2 citations
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June 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”
This review discusses the use of medical tattooing in the head and neck region as a minimally invasive option for individuals seeking to improve cosmetic appearance without surgery, and reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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December 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
This review outlines current integrated skincare applications and suggests that combining medical aesthetic procedures with maintenance therapies could enhance satisfaction and support long-term beauty goals, though it also discusses limitations of these strategies.
This review discusses the medical and dental applications of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), highlighting their potential for improving drug delivery and providing biocompatible solutions for medical devices, but reports no new clinical results.
Microneedling before applying topical finasteride or dutasteride may enhance their effectiveness by increasing local absorption in the scalp, despite concerns about systemic absorption. Users discuss combining this method with oral treatments and minoxidil, noting potential benefits and side effects.
A naturally occurring sugar, 2-deoxy-D-ribose, in a hydrogel form, shows promise for hair regrowth similar to minoxidil in rats. The user plans to synthesize it for topical application, seeking input from others.
RU58841 can be absorbed systemically after topical application, but the study did not find immediate hormonal disruption. The study highlights the need for more research on long-term safety and effects of RU58841, as well as the importance of quality control in products from the grey market.
Inconsistent minoxidil use led to hair loss, prompting a plan to resume consistent application with derma stamping, red light therapy, and DHT blockers like clascoterone or RU58841. The user avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to past side effects.
The conversation discusses skepticism about AI's role in solving hair loss, with mentions of treatments like finasteride. Some users express hope that AI could aid research, while others doubt its effectiveness without medical testing.