research A Novel Method for Visualizing Hair Lipids at the Cell Membrane Complex: Argon Sputter Etching/Scanning Electron Microscopy
The method shows how hair lipids form specific patterns and their roles in hair structure.
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research Investigation of Penetration Abilities of Various Oils into Human Hair Fibers
Some oils can penetrate hair and reduce the stickiness between fibers, but mineral oil cannot.
research The Structure of the Amorphous Matrix of Keratins
Human hair keratin fibers have a detailed nano-scale structure that changes with different conditions.
research Development and Validation of a Procedure for the Determination of Minoxidil in Hair-Regrowth Formulations Using Two Variants of Capillary Zone Electrophoresis
A method was created in 2005 to identify minoxidil, a hair growth ingredient, in products using two types of capillary zone electrophoresis, and it found that most products had about 2% minoxidil.
research Determination of Finasteride and Its Metabolite in Urine by Dispersive Liquid-Liquid Microextraction Combined with Field-Enhanced Sample Stacking and Sweeping
New method accurately measures finasteride and M3 in urine, helping evaluate pharmacokinetics.
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4 / 4 resultscommunity Thoughts on platelet-rich plasma therapy
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.
community Just Minoxidil 5% twice a day for 5 months
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and weekly microneedling with a 0.8 mm dermaroller over five months. Finasteride was not used due to concerns about side effects and availability in France.
community 30-Min Dermatology Visit – Best Questions to Ask About Balding? ( 175$ )
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and other options like PRP and ketoconazole. It highlights the importance of asking specific questions during a dermatology visit to determine the cause of hair loss and appropriate treatments.
community Recent Study finds Laser caps are more effective than 5% minoxidil for AGA
Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.