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GlossaryFacial Alopecia

loss of hair on the face

Facial Alopecia refers to the loss of hair on the face, which can affect areas such as the eyebrows, eyelashes, and beard. This condition can result from various causes, including autoimmune disorders like alopecia areata, hormonal imbalances, or skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. For professionals, understanding the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and management.

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research Madarosis and Facial Alopecia Presumed Secondary to Botulinum A Toxin Injections

26 citations, July 2005 in “Optometry and vision science”

Botulinum A toxin injections may cause hair loss on the face and loss of eyelashes.

research Localized Demodicosis Due to Demodex Cati on the Muzzle of Two Cats Treated with Inhalant Glucocorticoids

19 citations, April 2014 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

Demodicosis should be considered in cats with facial skin issues exposed to inhalant glucocorticoids.

research Evaluation of the Effects of COVID-19 Pandemic on Hair Diseases Through a Web-Based Questionnaire

39 citations, June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in untreated hair diseases and showed the importance of teledermatology.

research Enzyme Replacement Therapy Ameliorates Multiple Symptoms of Murine Homocystinuria

29 citations, December 2017 in “Molecular therapy”

Enzyme replacement therapy improved multiple symptoms of homocystinuria in mice.

research The Effect of Dietary Modulation of Sulfur Amino Acids on Cystathionine Beta Synthase–Deficient Mice

14 citations, November 2015 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences”

Changing the diet of mice lacking the enzyme CBS can affect symptoms related to the genetic condition.

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community Facial hair loss

in Treatment 4 years ago

User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.

community Topical androgens for alopecia to treat sebum overproduction on the face

in Product 1 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses using scalp antiandrogens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or fluridil on the face to reduce sebum production, noting that clascoterone (winlevi) is an approved facial antiandrogen with underwhelming reviews.

community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

in Chat 12 upvotes 9 months ago

The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

community Nizoral doesn't seem to be working. Rogaine not suggested by doctor due to cost and poor track record on females. Ideas?

in Ketoconazole 22 upvotes 6 years ago

A woman experiencing hair loss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.

community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 1 year ago

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

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