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    GlossaryOily Skin

    overproduction of sebum by sebaceous glands causing shiny appearance

    Oily skin, also known as seborrheic skin, is characterized by an overproduction of sebum, the skin's natural oil, by the sebaceous glands. This excess oil can lead to a shiny appearance, enlarged pores, and a higher propensity for acne and other skin blemishes. Managing oily skin often involves using specific skincare products that help control sebum production and maintain a balanced skin environment.

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      community Hair Loss and Oily Skin: Blocking DHT Helps

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Lowering DHT can improve skin quality and reduce scalp issues. Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth and improving skin texture, while dutasteride may increase oiliness and shedding for some users.

      community How to stop flaky skin from Minoxidil (no foam)?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can cause flaky skin, and users suggest using ketoconazole 2% shampoo three times a week and a pH-balanced shampoo on other days to help manage it. Argan oil was considered but may leave hair oily.

      community Does anyone here take isotretinoin to make their scalp less oily?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 5 days ago
      The conversation discusses using isotretinoin (Accutane) to reduce scalp oiliness and manage scalp issues like seborrheic dermatitis, inflammation, and chronic itch. A user shares that taking 20mg of Accutane every other day effectively reduces oily hair and skin.

      community 8 months on dut and just keep shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.