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community Feedback on Hair Repair Clinic 5% Minoxidil Cream vs. Sons 5% Spray

in General 119 upvotes 8 months ago

A user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil spray to a minoxidil cream for easier application and less greasiness. They are inquiring about the Hair Repair Clinic 5% minoxidil cream, which includes optional tretinoin and other ingredients like isopropyl myristate and beeswax.

community My 5 year hair loss journey on Min & Fin.

1220 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their 5-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride, noting significant hair improvements without side effects. Consistency, a positive mindset, and lifestyle changes like a healthier diet and better sleep were key to their success.

community Has anyone used minoxidil cream before?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 8 months ago

A user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil spray to a minoxidil cream, hoping it will be easier to apply and less greasy. They are seeking feedback on the cream's effectiveness and suitability for sensitive scalps.

community When you start balding you notice how unnatural this phenomenon is

532 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss is a common issue, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil used but not as permanent cures. Frustration exists over societal perceptions and the lack of a definitive solution.

community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

in Minoxidil 23 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

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research Understanding patient and physician perceptions of male androgenetic alopecia treatments in Asia-Pacific and Latin America

5 citations , March 2017 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This survey reported that 37.6% of male AGA patients were satisfied with their treatments, with the highest satisfaction for 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, and revealed differing perceptions between physicians and patients about AGA's impact on confidence and treatment involvement.

research Biochemical Roles of Testosterone and Epitestosterone to 5α-Reductase as Indicators of Male-Pattern Baldness

47 citations , January 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

High testosterone to epitestosterone ratio in hair could predict male-pattern baldness.

research Polycystic ovary syndrome in Salvador, Brazil: a prevalence study in primary healthcare

39 citations , January 2012 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology”

In this study, the prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome among women seeking primary healthcare in Salvador, Brazil, was found to be 8.5% using the Rotterdam criteria.

research Alopecia areata incognita: A Hypothesis

60 citations , October 2009 in “Dermatology”

This article proposes a hypothesis for alopecia areata hair loss patterns and provides epidemiological evidence supporting distinct hair loss characteristics between general cases and those with androgenetic alopecia; it presents no new clinical results.

research Effects of Ginseng Rhizome and Ginsenoside Ro on Testosterone 5α-Reductase and Hair Re-growth in Testosterone-treated Mice

51 citations , May 2011 in “Phytotherapy Research”

This study suggests that red ginseng rhizome extracts, particularly ginsenoside Ro, may promote hair re-growth in an androgenetic alopecia model due to their inhibitory activity on testosterone 5α-reductase.

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