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research Effects of Visible Light on the Skin^†

195 citations , January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology”

This review discusses the effects of visible light on human skin, highlighting its role in pigmentation, thermal damage, and the treatment of several skin conditions, while noting limited sunscreen protection against it; no new clinical results are reported.

Mental Health in Visible Skin Disorders: Assessing Anxiety and Depression in Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata Patients Compared to Healthy Peers

research Mental Health in Visible Skin Disorders: Assessing Anxiety and Depression in vitiligo and alopecia areata patients compared to Healthy Peers

August 2025 in “Libyan Medical Journal”

This study found that patients with vitiligo or alopecia areata have higher levels of anxiety and depression compared to healthy individuals, though no significant differences were observed between the two patient groups, highlighting the psychological impact of these dermatological conditions.

research The effects of narrowbands of visible light upon some skin disorders: a review

17 citations , December 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This review discusses the effectiveness of non-thermal, non-ablative devices like light-emitting diodes in treating various skin and hair conditions but reports no new clinical findings.

research Skin and scalp under exposure to high-energy visible light: the current perspective

2 citations , March 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

HEV light can harm or help skin and scalp, so safe exposure guidelines are needed.

research Laser Treatment of Skin Texture and Fine Line Etching

3 citations , May 2011 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America”

This article reviews the causes and treatments of fine rhytids, highlighting the potential effectiveness of laser rejuvenation therapies but presents no new clinical results.

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community I've seen this story around social media, and was surprised when I actually read it that the miracle cure in this case was exosome therapy, which I've previously tried for hairloss with little luck.

226 upvotes 2 months ago

Exosome therapy showed promising results for burn recovery but was less effective for hair loss. The conversation highlights skepticism about the visible results due to makeup and discusses the complexity of treating hair compared to skin.

community Skin Aging and Minox

5 upvotes 11 years ago

The conversation is about concerns over skin aging from using minoxidil for hair loss, with the user planning to use a minimal amount to avoid side effects. Other users suggest that overuse may cause temporary skin dryness but not actual aging, and emphasize proper application.

community So does oral minoxidil age your skin or not

43 upvotes 2 years ago

Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.

community Topical Metformin for Hair Transplant donor area skin/hair regeneration?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical Metformin shows potential for regenerating hair follicles and minimizing scarring in hair transplant donor areas, similar to Verteporfin but without its side effects. The discussion suggests considering Metformin for post-hair transplant care, though more human trials are needed.

community How to treat skin when using minoxidil?

6 upvotes 6 years ago

Minoxidil may cause skin issues like wrinkles and dark undereyes, possibly due to alcohol content. Alternatives include collagen supplements, vitamin C, and skincare products; some users prefer finasteride for hair loss without these side effects.

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learn Rapamycin

Are there any visible side effects when using rapamycin cream or serum on the scalp? Visible side effects may include skin irritation or redness when using rapamycin on the scalp.

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learn Stem Cell Factor

When should you expect visible hair improvement from stem cell factor treatments? Visible hair improvement from stem cell factor treatments may take several months.

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learn Hair Transplant

Will there be visible scarring after a hair transplant? Hair transplants can leave scars, but FUE typically results in minimal, nearly invisible ones.

learn Pyrilutamide

How long does it take to see visible results when using pyrilutamide topically? No published trial reports when pyrilutamide users first notice a change; its sponsor's studies measured results at 24 weeks, and all of those figures come from company announcements rather than peer-reviewed papers. Pyrilutamide is an unapproved experimental compound.

learn Procyanidin

How long should Procyanidin be used before seeing visible improvements in hair volume or density? The two published human trials of 1% topical procyanidin B-2 measured results at four and six months, so any visible change would take at least that long. Both were small, industry-run studies in men only, and procyanidin is not an approved hair-loss treatment.

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