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    GlossaryOily Skin

    overproduction of sebum by sebaceous glands causing shiny appearance

    Oily skin, also known as seborrheic skin, is characterized by an overproduction of sebum, the skin's natural oil, by the sebaceous glands. This excess oil can lead to a shiny appearance, enlarged pores, and a higher propensity for acne and other skin blemishes. Managing oily skin often involves using specific skincare products that help control sebum production and maintain a balanced skin environment.

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      community Hair Loss and Oily Skin: Blocking DHT Helps

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Lowering DHT can improve skin quality and reduce scalp issues. Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth and improving skin texture, while dutasteride may increase oiliness and shedding for some users.

      community 8 months on dut and just keep shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.

      community Can this fate be avoided? Or must i simply accept it.

      12 years ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing early hair loss, possibly due to oily skin, stress, poor diet, and lack of sleep. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and plan to visit a dermatologist for further advice.

      community One Year Progress (Topical Fin/Min)

      in Progress Pictures  154 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (7%), along with Ketoconazole shampoo, and recently switched to dutasteride and plans to add oral minoxidil. They managed side effects like oily skin and itchiness with a corticosteroid and chose topical treatments initially to limit systemic exposure.