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herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
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research Contact cooling of the skin
Skin can be cooled quickly and safely during laser treatments to protect it without affecting deeper layers.
research Results of scalp cooling during anthracycline containing chemotherapy depend on scalp skin temperature
Cooler scalp temperatures during chemotherapy may prevent hair loss.
research 269 Scalp cooling for chemotherapy-induced alopecia in skin of color patients: An interventional study
Scalp cooling may be less effective for women of color on certain chemotherapy treatments.
research Extended theory of selective photothermolysis: A new recipe for hair cooking?
Permanent hair removal is hard, but using longer laser pulses at lower power might improve results.
research Management of Skin Toxicities in Cancer Treatment: An Australian/New Zealand Perspective
Preventing and managing skin issues from cancer treatment is crucial, especially in high UV areas like Australia and New Zealand.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair progress since starting fin&min
A 35-year-old shared progress in hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil foam, noting reduced hair fall and no side effects. They use Kirkland minoxidil from Costco nightly and finasteride from a dermatologist, with additional use of rosemary water for a cooling sensation.
community Has anyone had any real success combining oils such as peppermint, rosemary, castor, etc.?
The conversation is about someone using minoxidil, low-dose aspirin, and LLLT for hair loss, finding microneedling painful, considering topical finasteride, and feeling frustrated enough to think about shaving their head. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of combining oils like peppermint, rosemary, and castor for hair loss treatment.
community Why isn’t Topical Dutasteride the “Gold Standard”?
Topical dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss but lacks FDA approval and research, leading to less use. Users report varying effectiveness and side effects, with some preferring oral treatments.
community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !!UPDATES¡¡¡
A user experimented with applying hot water to their scalp to potentially stimulate hair growth, noting reduced dandruff but uncertain hair loss results. They started this method due to side effects from minoxidil and are considering taking a break to observe changes.
community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?
Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.