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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects
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acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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research Clinical and Biological Impact of the Exposome on the Skin
Environmental factors, hormones, nutrition, and stress all significantly affect skin health and aging.
research The Human Skin as a Hormone Target and an Endocrine Gland
Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Topical L-Thyroxine: The Cinderella Among Hormones Waiting to Dance on the Floor of Dermatological Therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
research Estrogen Functions in Skin and Skin Appendages
Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?
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Sea_Tax6643
in Chat
45 upvotes
3 months ago Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.
community Why balding gets worse in every generation?
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NotoriousYY
in Chat
81 upvotes
7 months ago Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community I really wish I started Propecia sooner
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Vast_Jaguar_7210
in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 years ago A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hair loss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.
community Serum DHT levels variation on dutasteride
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ggyymm96
in Treatment 1 year ago Serum DHT levels and their variations when using dutasteride for hair loss treatment.
community Is topical Minoxidil not meant for frontal baldness?
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prf_q
in Minoxidil
93 upvotes
2 years ago The effectiveness of topical Minoxidil for frontal baldness and the differences between brands. Suggestions are made to use Finasteride and RU58841 in combination with Minoxidil to help treat hair loss.