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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Safety and Efficacy Analysis of Liposomal Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 in a Fluid Gel Formulation for Hair-Loss Treatment in a Hamster Model
Liposomal IGF-1 safely and effectively treats hair loss in hamsters.
research Phospholipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoparticle-Mediated Transfollicular Delivery of Quercetin: Prospective Implementation for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles can penetrate skin, minimize hair loss, and promote hair regrowth, showing slightly better results than a marketed product.
research Hematological And Hepatic Effects Of Vascular Epidermal Growth Factor (VEGF) Used To Stimulate Hair Growth In An Animal Model
VEGF gel increases hair growth but may have potential toxicity.
research Optimization of Bear Oil Extraction Process and Hair Growth Activity
Enzymatically extracted bear oil has more unsaturated fats and significantly increases hair growth in mice.
research Polynucleotides Versus Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Series
Both treatments improved hair quality and thickness equally, with mild side effects.
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5 / 204 resultscommunity 15 Week Update of Oral Consumption of Topical Minoxidil. 3 drops Keeps 5% (3.75mg) 2x per day with comparison.
CumShotDiva's update on using topical minoxidil orally in an attempt to regrow hair, which has been met with both support and criticism from other users. The conversation includes discussion of possible side effects and the efficacy of this approach.
community drinking topical minoxidil – extreme hair growth everywhere
At this point.
In this conversation, users discussed the risks of drinking topical minoxidil and suggested alternative treatments such as obtaining a prescription for oral minoxidil or finasteride.
community Minoxidil works only with Retinoic acid
Minoxidil is more effective when combined with retinoic acid, such as tretinoin or tazarotene, enhancing hair growth. Some users experience significant regrowth, while others see minimal effects or side effects.
community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
community 3 month on min. Started keto shampoo and dut topical
The user started using topical and oral minoxidil in December 2024, added keto shampoo in February 2025, and began using a topical mix of dutasteride and minoxidil. The keto shampoo helped with scalp itchiness, but the hairline looks the same, and existing hairs appear frail and thin.