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    GlossaryTopical Treatments (Topical Products)

    medications applied directly to the skin or scalp

    Topical treatments, also known as topical agents or topical medications, are medications applied directly to a specific area of the skin or scalp to treat localized conditions. These treatments can include creams, gels, ointments, and lotions, and are commonly used for conditions like alopecia, psoriasis, and eczema, delivering active ingredients directly to the affected area to minimize systemic side effects.

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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      technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

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      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      community Additional topical products for hair growth

      in Product  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user switched from topical to oral finasteride and is seeking additional topical treatments for hair growth besides minoxidil. They are aware of stemoxydine and caffeine solutions and are asking for more recommendations.
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      community Has anybody tried this product from Hims? Does it work?

      in Product  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a product from Hims that combines finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin in one pill for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with one praising its effectiveness, while another warns against potential heart-related side effects of oral minoxidil, suggesting topical solutions instead.

      community Is Maxogen-X from MinoxidilMax legit?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is comparing the effectiveness of Maxogen-X and Happy Head topical products for treating hair loss. They note that Maxogen-X causes less flaking and dryness but are concerned about its absorption and overall effectiveness compared to Happy Head.