Using topical vitamin D, does it make sense?
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    💧 Calcipotriol (topical)
    💧 Vitamin D (topical)
    💧 Minoxidil (topical)
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    Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.
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