4 citations,
May 2020 in “Medicine in Drug Discovery”
The study developed a method to detect minoxidil and its sulfate form, found that minoxidil sulfate is temperature-sensitive, and identified a way to potentially increase its stability for hair loss treatment.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
A 21 year old male who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months to treat hair loss, and others sharing their experiences with the same treatments.
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.
Microneedling's effectiveness for hair regrowth is debated, with mixed results from studies. Some believe it helps with blood flow and scalp health, while others see it as largely ineffective.
User shared before-and-after photos showing significant hair regrowth after using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice daily, and Nizoral 2% weekly for almost a year. The user noticed more defined and darkening regrown hairs, indicating a new hairline.