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research A Composite Model for the Transport of Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Compounds Across the Skin: Steady-State Behavior

32 citations, September 2018 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

The model better predicts how water-loving and fat-loving substances move through the skin by including tiny pores and hair follicle paths.

research A Discourse on Human Hair Fibers and Reflections on the Conservation of Drug Molecules

47 citations, June 1996 in “International Journal of Legal Medicine”

Hair analysis for drugs needs a better understanding of how drugs enter hair, considering factors like hair structure and pigmentation.

research Percutaneous Drug Delivery to the Hair Follicle

1 citations, January 2001 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology”

Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.

research Lecithin Organogels as a Potential Phospholipid-Structured System for Topical Drug Delivery: A Review

202 citations, June 2005 in “Aaps Pharmscitech”

Lecithin organogels could be good for applying drugs to the skin because they are stable, safe, and can improve drug absorption.

research Essential Oils and Their Single Compounds in Cosmetics: A Critical Review

183 citations, January 2018 in “Cosmetics”

Essential oils in cosmetics can offer benefits but may cause allergies and should be used carefully.

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community Topical Valproic acid/sodium valproate — has anyone tried this?

in Question 2 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.

community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 2447 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

community The other day I had a random discussion about not eating the livers of predators like polar bears because you can get vitamin A poisoning, my nurse roommate looked up symptoms and found telogen effluvium was one of them...

in Chat 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A user experienced hair thinning possibly due to excess vitamin A from taking extra gummy vitamins. They stopped taking the vitamins and are seeking advice on hair regrowth and managing vitamin A levels.

community Fin shed is no joke. This is from running my hand through my hair on my way home

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1053 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.

community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

in Satire 3155 upvotes 5 months ago

A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

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