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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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research Efficacy, safety and dose response of STS01, a topical controlled release nanoparticle formulation (dithranol/Prosilic), in adults with mild to moderate patchy alopecia areata: A randomised, double-blind, multicentre, phase 2 trial
STS01 1% effectively promotes hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
research Advances in Nanotechnology-Based Topical Delivery Systems for Skincare Applications
Nanotechnology in skincare improves ingredient stability, skin penetration, and controlled release for better cosmetic solutions.
research Topical and transdermal lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles (LPN): an integration in advancing dermatological treatments
Lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles show promise for skin treatments but need better formulation strategies.
research Nanoparticles for Topical Application in the Treatment of Skin Dysfunctions—An Overview of Dermo-Cosmetic and Dermatological Products
Nanoparticles improve skin treatment but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
research Preparation and characterization of dutasteride-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers coated with stearic acid-chitosan oligomer for topical delivery
The new dutasteride formula can be applied to the skin, may promote hair growth, and has fewer side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
community Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
community Breezula Phase III 12-Month Data Released by Cosmo Pharma
Clascoterone 5% topical solution is effective and safe for long-term use in treating male pattern hair loss. Cosmo Pharma aims for EU and US approval, with a potential US release in late 2027 or early 2028.
community Massive study on finasteride side effects released
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.
community Has anyone seen the data on this 539% boost breakthrough?
Topical Clascoterone showed a 539% improvement in hair count compared to placebo, but its effectiveness and safety are debated. Users compared it to minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed opinions on its potential release in 2026 or 2027.