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    substance that doesn't cause harm or poisoning to organisms

    Non-toxic refers to substances that are not harmful or poisonous to living organisms, including humans, when they come into contact with or are ingested in typical amounts. This term is often used in the context of products like cosmetics, household cleaners, and medications to indicate that they do not pose significant health risks under normal usage conditions.

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      community Tretinoin for some men(not all) can cause non-telogen effluvium hair loss

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hair loss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hair loss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine

      in Microneedling  71 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.

      community Longterm ru58841 users + my experience

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.

      community Thinking of getting more aggressive with my w

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 31-year-old man using finasteride for a year is considering adding oral minoxidil or switching to topical minoxidil to address diffuse thinning, while also using a scalp massager and ketoconazole shampoo. Concerns include cardiovascular side effects, pet safety with topical minoxidil, and cost of telehealth services.