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Glossary Liquid nitrogen

extremely cold liquid form of nitrogen used in cryogenics

Liquid nitrogen (LN2) is nitrogen in a liquid state at an extremely low temperature, specifically at or below -196°C (-321°F). It is commonly used in cryogenics, the medical field for procedures like cryotherapy to remove warts or treat skin conditions, and in scientific research for preserving biological samples.

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research Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy vs. Betamethasone lotion in the management of Alopecia areata

15 citations , February 2013 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine and Research”

The researchers reported that both cryotherapy and betamethasone lotion yielded similar improvement rates for alopecia areata patches, without complete recovery observed in any patient.

research Subcutaneous emphysema resulting from liquid nitrogen spray

15 citations , October 2006 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This case report describes subcutaneous emphysema in a patient's forearm as a rare complication of liquid nitrogen spray used on hypertrophic actinic keratosis, resolving spontaneously within a day.

research Comparative study of the use of fractional CO 2 laser versus the use of liquid nitrogen cryotherapy in the treatment of alopecia areata in a sample of the Egyptian population

8 citations , February 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

This study found that both fractional CO2 laser and cryotherapy were effective and safe treatments for alopecia areata, with the CO2 laser showing somewhat better results.

research A safety comparative study between freezing nitrogen ethanol composite and liquid nitrogen for cryotherapy of musculoskeletal tumors

7 citations , June 2018 in “Cryobiology”

This study found that freezing nitrogen ethanol composite (FNEC) caused less cryoablative damage to surrounding normal tissue than liquid nitrogen in a mouse model of human bone xenograft transplantation.

research Inexpensive Liquid Nitrogen Container

1 citations , February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

A cheap stainless steel container from a retail store can store liquid nitrogen effectively for 8-12 hours, saving money for medical practitioners.

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community Cold and Japanese researchers. The Japanese began to suspect something. But they understood the mechanism to some extent. ( Cold shock therapy promotes hair growth in association with upregulation of cold-inducible RNA-binding protein and vascular endothelial growth factor).

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Cold shock therapy may promote hair growth, but cold alone is not effective. Combining treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, cold showers, spicy foods, and exercise may enhance results.

community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

in Update 124 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

community Minoxidil doesn’t work over night.

in Is this regrowth? 196 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil requires at least 6 months to show results and may not work for everyone. Combining it with Finasteride can improve outcomes, but stopping Minoxidil can result in losing any regrowth.

community Minoxidil liquid gives me flakes /has anyone tried PG-free liquid with a scalp applicator?

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Liquid minoxidil causes scalp flaking due to propylene glycol, leading some to consider switching to foam or PG-free liquid with applicators. Foam is often recommended for ease and effectiveness, while PG-free liquid is less common but can reduce irritation.

community Liquid Minoxidil makes my existing hair strands very sticky and stiff, any remedy?

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Liquid minoxidil makes hair sticky and stiff; users suggest oral minoxidil or minoxidil foam as alternatives. Applying minoxidil four hours before showering can help with absorption.

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Can a liquid formula with Procapil do more than your usual multivitamin? Procapil is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair-loss drug: the published studies on it are small and test it in combination with caffeine or platelet-rich plasma, so none isolates its own effect, and the percentages quoted in marketing come from the ingredient supplier's unpublished studies. Vitamins are reported to help hair only where there is a deficiency, so the two are aimed at different problems rather than ranked against each other.

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