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    amount of substance in a given volume

    Concentration refers to the amount of a substance present in a given volume of solution or mixture. In the context of hair and biology, it could relate to the concentration of nutrients, chemicals, or medications applied to the scalp or hair follicles, which can influence hair growth and health. For example, a higher concentration of minoxidil in a topical solution might be more effective in treating alopecia, but it could also increase the risk of side effects.

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      community Studies or evidence for concentration for topicals?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using different concentrations of topical treatments for hair loss, specifically Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Tretinoin. The user is considering higher concentrations after previous treatments were ineffective.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community tretinoin cream concentration question

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about choosing the right concentration of tretinoin cream to enhance the absorption of minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The options discussed are 0.5, 0.05, 0.25, and 1mg/g concentrations.