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research Guidelines on the safety of light‐based home‐use hair removal devices from the European Society for Laser Dermatology

26 citations , January 2012 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This article reviews light-based hair removal devices for home use, highlighting safety issues and the need for consistent international regulations and guidelines for their manufacture and marketing.

research Ensuring safety in cytotoxic drug preparation: A systematic review of guidelines addressing education for pharmacy professionals

2 citations , February 2025 in “Journal of the American Pharmacists Association”

This study identified key content for pharmacy professionals' education on handling cytotoxic drugs, highlighting training in aseptic techniques, PPE use, and spill management, and recommended developing guidelines with both theoretical and practical learning components to enhance their implementation.

research Discrimination and Proper Use of Polygoni Multiflori Radix, Cynanchi Wilfordii Radix, and Cynanchi Auriculati Radix in Korea: A Descriptive Review

7 citations , January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine”

This review discusses the confusion and misuse of Polygoni Multiflori Radix, Cynanchi Wilfordii Radix, and Cynanchi Auriculati Radix in Korea, highlighting their plant origins, uses, and toxicities, without providing new clinical results.

research Chemical Scalp Burn after Hair Coloring—Case Report with Literature Review

June 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

This case study and literature review highlights a chemical burn from hair dye experienced by a 17-year-old girl, resulting in a long-term scalp ulcer. It emphasizes the need for careful consideration of scalp complications and a multidisciplinary treatment approach in hair dye procedures.

research This sector needs laser protection supervisors

February 2018 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing”

This editorial emphasizes the critical need for laser protection supervisors in the aesthetic sector due to a rise in laser-related claims attributed to inadequate training and safety protocol adherence, highlighting that better understanding and supervision can help mitigate risks.

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learn Hair Transplant

What precautions should be taken after a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise avoiding strenuous activity, smoking, alcohol, direct sun and touching the grafts while the scalp heals. Any change to a prescribed medicine, including blood thinners, should be agreed with the doctor who prescribed it.

learn Latanoprost

Can latanoprost be safely applied to the scalp, or is it only for eyelashes? Latanoprost is not approved for use on the scalp and its safety there has not been established: the only human scalp evidence is one 24-week pilot trial in 16 men, and clinicians flag irritation, skin darkening and unknown absorption over a large area as open risks.

learn Setipiprant

Can Setipiprant be used safely by women or people undergoing gender transition? Setipiprant's safety for women and those in transition is not well-studied.

learn sh-Polypeptide-7

Are there any safety concerns or allergic reactions associated with sh-Polypeptide-7 in topical hair products? There are no published human studies on sh-Polypeptide-7 itself, so its safety is unestablished; research on cosmetic peptides as a class reports low irritation and rare allergy, and dermatologists advise patch testing a new scalp product.

learn Hydrocortisone

How do you safely apply hydrocortisone cream or lotion to the scalp without overusing it? The over-the-counter hydrocortisone label sets the limits: a thin film on the affected patch, no more than three or four times a day, and no longer than seven days without a doctor's direction — and the scalp absorbs corticosteroids more than most skin, so prolonged use raises the risk of thinning skin.

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community Y'all, we have got to come to a consensus on the specifics of microneedling.

27 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling can promote hair growth, but there is uncertainty about the best practices, including needle length, device, and session frequency. Users discuss using needle lengths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with some experiencing pinpoint bleeding, and emphasize the need for more reliable resources and guidelines.

community Advice on Disposing or Donating Unused Minoxidil Tablets

in General 36 upvotes 7 months ago

Unused Minoxidil tablets should be disposed of at a pharmacy with take-back services or according to packaging instructions. It's not recommended to give them to others due to legal and safety concerns.

community Microneedling Isn’t Snake Oil — It’s Evidence-Based. Let’s Talk Studies, Not Fear.

41 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling is supported by research as an effective adjuvant treatment for hair loss, especially when combined with Minoxidil or Finasteride, with minimal side effects if done properly. Concerns about long-term safety and potential risks like infection or fibrosis remain, but many users report positive results.

community officially a year on finasteride 19m

213 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old shares positive results after one year on finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and Nizoral shampoo, reporting no side effects and improved hair density despite initial shedding. Others discuss mixed experiences with finasteride, some considering alternatives like dutasteride or hair transplants.

community Highly experimental stack! Self Study Coming!

6 upvotes 5 months ago

A 19-year-old plans to use an experimental hair loss treatment stack including micro-needling, Minoxidil, Pyrilutamide, Ketoconazole shampoo, and other unreleased compounds like PP405. Users advise against using unverified treatments and suggest sticking to proven options like Finasteride, with some recommending topical application to avoid side effects.

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