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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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5 / 1000+ results![Retinoid Metabolism Is Altered in Human and Mouse Cicatricial Alopecia](/images/research/77fc3a64-cdba-4460-9ee3-9cdb822a699b/small/24503.jpg)
research Retinoid Metabolism Is Altered in Human and Mouse Cicatricial Alopecia
Altered retinoid metabolism in cicatricial alopecia suggests a balanced vitamin A diet may prevent the condition.
research Effects of Acute UVB on Retinoid Metabolism
UVB exposure increases skin proteins for retinoic acid synthesis and shifts their location, possibly affecting skin repair.
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research Alopecia Associated with Fluconazole Therapy
High doses of fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update
Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.
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research Retinoids Putting the “A” in Alopecia
Vitamin A may influence hair loss conditions like alopecia, but more research is needed to understand how.
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5 / 95 resultscommunity Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair
Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.
community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.
community Why does it seem everyone favors finasteride over dutasteride?
The conversation discusses preferences for hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride over dutasteride. Users share personal experiences, cost considerations, FDA approval status, and potential side effects, with some switching between treatments to find what works best for them.
community Ingest topical minoxidil by mouth ?
A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hair loss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.
community Progress since may 27, 2021. HairCAFE routine, DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, topical stemoxydine and alfatradiol 50/50 mix with tretinoin in the morning.
User started DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, and topical stemoxydine/alfatradiol mix with tretinoin in the morning for hair loss. They experienced significant progress and no side effects, crediting a YouTuber for encouragement.