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GlossarySkin Surface Lipids (SSL)

mixture of oils and fats secreted onto skin's surface

Skin Surface Lipids (SSL) are a mixture of oils and fats produced by the sebaceous glands and secreted onto the skin's surface. They play a crucial role in maintaining the skin's barrier function, hydration, and protection against microbial invasion.

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research Surface Lipids as Multifunctional Mediators of Skin Responses to Environmental Stimuli

105 citations , January 2010 in “Mediators of Inflammation”

Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.

research Scalp Biophysical Characteristics in Males with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comparative Study with Healthy Controls

12 citations , May 2021 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging”

Men with androgenetic alopecia have oilier and less hydrated scalps, especially in sensitive areas.

research Non-Invasive Human Skin Transcriptome Analysis Using mRNA in Skin Surface Lipids

10 citations , March 2022 in “Communications biology”

A new non-invasive method can analyze skin mRNA to understand skin diseases better.

research Non-Invasive Human Skin Transcriptome Analysis Using mRNA in Skin Surface Lipids

2 citations , April 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

The conclusion is that analyzing RNA from skin oils is a promising way to understand skin diseases.

research Serum Sickness-Like Reaction in Children: A Retrospective Review

1 citations , February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Children's Serum Sickness-Like Reaction is often linked to antibiotics, especially amoxicillin, and involves symptoms like rash, fever, and joint issues.

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community Has anyone used the new liposomal topical fin from Hasson and Wong?

6 upvotes 9 years ago

The conversation discusses a new liposomal topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, available in Canada and Italy, soon in the US, costing $40/month. It claims to reduce scalp DHT by 50% without affecting serum DHT, potentially benefiting those who can't tolerate oral finasteride or RU58841.

community Shiseido/Replicel RCH-01 trial results were finally shared online

in Treatment 43 upvotes 5 years ago

The Shiseido/Replicel RCH-01 trial results were disappointing and ineffective. Users expressed skepticism and frustration, suggesting alternatives like Tsuji or simply accepting baldness.

community Dutasteride thrice weekly beats finasteride. But daily?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 3 days ago

Dutasteride taken three times a week is more effective for hair regrowth than daily finasteride, with fewer side effects. Some users combine dutasteride and finasteride for better results, while others prefer dutasteride alone due to its longer half-life and potential fertility concerns.