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    GlossaryRetinoic Acid (Topical Retinoid)

    derivative of Vitamin A used in acne and wrinkle treatment

    Retinoic Acid, also known as Tretinoin or ATRA (All-trans Retinoic Acid), is a derivative of Vitamin A that plays a crucial role in cell growth and differentiation. It is commonly used in dermatology to treat acne and reduce wrinkles by promoting the turnover of skin cells and increasing collagen production.

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      community Ingest topical minoxidil by mouth ?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hair loss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.

      community MinoxidilMax just launched a 0.3% tretinoin topical. Would you try?

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new 0.3% tretinoin topical launched by MinoxidilMax for mixing with other solutions, with some users expressing concern about potential skin irritation compared to lower concentrations. MinoxidilMax has also released other products like topical Dutasteride and RU58841.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.