetic

in Chat 8 upvotes 2 months ago

KX-826 failed Phase III trials due to high placebo effects, patient compliance issues, COVID-19 side effects, and detection method deviations. KX-826 is now marketed as a cosmetic and approved for combination with Minoxidil.

community KX-826 Pyrilutamide1% coming soon

in Update 152 upvotes 3 months ago

KX-826 Pyrilutamide 1% is launching soon, and users are discussing its potential benefits and drawbacks compared to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others are hopeful it will be a safer alternative.

community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

in Treatment 9 upvotes 5 months ago

The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

community JW Pharmaceutical shows superiority of 'JW0061' in hair growth over existing treatments in US

in Research/Science 99 upvotes 6 months ago

JW0061 shows superior hair growth results compared to existing treatments, with significant increases in hair follicles. The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is crucial for hair growth, and JW0061 activates this pathway effectively.

community Are topicals with caffeine useful to promote hairgrowth?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is asking if caffeine topicals are effective for hair growth, noting they already use Minoxidil and finasteride. They are unsure if caffeine topicals are beneficial or a waste of money.

community I hate what my hair does to me!

in Chat 32 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hair loss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.

community Oxytocin Pathway and Cinnamic Acid Research

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses the potential of cinnamic acid for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community A rant about hair loss misinformation on social media

in Chat 43 upvotes 10 months ago

Social media spreads misinformation about hair loss, often promoting unproven treatments like diet changes. Effective treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are overlooked.

community Theoretically won't this be better than finasteride? Azelaic acid + zinc

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using zinc sulphate and azelaic acid to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase activity, which could potentially treat androgen-related skin conditions like hair loss. Combining these with vitamin B6 could enhance the effect, potentially offering an alternative to finasteride.

community DIY Shed treatment & thick regrowth, Vitamin C shampoo

in Treatment 9 upvotes 2 years ago

DIY hair loss treatment with vitamin C in shampoo reduced shedding and promoted regrowth, benefiting both the original poster and their wife.

community I spoke to the Guy who did the Ru58841 (PSK-3841) research

in Research/Science 288 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hair loss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.

community HairClone aiming to 'Make Hairloss History' Launches Crowdfunding Campaign

29 upvotes 5 years ago

The post and conversation are about skepticism towards HairClone's crowdfunding campaign for a hair loss cure, with users expressing doubt and calling it a scam. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 489 upvotes 3 months ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Does anyone know what % of DHT does topical azelaic acid blocks?

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical azelaic acid in blocking DHT for hair loss treatment. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

44 upvotes 4 years ago

Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

community I feel like o got my confidence and my life back after 1.5 years

in Progress Pictures 7352 upvotes 1 month ago

A 32-year-old man had a successful hair transplant in Atlanta, using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, which greatly improved his confidence and appearance. He spent about $13,000 and is very satisfied with the youthful results and increased happiness.