research Interrogating the Gut-Skin Axis for Acne and Sebaceous Gland Health: A Case Study of Nicotinic Acid
Taking nicotinic acid supplements might help with acne by affecting the skin's oil glands, but high doses are needed.
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research Nicotinic Acid Suppresses Sebaceous Lipid Synthesis of Human Sebocytes via Activating Hydroxycarboxylic Acid Receptor 2 (HCA2)
Nicotinic acid reduces excessive oil production in skin cells by activating a specific receptor, which could help treat acne.
research The Nutritional Approach to Experimental Dermatology: Nutritional Dermatoses in the Rat
Rats with a pellagra-like skin condition were cured by a vitamin found in yeast, later identified as vitamin B6.
research Diabetex: A Novel Approach for Diabetic Wound Healing
Diabetex improves diabetic wound healing better than metformin.
research Double-Blind Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Hair Loss Prevention Shampoo Containing Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, and Niacinamide in Alopecia Patients
The shampoo with salicylic acid, panthenol, and niacinamide is effective and safe for preventing hair loss in people with alopecia.
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The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hair loss.
community Boss Fight. Temples, Hairless for 10 years vs. New Stack
User shares new hair growth stack including oral minox, daily rolling with minox application, niacin, and Dutasteride. Excited about progress and plans to update in two months.
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The post discusses using Carnitine Tartrate, Potassium Chloride, and Niacin to reduce hair shedding, with the user experiencing significant improvement. The user also suggests considering a ketogenic/paleo diet for those with insulin resistance-related hair loss.
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