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Glossary Lipid Layer

thin, oily barrier covering cell surfaces, retaining moisture

The lipid layer is a thin, oily barrier that covers the surface of cells, including those in the skin and hair. It helps to retain moisture, protect against environmental damage, and maintain the integrity of the cell structure. In the context of hair, the lipid layer contributes to the hair's shine and smoothness by sealing in moisture and reducing friction.

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research ToF‐SIMS characterization of the lipid layer on the hair surface. I: the damage caused by chemical treatments and UV radiation

23 citations , May 2010 in “Surface and interface analysis”

This study found that chemical treatments such as hair bleach and UV radiation significantly reduced the amount of 18-methyleicosanoic acid on the outer surface of human hair.

research Lipid-based nanocarriers coupled with CO 2 laser-mediated drug delivery enhance skin penetration and hair follicle targeting

February 2026 in “Journal of drug targeting”

This study found that combining laser ablation with nanoparticulate drug formulations effectively enhanced the skin and follicular delivery of hydrophilic drugs like minoxidil and minocycline in preclinical models.

research The Effect of Particle Size on the Deposition of Solid Lipid Nanoparticles in Different Skin Layers: A Histological Study

128 citations , March 2016 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin”

This study found that sub-100 nm size solid lipid nanoparticles showed the most effective skin penetration and depth, mainly via hair follicles, in rat skin.

research The Effect of Particle Size on the Deposition of Solid Lipid Nanoparticles in Different Skin Layers: A Histological Study.

71 citations , March 2016 in “PubMed”

This study found that sub-100 nm solid lipid nanoparticles showed the most effective skin penetration and depth, primarily via hair follicles, in rat skin evaluations.

research Investigation of the cutaneous penetration behavior of dexamethasone loaded to nano-sized lipid particles by EPR spectroscopy, and confocal Raman and laser scanning microscopy

21 citations , December 2016 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics”

This study found that nano-sized lipid particles improved the skin accumulation and retention of dexamethasone compared to a base cream, suggesting potential benefits for inflammatory skin disease treatment.

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community Halted my hair loss with topical liposomal finasteride 0.01%

in Treatment 22 upvotes 1 year ago

The user halted hair loss using 0.01% topical liposomal finasteride daily, with no side effects or regrowth, and recently added 5% minoxidil and low-level laser therapy. They recommend this conservative approach for those hesitant about finasteride.

community Starting Finasteride After Being on Oral Minoxidil 19M

4 upvotes 10 months ago

A 19-year-old is using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for hair loss and plans to add finasteride later, but is concerned about potential hair loss after starting finasteride. Others advise starting finasteride sooner to prevent further hair loss, noting that shedding is a normal part of the process.

community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

in Progress Pictures 19 upvotes 1 year ago

A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

community Finasteride - 5 years and my expierience

128 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 26-year-old shared their 5-year experience using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial improvements but later experiencing reduced libido and erection quality, leading them to switch from oral to topical finasteride. They advise starting with a low-dose topical solution and emphasize making informed decisions, acknowledging that while finasteride is effective, it can have side effects.

community Update: 14 months - NW Picard Progress

152 upvotes 8 months ago

The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, Sulfogenz, KX-826, low-level laser therapy, and microneedling. They plan to continue medication for another year before considering a hair transplant, noting steady improvement but not major changes.

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