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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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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Ruxolitinib Protects Skin Stem Cells And Maintains Skin Homeostasis In Murine Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Ruxolitinib helps protect skin stem cells and keeps skin healthy in mice with skin GVHD.
research Topical Drugs Regrow Hair In Mice
Certain topical drugs can regrow hair in mice.
research Topical Curcumin Promotes Induction of the Murine Hair Cycle
Curcumin applied to the skin can start hair growth in mice.
research Pharmacologic Inhibition of JAK-STAT Signaling Promotes Hair Growth
Blocking JAK-STAT signaling can lead to hair growth.
research Predictive Modeling of Patient Response to JAK/STAT Inhibitors and Dynamic Patient-Matching
Machine learning can predict how well patients with alopecia areata will respond to certain treatments.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community How quick does topical fin absorb?
Topical finasteride absorption starts almost instantly, but the exact time needed for full absorption is unclear. Users suggest it may not need to stay on all day.
community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle
The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.
community Topical finasteride 0.025% shedding
A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using a homemade topical finasteride mixture with stemoxydine for six weeks. They are concerned about whether the low dose could cause shedding so early.
community Why is no one talking about this? Topical dutasteride out performs oral finasteride.
Topical dutasteride is considered more effective for hair regrowth with fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Users have mixed experiences, with some preferring topical applications for reduced side effects.