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research Prevention of Impending Scalp Necrosis by Topical Nitroglycerin in Hair Transplant Surgery
Topical nitroglycerin spray effectively prevents scalp necrosis in hair transplant patients.
research Chemical Agents and Peptides Affect Hair Growth
Certain chemicals and peptides can promote hair growth or prevent baldness.
research Review of Pharmacological Effects of Myrtus Communis L. and Its Active Constituents
Myrtle has various health benefits and potential for medicine development.
research Facial Hair Enhancement With Minoxidil—An Off-Label Use
Minoxidil can help increase facial hair growth.
research Topical Minoxidil for Hair Growth in Alopecia Areata and Androgenetica
Minoxidil promotes hair regrowth, but more research needed for effectiveness and response factors.
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5 / 118 resultscommunity Exploring Bryan Johnson's Hair Routine In Detail
Bryan Johnson uses a custom hair loss treatment that includes topical finasteride, minoxidil, azelaic acid, diclofenac, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, ginkgo biloba, biotin, and melatonin, which have shown varying degrees of effectiveness with minimal side effects. He also undergoes PRP and laser therapy, and has tried dutasteride mesotherapy.
community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)
The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.
community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
community Vinpocetine and topical Minoxidil
A 25-year-old is using vinpocetine to enhance the absorption of topical Minoxidil for hair loss. They also use a hair tonic and supplement with Glycine, Taurine, Creatine, and Citrulline.
community Scalp slapping to increase blood flow?
This post and conversation are about using scalp slapping to increase blood flow for hair growth. One user suggests using minoxidil instead.