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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The effect of various cosmetic pretreatments on protecting hair from thermal damage by hot flat ironing.
Polymeric pretreatments can significantly reduce hair breakage and damage from hot flat irons.
research Comparing Protective Pre-treatments for African Hair
Plant oils and polymers can help protect African hair from damage during styling.
research Examining polyquaternium polymers deposition on human excised hair fibers
Certain polymers can stick to hair and increase volume, working best at a pH of 7 to 9.
research Recent studies on the delivery of hydrophilic drugs in nanoparticulate systems
Nanoparticulate systems improve drug delivery by controlling release, protecting drugs, changing absorption and distribution, and concentrating drugs in targeted areas.
research Percutaneous drug delivery to the hair follicle
Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
community Hairloss progress photos: Dp you think this is a good position?
A 33-year-old experienced hairline improvement using finasteride and minoxidil, later stopping minoxidil while continuing ketoconazole shampoo. Initial side effects included shedding, reduced libido, and anxiety, but these resolved, leading to a full hairline recovery.
community Me on 5 milligrams of Finasteride, off label oral Min, a $3000 red light therapy cap, experimental Russian drugs, and three Turkish hair transplants watching a 60 year old homeless man with a perfect hairline smoke crack
The conversation humorously discusses the unfairness of hair loss, highlighting various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, red light therapy, and experimental drugs, while contrasting with people who have great hair despite unhealthy lifestyles. The original poster mentions experiencing side effects from switching to oral finasteride.
community Topical Finasteride that doesn’t go systematic is the cure
Topical finasteride that doesn't penetrate the skin could potentially treat hair loss without side effects. Current challenges include finding a formulation that remains on the scalp without increasing blood levels.
community Chromosome 20’s balding effects and why fin likely isn’t working for some.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hair loss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hair loss to tailor treatment effectively.