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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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herb and oil with stimulant, circulatory, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
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research UV Light May Induce Hypertrichosis Through Production of Prostaglandin E2
UV light might cause excessive hair growth by increasing PGE2 in the skin.
research Determining the Secondary Role of UV Light in Swimmers' Melanoma Genesis
Hydrogen peroxide is the main risk factor for melanoma in swimmers, not UV light.
research Ultraviolet Light-Enhanced Visualization of Cutaneous Signs of Carotene and Vitamin A Dietary Deficiency
UV light makes skin signs of lack of carotene and vitamin A more visible.
research Highlighting Nuances of Blue Light Phototherapy: Mechanisms and Safety Considerations
Blue light therapy is safe for skin and may protect against UV radiation.
research Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp
UV light causes skin color loss in bald areas; wear a cap and use sunscreen.
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5 / 67 resultscommunity Does pyri/kx826 degrade in exposure to bathroom light?
The conversation discusses concerns about RU58841 degrading when exposed to light and transferring pyri to a dark glass bottle to prevent this. The user keeps the pyri out for only two minutes before storing it in a dark place.
community Sunlight: Does it Stimulate Hair Growth or Hair Loss?
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
community Closing in on one year on Min+Fin
User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pills daily, along with vitamin D3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.
community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.