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research Skin Structure, Physiology, and Pathology in Topical and Transdermal Drug Delivery

51 citations , October 2024 in “Pharmaceutics”

This review highlights the potential of permeation enhancers to improve the delivery of active ingredients across the skin, optimizing therapeutic outcomes despite challenges posed by individual variability and environmental factors, according to the authors' analysis of current understanding and applications in skincare and transdermal therapies.

research Progress in Topical and Transdermal Drug Delivery Research—Focus on Nanoformulations

32 citations , June 2024 in “Pharmaceutics”

This review explores the use of topical and transdermal delivery for drugs and cosmetics, highlighting the benefits of avoiding side effects and rapid metabolism, with a focus on nanoparticulate formulations and techniques for studying skin penetration.

research Topical and nutricosmetic products for healthy hair and dermal antiaging using “dual‐acting” (2 for 1) plant‐based peptides, hormones, and cannabinoids

13 citations , May 2021 in “FASEB bioAdvances”

This review discusses plant-based alternatives to retinoids for dermal antiaging and hair health, highlighting roles for cytokinins and phytoestrogens and reports no new results.

research Topical and Systemic Therapies in Melasma: A Systematic Review

10 citations , October 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

In this study, the researchers highlighted the availability of new topical and systemic agents with varied mechanisms for treatment, emphasizing that the choice of agent should be tailored to individual needs and the options available in different countries.

research Use of topical clascoterone for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa

10 citations , April 2023 in “JAAD Case Reports”

This article discusses the challenges in treating hidradenitis suppurativa, highlighting that adalimumab is currently the only FDA-approved treatment, and reports no clinical results.

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community Topicals for sensitive scalp (+sed derm)

9 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about finding a gentle topical treatment for a sensitive scalp with seborrheic dermatitis. Suggestions include using Trichosol/Trichofoam-based topical finasteride/minoxidil, which is considered gentle on the scalp.

community topicals after microneedling cause burning sensation

1 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling followed by applying green tea caused a burning sensation on the scalp. The user is seeking advice on whether this reaction is normal.

community Should topicals be massaged thoroughly into the scalp ?

4 upvotes 2 years ago

Topicals like minoxidil and finasteride should reach the scalp, but excessive massaging can cause hair to fall out. The evaporation felt is likely the carrier substances like alcohol or propylene glycol.

community Topical Finasteride dose doubts

1 week ago

A user is considering using a topical compound of 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, concerned about side effects experienced with oral finasteride. Other users suggest starting with a lower concentration and possibly diluting the solution to minimize side effects.

community Topical fin min - 2 months regrowth

69 upvotes 1 month ago

A 33-year-old man using topical finasteride 0.25%, minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral for hair regrowth reports noticeable progress after 50 days, with plans to add microneedling. He experienced initial side effects with finasteride, which later subsided, and hopes to restore his crown for a potential hair transplant.

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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.