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    GlossaryTopical Acne Treatment (Topical Acne Medication)

    medication applied to skin to treat acne

    Topical Acne Treatment refers to medications applied directly to the skin to treat acne. These treatments often include ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or retinoids, which help reduce inflammation, kill bacteria, and promote the shedding of dead skin cells to prevent clogged pores.

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      learn Spironolactone

      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

      learn Clascoterone

      a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors

      learn Neem Oil

      natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

      learn RU58841

      a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

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      A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

      research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

      116 citations , December 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”
      Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
      Emerging Therapies for Acne Vulgaris

      research Emerging Therapies for Acne Vulgaris

      22 citations , March 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.
      Acne Vulgaris

      research Acne Vulgaris

      January 2018 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.
      Topical and Intralesional Therapies for Alopecia Areata

      research Topical and Intralesional Therapies for Alopecia Areata

      January 2012 in “˜The œYear book of dermatology”
      Many treatments for alopecia areata have inconsistent results; for under 10s, use minoxidil with a corticosteroid, and for over 10s, add ILC and consider diphenylcyclopropenone for widespread cases.

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      community Clascoterone study going on right now

      in Research/Science  355 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

      community Has anyone seen the data on this 539% boost breakthrough?

      in Technology  866 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Topical Clascoterone showed a 539% improvement in hair count compared to placebo, but its effectiveness and safety are debated. Users compared it to minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed opinions on its potential release in 2026 or 2027.

      community Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.

      community 24M Feel like giving up. Year of fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oral minoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hair transplant.