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    Glossaryscalp microbiome

    community of microorganisms living naturally on the scalp

    The scalp microbiome refers to the community of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, that naturally live on the scalp. These microorganisms play a crucial role in maintaining scalp health by balancing the skin's ecosystem, protecting against harmful pathogens, and potentially influencing conditions like dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.

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      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  406 upvotes 1 week ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

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      in Treatment  99 upvotes 2 years ago
      Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.