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research Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Skin Lightening Agent for Melasma
The new treatment was safe and may effectively treat male pattern hair loss.
research Widespread Skin Hypopigmentation Caused by Finasteride When Used for Female Hirsutism
Finasteride can cause lasting skin lightening in women.
research Skin Diseases in Ghana and the UK
Skin diseases differ between Ghana and the UK, with infections most common in Ghana and malignant skin diseases most prevalent in the UK.
research Updates in the Understanding and Treatments of Skin and Hair Disorders in Women of Color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
research Non-Denatured Soybean Extracts in Skin Care: Multiple Anti-Aging Effects
Non-denatured soybean extracts provide multiple anti-aging skin benefits.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?
The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.
community 4 months apart (aug 15 - dec 19)
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement over four months using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They reported no significant side effects and plan to reduce the minoxidil dose once satisfied with the results.
community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.
Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.
community dut doomers - any photo evidence of people regrowing AFTER going back to fin?
Some users experience worsening hair loss with dutasteride and improvement after switching back to finasteride, while others find better results with dutasteride. The effectiveness of treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 varies, requiring individuals to try different combinations or dosages to find what works best.
community 1 month of using fin, so happy
User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.