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research Sesquiterpene-Enriched Extract of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. Retards Axillary Hair Growth: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study

5 citations , January 2018 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

This study found that a high sesquiterpene C. aeruginosa extract significantly reduced axillary hair growth in women compared to placebo with no apparent adverse effects.

research Supplementary Material for: Sesquiterpene-Enriched Extract of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. Retards Axillary Hair Growth: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study

January 2018 in “Figshare”

This study found that a high-sesquiterpene extract from Curcuma aeruginosa slowed axillary hair growth in women by 22% compared to placebo over 12 weeks, with results delayed by 6 weeks, and participants reported satisfaction without adverse effects.

research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Latanoprost for Eyelash Growth in Aesthetic Medicine

2 citations , October 2023 in “Cosmetics”

This study found that applying 0.005% latanoprost topically to eyelashes significantly increased their length and darkened their color in healthy volunteers over three months, without causing any side effects or changes in intraocular pressure compared to a placebo.

research A placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover study of fluoxetine in trichotillomania

180 citations , November 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry”

This study found that fluoxetine did not demonstrate short-term efficacy in treating trichotillomania in a placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover setting.

research Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study on the Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Women With Female Androgenetic Alopecia

87 citations , September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study found that platelet-rich plasma did not significantly improve hair mass index or hair count in women with female androgenetic alopecia, though some patients perceived benefits in hair quality.

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community Pumkin Seed Oil 400mg/day oral, 6 month Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial (N=76)

4 upvotes 4 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil may increase hair count but not thickness, though its effectiveness is debated. Some suggest using topical finasteride or saw palmetto instead.

community Heads Up on Future Study: "Influence of Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on Androgens and Global Hair Assessments"

22 upvotes 6 years ago

Creatine supplementation may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss. A study is examining this effect, with participants taking 5 grams of creatine daily for six months.

community Amplifica’s AMP-303 Study Unveils New Hope for Hair Loss Treatments

in Treatment 39 upvotes 1 year ago

AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.

community I'm conducting the biggest study on Creatine Monohydrate's effects on Hair Health

284 upvotes 10 months ago

Creatine monohydrate's potential link to hair loss, with mixed opinions on its effects. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed.

community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.

in Research/Science 183 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.

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How long does it take to see results with Fluridil in progressive hair loss? No published study measures how long fluridil takes to show a visible change; the single double-blind trial (43 men, 2% fluridil) reported a rise in the proportion of hairs in the growth phase at three and nine months, and community reports describe stabilization rather than regrowth.
Can daily Fluridil application stop hair follicle miniaturization? The single published fluridil trial (43 men, 9 months, double-blind and placebo-controlled) reported more hairs in the growth phase, but it never measured follicle diameter and has not been replicated — so whether daily use stops miniaturization is unproven, and community users describe stabilization rather than regrowth.

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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties

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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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