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    GlossarySophora

    genus of flowering plants in the legume family

    Sophora is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. Some species within this genus, such as Sophora flavescens, are known for their medicinal properties and have been used in traditional medicine to treat various conditions, including hair loss and skin disorders. The active compounds in Sophora, like matrine and oxymatrine, are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.

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      community best way make topical melatonin solution

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user wants to try melatonin for hair loss by mixing melatonin powder with a topical oil serum. They are asking if this mixture is possible and effective.

      community Has anyone experimented with Finnestride 1mg/daily and Dutastride topically?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user on finasteride for hair loss is considering topical dutasteride to further reduce scalp DHT and is using various other topicals as substitutes for minoxidil due to concerns about the safety of their cats and potential heart side effects from oral minoxidil. They are exploring whether a once-weekly application of topical dutasteride would be effective.

      community Oral minoxidil can causes age skin?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Oral minoxidil may cause skin aging, such as dark circles. To counteract aging, use tretinoin at night and broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day.

      community Any young women losing hair that have tried microneedling and oils?

      in Microneedling  32 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.

      community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

       23 upvotes 5 years ago
      A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.