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    GlossaryVaniqa (Topical Eflornithine)

    topical cream that slows facial hair growth in women

    Vaniqa is a topical cream containing eflornithine hydrochloride, used to reduce unwanted facial hair in women. It works by inhibiting an enzyme involved in hair growth, thereby slowing down the rate of hair production.

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

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      a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

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      hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

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      community Sensitive liver, topical fin safe to try?

      in Finasteride  98 upvotes 2 days ago
      Topical finasteride is considered safer for the liver than oral finasteride due to less systemic absorption, but regular liver function tests are advised. The user is concerned about liver health due to a history of NAFLD and is exploring topical finasteride as a safer alternative.

      community Topical Dutasteride Progress (2.5 months)

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old male is using a topical treatment for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone, along with derma rolling. He reports no side effects from the treatment and seeks feedback on its effectiveness for hair regrowth.