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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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a signaling molecule from dermal papilla cells being actively researched
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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Excessive Bodily and Facial Hair in Women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research A Case of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Acquisita as a Sign of Malignancy
Excessive facial hair growth can indicate an underlying cancer.
research Polyamines and Hair: A Couple in Search of Perfection
Polyamines are important for hair growth, but more research is needed to understand their functions and treatment potential.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with Spironolactone
Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating excessive facial hair in women.
research Long-Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Facial Hypertrichosis During Topical Minoxidil Therapy
Laser treatment successfully removed unwanted facial hair caused by minoxidil.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Started minoxidil in February 2025, this is September 2024–>July 2025
The user started oral minoxidil in February 2025 and noticed hair improvement, but paused due to pregnancy. They experienced minimal shedding and some facial hair growth as a side effect.
community Update on the ol' crown (oral min/fin)
Using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride daily leads to significant hair regrowth without side effects, especially at the crown. Consistency is crucial, and some users consider additional methods like derma rolling.
community How much excessive body hair with oral min?
Oral minoxidil can lead to increased body hair growth, especially in areas where hair already exists, but results vary by individual. Some users report noticeable changes within a few months, while others see minimal impact; concerns about excessive hair growth are common, but many prioritize hairline improvement over body hair concerns.
community Depressed that topical dut+min is causing unwanted hair everywhere on my face. Is there anything can I do?
The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.
community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil
User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.