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GlossaryGelling Agent

substance that thickens and stabilizes products by forming gels

A gelling agent, also known as a gel agent or gellant, is a substance used to thicken and stabilize products by forming a gel-like consistency. In the context of hair care, gelling agents are commonly found in styling gels and creams, helping to provide hold and shape to hairstyles. They work by creating a network of molecules that trap water, giving the product its desired texture and viscosity.

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research Development of a Doxazosin and Finasteride Transdermal System for Combination Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

13 citations , August 2013 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Researchers created a skin patch that delivers two drugs for treating enlarged prostate, which may improve patient use and dosage control.

research Designing, Optimizing, and Assessing a Novel Emulgel Containing Minoxidil for Controlled Drug Release Using Marine-Based Polymers

February 2024 in “Current Drug Delivery”

The new minoxidil emulgel with marine-based polymers shows effective controlled drug release for hair growth treatment.

research Styling Nature: A Comprehensive Review and Experimental Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Gels in Cosmetic Science

November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Natural hair gels with herbal extracts like Aloe vera and hibiscus are safer and effective for hair health.

research Styling Nature: A Comprehensive Review and Experimental Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Gels in Cosmetic Science

November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Herbal hair gels are safer and effective alternatives to synthetic gels, promoting hair health.

research Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Formulation and In-Vitro Evaluation

September 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)”

The F3 pumpkin seed oil gel showed excellent properties and better drug release for hair loss treatment.

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community Is the "losing 100 hair a day is normal" not what it seems?

in Chat 35 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation questions the accuracy of the "losing 100 hairs a day is normal" claim, with users sharing personal experiences of hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil.

community Minox and Dermarolling results 2 months

in Progress Pictures 150 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil and dermarolling, with suggestions to add finasteride for better long-term results. The user shares progress after two months of using topical minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week, while considering starting finasteride.