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What role does keratin play in strengthening weak or thinning hair? Keratin is the protein hair is made of. Keratin products can make existing hair look smoother and break less, but they do not prevent thinning or hereditary hair loss.
Are keratin treatments good for people with alopecia, or do they only improve the hair’s appearance? Keratin treatments improve hair appearance but do not address alopecia or stimulate growth.
Is keratin in shampoos and conditioners actually absorbed by the hair, or does it just coat the surface? Keratin in shampoos mainly coats the hair rather than being absorbed.
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research Epidermoid Cyst of the Ear Lobule in Adult

1 citations , December 2021 in “Kathmandu University medical journal”

This article reviews the characteristics, common locations, and causes of epidermoid cysts, noting that surgical excision is the standard treatment, but it reports no new clinical findings.

research Efficient In Vivo Targeting of Epidermal Stem Cells by Early Gestational Intraamniotic Injection of Lentiviral Vector Driven by the Keratin 5 Promoter

52 citations , October 2007 in “Molecular Therapy”

Injecting lentiviral vectors into early gestation mice effectively targets skin stem cells for potential gene therapy.

research Cryogelation of human hair keratins

January 2022

This study demonstrated that cryogelation of human hair keratin allows the development of 3D scaffolds with tunable properties, supporting cell adhesion and proliferation for potential biomedical applications.

research Desideratum dermatologicum--cause and control of premenstrual acne flare

11 citations , May 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.

research BIOMAGNETISM AS FACTOR IN RED BLOOD CELLS DEFORMATION

December 2018 in “International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH”

This study reports that pulsed biomagnetic fields may play a role in the deformation of red blood cells by facilitating cross-talk between RBCs and human hairs in vitro.

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community Has anyone tried this DHT Blocking Supplement?

4 upvotes 10 years ago

The conversation is about using a DHT-blocking supplement alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user decided against the supplement and increased their finasteride dose from 1 mg to 2.5 mg per day.

community 1 year of treating my seb derm + minoxidil + microneedling

in Progress Pictures 66 upvotes 1 year ago

The user treated seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss with a routine including sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil foam, microneedling, and supplements like Omega-3 and Vitamin-D. They experienced significant hair shedding initially but saw improvement over a year.

community Minoxidil and seborrheic dermatitis

4 upvotes 7 years ago

Minoxidil use may worsen seborrheic dermatitis, causing itching and dandruff. Users consider stopping minoxidil or switching to foam to improve scalp condition.

community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

50 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

community Minoxidil asking advice as an 23F

1 upvotes 7 months ago

A 23-year-old woman is considering starting minoxidil for hair thinning but is concerned about its long-term use and effectiveness. Recommendations include consulting a doctor, checking ferritin levels, and considering treatments like spironolactone or finasteride, while minoxidil is suggested for regrowth but not as a primary treatment.

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