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research The antimycotic agent clotrimazole inhibits melanogenesis by accelerating ERK and PI3K-/Akt-mediated tyrosinase degradation

15 citations , March 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Clotrimazole, an antifungal cream, may safely reduce skin pigmentation by breaking down the enzyme needed for making melanin.

research Trichosporon asteroides: A novel ethiological agent of Kerion celsi in a child

2 citations , January 2016 in “İzmir Dr.Behçet Uz çocuk hastanesi dergisi”

This case report describes a ten-year-old boy with kerion celsi caused by Trichosporon asteroides, successfully treated with systemic fluconazole over eight weeks, marking the first documentation of this cause in the literature.

research Chemical Safety and Technical Decision-Making in Hair Procedures: A Professional and Scientific Perspective

February 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

This analysis highlighted the importance of integrating scientific literacy into chemical hair procedures, emphasizing that understanding the interaction of chemical agents with hair's biological structure and making evidence-based decisions can improve safety, predictability, and professional standards in the beauty industry.

research Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

11 citations , February 2012 in “Pediatrics in Review”

This article reviews systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and highlights the FDA approval of belimumab, marking the first new SLE treatment in nearly 50 years, but reports no new clinical trial results.

research Wound healing protects against chemotherapy-induced alopecia in young rats via up-regulating interleukin-1β-mediated signaling

3 citations , May 2017 in “Heliyon”

This study found that in a neonatal rat model, skin wounding protected against chemotherapy-induced alopecia through IL-1β signaling, making hair follicles more resistant to damage when wounding exposure was timed correctly.

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community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

11 months ago

P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

community What is up with Dutasteride making peoples hair loss worse

35 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride often causes increased hair shedding initially. Dutasteride is stronger but takes longer to show results, leading to concerns about worsening hair loss during the transition.

community European Medecine Agency (EMA) review of Finasteride and Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 1 year ago

Concerns about a potential ban on finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects, with users advocating for continued access and informed choice. Alternative treatments like pyrilutamide are also mentioned.

community Can you use oral finasteride tablets to make a topical finasteride solution?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 1 year ago

People are discussing making a topical finasteride solution by crushing oral tablets and mixing them with minoxidil. Some users share their experiences and methods, noting varying dosages and results.

community I absolutely hate the way hair transplants look. Here's why:

3 upvotes 6 years ago

Hair transplants often look unnatural due to issues with hairline design, density, and thickness, making them less appealing unless performed by highly skilled surgeons. Alternatives like hair systems or future hair cloning are suggested as better options for achieving a natural look.

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