research Trichodynia Revisited
Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition not directly linked to the amount or type of hair loss and may involve psychological factors, with treatments showing mixed results.
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research Indications for Peripheral and Central Sensitization in Patients With Chronic Scalp Pain (Trichodynia)
Chronic scalp pain in trichodynia involves both body-wide and localized increased pain sensitivity.
research Shampoos, Conditioners, and Camouflage Techniques
Cosmetic hair products are important for hiding hair loss and improving satisfaction when combined with medical treatments.
research Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth And Retention Via Oxidative Stress
Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.
research Ethnic Hair And Skin: What Is The State Of The Science?
Ethnic differences in hair and skin are significant and under-researched, requiring tailored dermatologic treatments and more study.
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5 / 6 resultscommunity Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO
The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.
community What can I use to prepare a lotion that doesn't irritate my scalp or make my hair sticky? (Want to experiment with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate)
The conversation is about a user who tried dissolving a metformin pill in water for hair treatment but faced issues with hair sticking together. The user is seeking advice on preparing a non-irritating, non-sticky lotion at home, possibly experimenting with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate.
community Surprise Hair Loss Breakthrough: Sugar Gel Triggers Robust Regrowth
A sugar gel containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose has shown promising hair regrowth results in mice, comparable to Minoxidil. Users are discussing the potential to buy and try this compound themselves.
community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results
A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.
community Phase II topical dut study - outperforms oral fin with a minor DHT reduction
Topical dutasteride 0.05% is more effective for hair growth than oral finasteride 1mg, with minimal DHT reduction. The formulation uses castor oil and MCTs for better absorption but is not widely available until 2028.