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Glossary Topical Hair Growth Inhibitors

products applied to skin to slow or reduce hair growth

Topical Hair Growth Inhibitors, also known as Hair Growth Inhibiting Creams or Lotions, are products applied directly to the skin to slow down or reduce hair growth. They typically contain active ingredients that interfere with the hair follicle's ability to produce new hair, making them useful for managing unwanted hair in areas like the face, legs, or underarms.

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Hair Growth Effects of Oral Administration of Finasteride, a Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, Alone and in Combination with Topical Minoxidil in the Balding Stumptail Macaque

research Hair growth effects of oral administration of finasteride, a steroid 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, alone and in combination with topical minoxidil in the balding stumptail macaque.

34 citations , February 1992 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

In this study, the combination of finasteride and minoxidil significantly increased hair growth in balding male stumptail macaques compared to each drug alone.

A Quantitative Hair Growth Assessment in Female Androgenetic Alopecia During One Year, and Its Modulation by a Topical 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

research A quantitative hair growth assessment in female androgenetic alopecia during one year, and its modulation by a topical 5?-reductase inhibitor

September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Topical 5α-reductase inhibitor helps counteract hair loss and stabilize it.

research 1072 Promotion of hair growth in normal mouse skin and alopecia areata by topical treatment of HDAC inhibitors

1 citations , April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study found that topical application of the HDAC1/3 inhibitor Vorinostat promoted hair regrowth in a mouse model of alopecia areata and influenced the hair cycle in normal mice.

research 708 Promotion of hair growth in alopecia areata by topical treatment of HDAC inhibitors

April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study suggests that HDAC inhibitors, such as Vorinostat and Entinostat, could be effective in promoting hair regrowth in a mouse model of alopecia areata.

research Review of the Literature: Topical JAK Inhibitors Showing Promise for Hair Loss!

January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Topical JAK inhibitors may help treat hair loss.

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community Depressed that topical dut+min is causing unwanted hair everywhere on my face. Is there anything can I do?

in Minoxidil 21 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.

community 5 Months on topical Fin/Min progress: grows hair and boobs

in Progress Pictures 159 upvotes 11 months ago

The user experienced significant hair growth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but noticed nipple changes, suggesting early gynecomastia. They plan to stop the treatment and consider blood work to check hormonal balance.

community For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.

community Anyone heard of scube3? And other emerging treatments?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Emerging hair loss treatments like PP405, a topical MPC inhibitor, show promise in activating stem cells for hair growth. The conversation seeks information on the development stages and accessibility of these treatments.

community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

5 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.

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learn Follistatin

glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

learn Clascoterone

a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors

learn Epidermal Growth Factor

learn Procyanidin

bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties

learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Vitamin B12

Can topical products containing Vitamin B12 improve scalp health and hair growth? Topical Vitamin B12 may not significantly improve hair growth unless there's a deficiency.

learn Vitamin C

Is topical Vitamin C effective for scalp and hair growth? Topical Vitamin C may help improve scalp health but lacks strong evidence for hair growth.

learn Tea tree

Can tea tree–based topical products support hair growth indirectly by improving scalp conditions linked to hair loss? Tea tree products may improve scalp health, potentially supporting hair growth indirectly.

learn white tea

Is white tea more effective in topical hair products or as an oral supplement for hair growth? Neither topical nor oral white tea has any human clinical trial behind it for hair growth. Topical use has a more direct mechanistic rationale, but the only verifiable studies are a cell-culture EGCG experiment and a pharmacokinetic study with no hair outcomes.

learn Hair Transplant

What happens after a hair transplant? Expect mild swelling and redness, with new hair growth starting in 3 to 6 months.

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