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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
learn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn sh-Polypeptide-7
learn Neem Oil
natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Laser-Induced Koebner-Related Skin Reactions: A Clinical Overview
Lasers can trigger skin reactions, especially in darker skin, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Epidermal Growth Factor, Innovation and Safety
Recombinant human epidermal growth factor is versatile, effective, and safe for long-term skin and mucosal treatments.
research Effects of Visible Light on the Skin
Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.
research An Update on Drug-Induced Pigmentation
Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Heavy Metals: The Notorious Daredevils of Daily Personal Care Products - Mini Review
Heavy metals in personal care products can cause serious health issues like cancer and hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Which is better for someone balding for decades? Dutasteride or Finasteride?
Dutasteride is recommended over finasteride for severe hair loss, despite potential side effects. The original poster has been using various treatments for four months and is considering adding copper tripeptide-1.
community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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1 year ago Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Doctor says i shouldn't take fin because its "hormonal"
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.