research Melatonin in the skin: synthesis, metabolism and functions
This review discusses the protective and stress-buffering roles of melatonin in skin functions and structures but does not present new clinical findings.
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research Protective effects of melatonin against metabolic and reproductive disturbances in polycystic ovary syndrome in rats
This study found that melatonin significantly improved metabolic and reproductive parameters in PCOS-induced rats, with effects similar to metformin.
research Effects of melatonin administration on mental health parameters, metabolic and genetic profiles in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
This study found that 12 weeks of melatonin supplementation improved mental health and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to a placebo.
research Circulating testosterone and feather-gene expression of receptors and metabolic enzymes in relation to melanin-based colouration in the barn owl
In this study, researchers observed that in barn owls, the relationship between black feather spot size and testosterone levels varied by age and sex, suggesting involvement of genes regulating both traits rather than direct influence of testosterone on feather coloration.
research Melatonin: A Cutaneous Perspective on its Production, Metabolism, and Functions
This review discusses melatonin's potential in dermatology, highlighting its antioxidative, immunomodulatory, and DNA repair properties, but reports no new clinical results.
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5 / 269 resultscommunity Melatonin emerging as new treatment for androgenic alopecia?
Melatonin is being considered as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with some users discussing its effects and combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about melatonin's impact on hormones and side effects from other treatments like ketoconazole were also discussed.
community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens.
A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.
community You NEED this if You’re Taking Fin/Dut
DIM is suggested to help with estrogen metabolism for those on finasteride or dutasteride, potentially reversing side effects like fat gain and mood changes. Some users doubt its effectiveness, recommending lifestyle changes or consulting a doctor instead.
community So what other supplements should you take alongside finasteride.
The conversation discusses using finasteride for hair loss and considers additional supplements like vitamin D3, melatonin, zinc, biotin, and minoxidil. There is debate over zinc's effectiveness, with some suggesting it may not be beneficial for hair loss.
community Dutasteride or treatment and TRT/PEDs
A user experienced hair thinning after using tamoxifen and bupropion and is now using topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, melatonin, adenosine, and specific shampoos for improvement. They are considering using steroids and are seeking advice on whether combining oral dutasteride with TRT/PEDs would affect hair health, with mixed opinions on the impact of testosterone and DHT on hair loss.
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1 / 801 results- Is melatonin better as a supplement or applied to the scalp? No study has compared oral and topical melatonin head to head. Topical melatonin has one small placebo-controlled pilot trial in 40 women plus a set of mostly uncontrolled studies of a cosmetic solution; oral melatonin has no published hair-loss trial at all.
- Melatonin: Does it work the same for men and women? No trial has compared melatonin's effect on hair in men versus women. The only placebo-controlled scalp study enrolled 40 women, and the single reported sex difference — shedding fell in women but not men — comes from one uncontrolled 60-person observation, so any difference is unestablished.
- Does melatonin only prevent hair loss or also help it grow new hair? Melatonin may help prevent hair loss and stimulate new hair growth.
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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