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research Biotin beware: Perils of biotin supplementation: Response to: “The epidemiology, impact, and diagnosis of micronutrient nutritional dermatoses. Part 2: B-complex vitamins”

1 citations , February 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.

research Controversies of micronutrients supplementation in hair loss

February 2024 in “Cosmoderma”

Micronutrient supplements for hair loss may not help and could be harmful without proven deficiencies.

research A study of micronutrient levels in premature canities in children

January 2022 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology”

Children with early graying hair might have lower levels of certain nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and Vitamin B12.

Oral Supplementation with L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens, Cucurbita Pepo, and Pygeum Africanum in Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study

research Oral Supplementation with l-Cystine, Serenoa repens, Cucurbita pepo, and Pygeum africanum in Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study

July 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders”

The supplement significantly improves hair density and appearance in people with hair loss.

research Supplementation and hair growth: A retrospective chart review of patients with alopecia and laboratory abnormalities

3 citations , August 2022 in “JAAD international”

Taking a daily multivitamin may be enough to promote hair growth in people with alopecia.

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community Turning werewolf yet losing ground in scalp

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes oral and topical Minoxidil, dermarolling, Keto shampoo, multivitamins, Biotin, oils, protein intake, and water. Another user suggested adding finasteride and continuing the routine for 6-12 months.

community Reminder : Biotin is useless (expect if you are really deficient, and you're not)

in Chat 102 upvotes 4 years ago

Biotin supplements are not effective for hair loss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hair loss in healthy individuals.

community 25 Years old. 3 Months on Fin/Min, plus Hair & Nail Vitamins.

in Progress Pictures 379 upvotes 2 years ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.

community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

in Research/Science 186 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

in Chat 247 upvotes 4 years ago

There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.

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