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GlossaryKeratin 2 (K2)

protein providing structural strength to skin, hair, and nails

Keratin 2 (KRT2) is a type of protein found in the outer layer of the skin, hair, and nails. It plays a crucial role in providing structural strength and resilience to these tissues, helping to protect them from damage and wear. Mutations in the KRT2 gene can lead to skin disorders such as ichthyosis bullosa of Siemens, which is characterized by blistering and scaling of the skin.

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research A Homozygous Missense Variant in K25 Underlying Overlapping Phenotype With Woolly Hair and Dental Anomalies

2 citations , August 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

A specific mutation in the K25 gene causes a rare genetic disorder with curly hair at birth and later hair loss, along with dental issues.

research Loss of Keratin K2 Expression Causes Aberrant Aggregation of K10, Hyperkeratosis, and Inflammation

32 citations , April 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Loss of keratin K2 causes skin problems and inflammation.

Physicochemical Characterization of Finasteride: PEG 6000 and Finasteride: Kollidon K25 Solid Dispersions, and Finasteride: Beta-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complexes

research Physicochemical Characterization of Finasteride: PEG 6000 and Finasteride: Kollidon K25 Solid Dispersions, and Finasteride: Beta-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complexes

11 citations , August 2011 in “Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry”

Finasteride's solubility and bioavailability improved by forming solid dispersions and inclusion complexes.

research Signaling Couples Hair Follicle Stem Cell Quiescence With Reduced Histone H3 K4/K9/K27me3 for Proper Tissue Homeostasis

31 citations , April 2016 in “Nature communications”

Certain signals are important for reducing specific chemical markers on hair follicle stem cells during rest periods, which is necessary for healthy hair growth.

research Preparation of Finasteride via Oxidative Elimination of 2-Iododihydrofinasteride Using Peroxydisulfates as Oxidizing Agents

1 citations , January 2017 in “Chinese Journal of Organic Chemistry”

Using K2S2O8 as an oxidizing agent in a specific condition, we can make Finasteride with 96.3% yield and 99.6% purity. This method is also good for other compounds and is environmentally friendly.

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community Looking for suggestions on vitamins

in Female 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is seeking affordable hair vitamins without biotin, already taking zinc and D3+K2, and has been dealing with chronic telogen effluvium since 2013. They previously used Nutrafol Vegan but found it too expensive.

community Does this look like progress? 4mo on treatment.

in Progress Pictures 3 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user is 4 months into using a treatment with 5mg Dutasteride and 1.25mg Minoxidil daily, along with vitamin K2 and weekly dermastamping. They report some hairline improvement but no noticeable change in the crown area yet.

community 8 months progress on min & fin

in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 1 month ago

The user reported 8 months of hair regrowth progress using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.025% topical finasteride, with no side effects. They also use Keto shampoo and vitamin D3+K2 supplements.

community Glad I took treatment. (Dut, fin,min, microneedling)

in Progress Pictures 11 upvotes 1 month ago

The user is using a hair loss treatment involving dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and supplements like multivitamins, D3 K2, and Omega 3 fish oil. They are considering adding tretinoin and are open to suggestions while managing gut issues.

community Experiences with topical Finasteride (0.0125%)?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 months ago

A 23-year-old male with slight hair thinning is using ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, zinc, magnesium, D3/K2, and has just started topical finasteride (0.0125%). He plans to add minoxidil (4.5%) with 17α-estradiol and is seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, as well as the use of a dermaroller.

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