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chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
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research Simple and Rapid Method to Isolate and Culture Follicular Papillae from Human Scalp Hair Follicles
Researchers developed a quick and easy way to get and grow cells from the base of human hair follicles.
research Unique Amino Acid Signatures That Are Evolutionarily Conserved Distinguish Simple-Type, Epidermal, and Hair Keratins
Different keratin types have unique amino acid patterns that are evolutionarily conserved.
research Hair Growth Defects in Insig-Deficient Mice Caused by Cholesterol Precursor Accumulation and Reversed by Simvastatin
Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.
research Simultaneous Quantitation of Nine Hydroxy-Androgens and Their Conjugates in Human Serum by Stable Isotope Dilution Liquid Chromatography Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry
A new method accurately measures nine specific hormones in human blood.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Simvastatin and Ezetimibe
Simvastatin/ezetimibe may help treat new cases of alopecia areata but not long-term cases.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Similar 5ar inhibitors to fin?
Natural vitamins like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and ecklonia cava are discussed for their potential to lower DHT levels. They may work similarly to finasteride but are significantly weaker.
community Thoughts on these and similar other products?
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of DHT blockers for hair loss, questioning if they are just vitamins or truly effective. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community There is simply no way to get finasteride in Germany
A user in Germany struggles to get a finasteride prescription despite trying multiple doctors and apps, only receiving minoxidil. Other users suggest alternative sources like Zava.med, EU doctor App, and buying from pharmacies abroad.
community Homemade finasteride foam similar to minoxidil foam
A user is seeking advice on creating a homemade finasteride foam similar to over-the-counter Minoxidil foam, due to issues with glycerin and propylene glycol in their current solutions. They are considering using a mixture of ethanol/alcohol and water for the foam.
community Anyone using Peppermint oil/ similar oils and seeing growth?
Peppermint oil may be beneficial for hair growth, potentially outperforming minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841.