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    GlossaryVaniqa (Eflornithine hydrochloride)

    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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      community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.

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      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Topical high-dose vitamin C is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss due to its ability to inhibit DHT and reduce histamine. Some users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride.