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research A Composite Model for the Transport of Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Compounds Across the Skin: Steady-State Behavior

32 citations, September 2018 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

The model better predicts how water-loving and fat-loving substances move through the skin by including tiny pores and hair follicle paths.

research Recent Advances in the Medical and Surgical Treatment of Priapism

6 citations, September 2010 in “Current Urology Reports”

New treatments for long-lasting erections improve outcomes but must be timely to avoid lasting damage.

research Penetration Profile of Microspheres in Follicular Targeting of Terminal Hair Follicles

316 citations, June 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Microspheres about 1.5 micrometers in size can best penetrate hair follicles, potentially reaching important stem cells.

research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Is It a Reality?

141 citations, November 2005 in “International journal of pharmaceutics”

Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.

Follicular Penetration of Caffeine from Topically Applied Nanoemulsion Formulations Containing Penetration Enhancers: In Vitro Human Skin Studies

research Follicular Penetration of Caffeine from Topically Applied Nanoemulsion Formulations Containing Penetration Enhancers: In Vitro Human Skin Studies

35 citations, January 2018 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology”

Nanoemulsion creams with certain enhancers can greatly increase caffeine delivery through skin.

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community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

in Technology 193 upvotes 1 week ago

Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

community How would you start your hairloss battle if you were 16 y.o?

in Treatment 15 upvotes 1 year ago

A 16-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks treatment advice. They decide to start with Serioxyl, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Eucapil, considering Minoxidil and Finasteride for later use.

community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

community I am horny as hell due to fin.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 225 upvotes 11 months ago

Some individuals taking finasteride for hair loss report increased libido and frequent masturbation, with no immediate hair regrowth but darker hair appearance. A dermatologist explains that finasteride may raise testosterone levels temporarily, which could lead to increased sex drive in some people.

community Posting my before and after with longer hair, since a lot of people wanted to see it. Finasteride only. The first two pictures are before starting treatment, and the last two are 8 months in, 1.25mg daily, 24 years old.

in Progress Pictures 119 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared before and after photos of their hair loss treatment using Finasteride. The treatment showed significant improvement after 8 months of daily use.

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