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a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Failure of Topical Estrogen Receptor Agonists and Antagonists to Alter Murine Hair Follicle Cycling
Topical estrogen treatments did not change hair growth in certain mouse strains, questioning previous findings on their role in hair growth control.
research Estrogen-Induced Gynecomastia After Use of Estrogen-Containing Topical Therapies
Estrogen treatments can cause unwanted effects in men and should be used cautiously.
research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Gender Differences in Skin: A Review of the Literature
Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
research Review of the Effects of 17α-Estradiol in Humans: A Less Feminizing Estrogen with Neuroprotective Potential
17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is it possible to create an estrogen mesotherapy/topical that doesn't go systemic?
The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.
community Any point in Pantostin (Alfatradiol) if you're already on some anti-androgen?
The post is about whether there is any additional benefit to using alfatradiol or other estrogen treatments for hair loss if someone is already using finasteride, dutasteride, or an androgen receptor inhibitor like RU58841, pyrithione zinc, or fluridil.
community Thinking about starting Fin for receding hairline. 5 year old male
A 5-year-old male considering using finasteride to prevent receding hairline, with suggestions ranging from topical minoxidil and estrogen treatments to hair transplantation and shaving.
community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth
Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.
community 2 years on treatment (stack update)
A user shared their hair regrowth progress using Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Estradiol Valerate injections as part of hormone replacement therapy for transitioning. They experienced significant hair improvement and personal satisfaction but caution against this approach for non-transitioning individuals due to irreversible changes.