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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Retinol Esterification by DGAT1 Is Essential for Retinoid Homeostasis in Murine Skin
DGAT1 enzyme is crucial for healthy skin and hair by regulating retinoid levels.
research DGAT1 Modulates Hair Cycling and Is Essential for Retinoid Homeostasis in the Skin
The enzyme Dgat1 is essential for healthy hair and skin by controlling retinoid levels.
research Vitamin A Toxicity: When One a Day Doesn't Keep the Doctor Away
Vitamin A toxicity can cause severe health issues and may require a liver transplant if other treatments fail.
research Oral Retinoids in Dermatology
Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
research Endogenous Retinoids in the Hair Follicle and Sebaceous Gland
Maintaining the right amount of retinoic acid is crucial for healthy hair and skin.
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5 / 197 resultscommunity Before Oral Minoxodil vs 3 months (2.5)
The user is using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement. They are considering increasing the dosage and exploring alternatives to topical minoxidil/finasteride due to concerns about toxicity to cats.
community Tretinoin for some men(not all) can cause non-telogen effluvium hair loss
Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hair loss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hair loss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
community Correlation between topical retinoids and diffuse hair loss
Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
community Minoxidil killed my cat - It was just a few licks - Please be super careful with your pets
In this conversation, people discussed how Minoxidil and Finasteride can be toxic to cats if ingested. It was highlighted that even when being careful with application, there is still a risk of poisoning due to the potential for contact between fur/hair and the substances.
community Leaving minoxidil for only 1 hour on scalp - how to maximize effectiveness?
The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.