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the stimulant you know and love can be used topically to stimulate hair
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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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research Diffusion Behavior of Poly(Ethylene Imine) Into Keratin Fibers Using Microspectrophotometry
PEI diffuses into hair at a constant rate, and urea speeds up this process.
research Influence of Urea on the Coloring Ability of a Low-Temperature Coloring Method of Keratin Fibers Using Polyethyleneimine
Urea helps hair dye penetrate better and last longer.
research Roxithromycin Antagonizes Catagen Induction in Murine and Human Hair Follicles: Implication of Topical Roxithromycin as Hair Restoration Reagent
Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
research P62 Pre-Clinical Pharmacological and Skin Penetration Profile of LDE255, a Novel and Specific Smoothened Antagonist
LDE225 is a promising skin-applied treatment for basal cell carcinoma with good skin penetration and effectiveness.
research Comorbidities and Treatment Options for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
AKN is a chronic scalp condition in African-descended males, treated with topicals, antibiotics, steroids, and sometimes surgery or laser.
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5 / 171 resultscommunity I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
community Is there a way to boost/enhance the effects of minoxidil?
Enhancing minoxidil effects can involve using penetration enhancers like DMSO, urea, or retinol, and methods like dermarolling and adding substances like biotin and L-carnitine tartrate. Some users suggest trying higher concentrations of minoxidil if lower percentages are ineffective.
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 Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
community Is it possible to create an estrogen mesotherapy/topical that doesn't go systemic?
The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.