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Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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research Progress and Prospects: Gene Therapy for Performance and Appearance Enhancement
Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
research An Overview of Chemical Straightening of Human Hair: Technical Aspects, Potential Risks to Hair Fiber and Health, and Legal Issues
Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
research The Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome
Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, linked to contaminated L-tryptophan supplements, caused severe symptoms and some deaths, with long-term effects in survivors.
research Antimicrobial Properties of Wild Oregano Extracts: A Compilation and Review of Current Research
Nutricosmetics with active ingredients can help with hair loss and improve hair growth.
research Determination of Illegal Adulteration of Dietary Supplements with Synthetic Hair-Growth Compounds by UPLC and LC-Q-TOF/MS Part A: Chemistry, Analysis, Control, Exposure & Risk Assessment
Researchers developed a precise method to detect illegal hair-growth drugs in dietary supplements.
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5 / 63 resultscommunity Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community New Research- Creatine Increasing Scalp DHT Without Corresponding Serum DHT Increase
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
community FINASTRIDE and switch to DUTASTRIDE, my experience
The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.
community Recent Study finds Laser caps are more effective than 5% minoxidil for AGA
Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.