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Glossary Topical Finasteride

medication applied to the scalp to treat hair loss

Topical Finasteride is a medication applied directly to the scalp to treat hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia (male or female pattern baldness). Unlike oral finasteride, which can have systemic side effects, the topical form aims to reduce these risks by delivering the drug directly to the affected area, thereby minimizing its absorption into the bloodstream.

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community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

in Research/Science 194 upvotes 1 year ago

The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

community Cheers Tressless Community, you’ve been good to me

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 207 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their positive experience with 1mg Finasteride for hair loss, seeing significant improvement in 3 months with no side effects. They expressed gratitude to the community and noted increased confidence.

community Switching from finastide to dutasteride after 6.5 years (28m)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 6.5 years due to hair thinning and may add oral minoxidil if needed. They are worried about shedding and side effects but hope for better hair density with dutasteride.

community 9 months on Finasteride and still no progress and feeling hopeless

38 upvotes 11 months ago

The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, PRP, and ProCell therapy for hair loss but sees no progress after nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant, with suggestions to add oral minoxidil.

community Topical minoxidil routine and shampooing frequency

4 upvotes 2 days ago

The user applies 10% minoxidil nightly, takes 1mg finasteride, multivitamins, and a hair growth serum, and is concerned about over-washing hair with dermatologist-recommended shampoo. It is suggested to shampoo every other day and rinse with water on alternate days unless otherwise advised by a dermatologist.

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research Topical odorant application of the specific olfactory receptor OR2AT4 agonist, Sandalore^®, improves telogen effluvium‐associated parameters

11 citations , July 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that a 1% Sandalore® solution reduced hair shedding and improved hair volume and anagen phase duration in women with telogen effluvium over 24 weeks, compared to placebo.

research Topical L‐thyroxine: The Cinderella among hormones waiting to dance on the floor of dermatological therapy?

9 citations , July 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This review emphasizes the potential of repurposing topical L-thyroxine for skin ulcers and telogen effluvium and highlights the need for further exploration of its use in dermatology.

research 181 Topical Sandalore®, a specific OR2AT4-stimulating odorant, ameliorates telogen effluvium: Randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial

September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This clinical trial found that Sandalore® 1% significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair volume and anagen hair follicles in women with telogen effluvium compared to placebo.

research 609 Topical Sandalore®, a specific OR2AT4-stimulating odorant, ameliorates female telogen effluvium: Randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This clinical trial found that topical application of Sandalore® 1% significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair volume in women with telogen effluvium compared to placebo.

research Transepidermal UV radiation of scalp skin ex vivo induces hair follicle damage that is alleviated by the topical treatment with caffeine

31 citations , February 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This study found that ultraviolet radiation negatively affects hair follicle functions in human scalp skin, and caffeine application may provide some protective effects against this damage.

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learn Finasteride

Topical or oral? Choosing between pills and lotions according to your case. Topical finasteride offers localized treatment with fewer systemic side effects than oral finasteride.

learn Cetirizine

Is topical cetirizine effective for androgenetic alopecia in women? Topical cetirizine is not an approved product and its use for female-pattern hair loss is off-label. The evidence is one small unblinded pilot study in mixed-sex patients and one randomized trial in 66 women where cetirizine was added to minoxidil; it is unproven on its own.

learn Estradiol

How does topical Estradiol compare to oral Estradiol in treating alopecia? Topical estradiol delivers hormone to the scalp with less systemic exposure, but evidence is thin and it is still a hormone. It needs a doctor's supervision, and people with estrogen-sensitive cancers must not use it without medical approval.

learn Glycerin

Does topical glycerin have any effect on hair thickness or follicle function? Topical glycerin primarily hydrates hair but does not increase thickness or follicle function.

learn L-cysteine

Can topical products with L-cysteine repair damaged hair or prevent breakage? Topical L-cysteine cannot effectively repair damaged hair or prevent breakage.

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