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common acne treatment that kills bacteria and reduces inflammation

Benzoyl Peroxide (BP) is a common topical treatment used for acne due to its antibacterial properties and ability to reduce inflammation. It works by killing acne-causing bacteria and helping to clear blocked pores, making it effective in reducing the severity and frequency of acne breakouts.

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community Yeah, it’s working 👍🏻 Nov 2023 to March 2024

in Progress Pictures 62 upvotes 6 months ago

Animajax, who started off completely bald, has seen hair regrowth using finasteride 1.25mg, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, occasional topical minoxidil, dermastamping, benzoyl peroxide, and tretinoin. They recently added nizoral and plan to switch to a topical solution combining minoxidil and dutasteride.

community I feel like my progress sucks. About 6 Months

in Progress Pictures 11 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is disappointed with their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil, derma stamping, vitamin D, caffeine, benzoyl peroxide wash, and tretinoin. Replies suggest the results are good, especially considering the late start of treatment, and encourage continued use for better outcomes.

community 20 / (almost) 10 months / topical fin + min + tret (ig) + just started micro needling. So far so good 👍🏻

in Progress Pictures 216 upvotes 1 year ago

User "al_ick" shares progress with topical fin, min, tret, and micro needling for hair loss, showing good results. They use hims fin and min combination spray, applying 5-7 sprays for better coverage.

community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

community Tretinoin can enhance the skin permeability of Minoxidil approximately 3-fold at 0.05%[24] and itself has some hair regrowth properties.

7 upvotes 9 years ago

The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.

community 6 months on the sauce- Min,Fin,DR

in Progress Pictures 633 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.

community A lot of hair falling out like this, what does it mean? Diffuse thinning, chronic dandruff and scalp crust (seborrheic dermatitis), 28 y/o male

in Research/Science 35 upvotes 2 years ago

A 28 year old male experiencing diffuse thinning, chronic dandruff and scalp crust (seborrheic dermatitis), with replies discussing the use of topical fin for hormone imbalances and Nizoral for seb derm.

community DHT Itch is real. The connection between Acne and Male Pattern Baldness shows this

in Research/Science 64 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hair loss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.

community One year after my hair transplant! 3633 FUE grafts

in Transplants 823 upvotes 2 years ago

User shares one-year hair transplant results with 3633 FUE grafts. Responses discuss improved appearance, hairline looking pluggy, and doctor's location in Ottawa, Canada.

community Deep wrinkles in last year since starting oral minoxidil? Anyone else?

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 4 months ago

A user noticed deeper facial wrinkles since starting oral minoxidil in February 2023 and is concerned about its effects on collagen production. Other factors include past accutane use, high stress, poor sleep, and COVID-19.

community Is Keto shampoo 2% even worth starting?

in Ketoconazole 46 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.

community Any diffuse thinners have a good experience with Minox and is foam or liquid preferred???

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 7 months ago

A user with diffuse thinning experienced no hair regrowth with finasteride or Avodart but slowed hair loss with Avodart. They are considering trying Minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether to use foam or liquid, and if combining it with other treatments could be beneficial, excluding micro-needling due to scalp irritation concerns.

community Carrier for homemade topical Finasteride

in Chat 6 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.

community Making topical finasteride solution

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 6 months ago

The user has been mixing finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and is considering switching to a less expensive product with a different ingredient list. They are questioning if the new product's higher water content compared to alcohol will affect the finasteride's solubility.

community How to make topical finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about making a topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in an alcohol-based hair treatment. Ingredients of the hair treatment include alcohol, water, and various plant extracts and preservatives.

community Am i too obsessed with hair loss prevention? And Is This obsession healty? Am i the only one? Look at my collection In This picture: Oral finasteride/ topical finasteride/ minoxidil 5% + tretinoin/ minoxidil 5%/ Alfatradiol 0.025%/Stemoxydine 5%/ dermapen/ketoconazole 1%/viviscal/procyanidin B2.

in Chat 49 upvotes 2 years ago

User obsessed with hair loss prevention shares collection of treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, and more. Others suggest adding RU58841, laser helmet, and PRP, while some advise dropping certain treatments for long-term manageability.

community Innovative hair loss treatment can restore 90% of lost hair

in Research/Science 882 upvotes 5 days ago

A new hair loss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community Topical min users, how long does your evening routine take?

in Chat 8 upvotes 1 week ago

Applying Minoxidil takes users between 10 seconds to 20 minutes, with most finding quicker methods more efficient. Techniques vary from using foam, liquid, or spray, with some users recommending buzz cuts for easier application.

community Topical bicalutamide vs ru58841

in Female 1 upvotes 3 weeks ago

A user is seeking advice on making a topical bicalutamide solution as an alternative to RU58841 for hair loss, while already using dutasteride and minoxidil. They are considering crushing bicalutamide pills and adding them to their minoxidil.

community Has anyone used topical estrogen or estradiol for hair loss and how effective was it?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Topical estrogen or estradiol for hair loss is being discussed for its effectiveness compared to finasteride. Users are sharing their experiences and opinions on its potential benefits.

community Topical Minoxidil foam + Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil foam as a solvent for topical finasteride. Ingredients of minoxidil foam include butane, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, and purified water.

community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.

community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

in Treatments 372 upvotes 1 month ago

Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

community Topical Finasteride Selection

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 month ago

A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.

community Topical finasteride & minoxidil

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 month ago

A 20-year-old is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair thinning. They seek advice on application, duration, and potential results.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 114 upvotes 2 months ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community Topical Dutasteride 0.025% 2ml once a week

in Treatment 8 upvotes 2 months ago

A user discusses using topical dutasteride 0.025% once a week for hair maintenance, alongside fortified minoxidil, RU58841, and Reviv Hair Serum. They seek feedback on the effectiveness of this regimen.

community Worth giving topical fin a chance if oral gave strong depression? 23M

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 2 months ago

A 23-year-old experienced severe depression and suicidal thoughts from oral finasteride and is considering trying topical finasteride but is worried about similar side effects. They are currently using RU58841 and Minoxidil and are seeking advice on the lowest effective dose of topical finasteride.

community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 50 upvotes 2 months ago

Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.