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    GlossaryHair Tonic

    liquid product designed to improve hair and scalp health

    Hair tonic, also known as hair lotion or scalp tonic, is a liquid product designed to improve the health and appearance of hair and scalp. It typically contains ingredients like oils, vitamins, and herbal extracts that aim to moisturize the scalp, reduce dandruff, and promote hair growth. Hair tonics can be applied directly to the scalp and massaged in to stimulate blood circulation, which may enhance nutrient delivery to hair follicles.

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

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      community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  55 upvotes 3 days ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Hair progress minoxidil +topical finasteride. advice

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is using minoxidil, topical finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and a dermaroller for hair regrowth but is experiencing changes in sexual function. They are concerned about whether these changes are due to the treatment and are seeking advice on continuing hair growth without affecting sexuality.