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GlossaryDermal Fillers (Fillers)

injectable substances used to restore facial volume and smooth wrinkles

Dermal fillers, also known as soft tissue fillers or facial fillers, are injectable substances used to restore volume, smooth out wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. They are commonly made from hyaluronic acid, collagen, or other biocompatible materials, and are used in cosmetic procedures to achieve a more youthful appearance by filling in areas that have lost volume due to aging or other factors.

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research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Soft Tissue Fillers: A Review of the Histological Features

97 citations, May 2008 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

Different soft tissue fillers can cause various skin reactions; biodegradable fillers are safer and non-biodegradable ones like silicone can lead to long-term problems.

research Fillers Impacting Follicles: The Emerging Complication of Filler-Induced Alopecia

April 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Filler injections can cause temporary hair loss, but hyaluronidase can help restore hair within a few months.

research Duration of Wrinkle Correction Following Repeat Treatment with Juvéderm Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

48 citations, October 2010 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Juvéderm fillers effectively reduce wrinkles for up to 21 months with less filler needed for repeat treatments.

Corrective Hyaluronic Acid Fillers and Combination Cosmetic Treatments for Facial Cutaneous Defects Due to Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases: A Retrospective Review

research Corrective Hyaluronic Acid Fillers and Combination Cosmetic Treatments for Facial Cutaneous Defects Due to Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases: A Retrospective Review

7 citations, April 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery”

Hyaluronic acid fillers and combination treatments significantly improve facial defects from autoimmune diseases and are well-tolerated.

research Nonscarring Alopecia After Temporal Lifting Technique With Dermal Fillers

4 citations, May 2023 in “JAAD case reports”

Hyaluronic acid fillers for temporal lifting can cause hair loss without scarring.

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in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is considering making their own topical finasteride from crushed Propecia tablets and asks if there would be any difference compared to pharmacy-made versions or products like Essegen-F. They note that making drugs at home is generally not recommended.

community Homemade Topical Finasteride Formula?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.

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Some users believe people falsely claim hair restoration results from finasteride and minoxidil alone, while actually having hair transplants. Finasteride and minoxidil, often used with microneedling and nizoral, are effective for many, but results and opinions on dosages vary.

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A user asked about the difference between two brands of Dutasteride on Oxford Online Pharmacy. Replies indicated no difference besides the brand name, and one user found Dutasteride more effective than Finasteride.

community Can I crush caffeine/melatonin tablets and add them to my minoxidil?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 5 months ago

A user asked if they can crush caffeine and melatonin tablets to add to their minoxidil solution. Another user sarcastically suggested adding rat poison.

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