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Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
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9 / 800 results- What’s the difference between using hyaluronic acid as a serum on the scalp versus taking it as a supplement? A serum sits on the scalp surface. Oral hyaluronic acid has small trials on facial wrinkles, none on the scalp or hair.
- Could a daily serum with Baicapil help revive dormant hair follicles before it’s too late? There is no independent evidence that Baicapil revives dormant follicles; the only human data are the supplier's own unpublished test. A dermatologist can tell whether follicles are still active and which treatments have evidence.
- Can a lash-growth serum like bimatoprost actually work for your scalp? Bimatoprost (Latisse) is FDA-approved only for eyelashes, not the scalp. In the larger of two Allergan phase 2 scalp trials, every bimatoprost formulation gave smaller hair-count gains than minoxidil 5%; the results were posted to ClinicalTrials.gov but never published in a journal, and scalp use remains off-label and experimental.
- Are exosomes applied as a serum, an injection, or combined with other hair treatments? Clinics offer exosomes as scalp injections, as serums applied after microneedling, or combined with PRP. No exosome product is FDA-approved, and no reliable evidence shows that any of these methods works.
- Can topical omega-3 oils or serums nourish the scalp, and is taking omega-3 by mouth any better? There is little evidence that omega-3 helps hair, whether taken by mouth or applied to the scalp.
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5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride
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Vitamin made in the skin from sunlight, also taken as a supplement
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Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Exogenous Testosterone (T) Alone or with Finasteride Increases Physical Performance, Grip Strength, and Lean Body Mass in Older Men with Low Serum T
This study found that testosterone therapy improved physical performance and strength in older men with low testosterone over 36 months, whether administered alone or with finasteride.
research Effect of 1 mg/day finasteride on concentrations of serum prostate-specific antigen in men with androgenic alopecia: a randomised controlled trial
In this study, 1 mg/day finasteride lowered serum PSA concentration in men aged 40–60, suggesting that PSA adjustment recommendations for prostate cancer screening using 5 mg/day finasteride should also apply to this lower dose for hair loss treatment.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men
This study found that 1-year use of 5alpha-reductase inhibitors, dutasteride or finasteride, significantly lowered dihydrotestosterone levels without adversely affecting bone density, lipids, or hemoglobin in normal men.
research Effect of finasteride, a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, on serum gonadotropins in normal men.
This study found that lowering serum DHT levels with 5 mg finasteride daily did not significantly alter serum gonadotropin levels in healthy young men after 28 days.
research Impact of Finasteride on Serum PSA Levels in Men With BPH: A Systematic Review
This systematic review reported that among men taking finasteride for benign prostatic hyperplasia, total PSA levels decreased by 30% to 50%, and free PSA by up to 45%, with reductions in prostate volume and PSA density observed as well.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?
The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.
community Is finasteride mixable with this serum?
The conversation discusses mixing finasteride (Essengen-F) with a multi-peptide serum for hair density. The main concern is whether these products can be used together safely.
community My case study: DHT serum levels unresponsive to higher topical fin dosages.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
community Do dut and fin reduce sebum causing frizzy hair?
The user is experiencing dry, frizzy hair despite using dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, which may be due to reduced sebum production. Suggestions include using nourishing conditioners, hair oils, and styling products to manage frizz, especially for curly hair.
community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil
The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.
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