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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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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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research Skin penetration of active folate salts and their effects on wound healing in vitro: new approaches for dermal folate application
Folate salts penetrate skin well and improve wound healing, suggesting potential for skin treatments.
research Folate bioavailability in reconstructed skin models and effects of folate in a monolayer wound healing assay. Approaches on topic application
Topical folates can penetrate skin and enhance wound healing.
research Alternative Therapies for Vitiligo
Some alternative therapies for vitiligo show promise but need more research.
research BH12 Granulomatous alopecia areata
A woman's rare hair loss condition improved on its own, suggesting this type might recover like common cases.
research Shedding Light on the Effects of Calorie Restriction and Its Mimetics on Skin Biology
Eating fewer calories may slow skin aging and improve skin health through various biological changes.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity about homemade topical finasteride
A user started using homemade topical finasteride with PG-free liquid minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed the solution became milky with floaters and asked if it needed filtering.
community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.
Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.
community Pregnant wife and hairloss - posting on behalf of my husband
A husband experiencing hair loss is considering treatments like topical minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about their effects on his pregnant wife and future child. Alternatives suggested include oral finasteride, which is considered safe if hands are washed after use, and exploring natural methods like oils.
community Clascoterone - what we have right now
Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.
community What are all the blood work that can be checked for potential causes of hair loss?
The conversation is about potential causes of hair loss and treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a focus on checking for vitamin deficiencies and conditions like Lichen Planopolaris. It also discusses the skepticism around certain tests and the success of hair transplants.