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      Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles

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      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

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      antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

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      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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      a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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      community Should i cut all of my hair?

      in General  118 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing daily hair loss and is considering trimming their hair to manage scalp cleanliness due to excessive sweating. They are seeking advice on how much to cut, preferring a short style similar to a classic military haircut.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community My progress story for my hair loss treatment

      in Progress Pictures  400 upvotes 2 years ago
      User's hair loss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.

      community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.

      in Chat  296 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.