research Effect of Rubbing on the Distribution of Topically Applied Drugs into the Hair Follicles
Rubbing increases drug absorption through hair follicles.
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5 / 1000+ results research Targeted skin delivery of topically applied drugs by optimised formulation design
Optimized formulations with specific ingredients can significantly improve skin delivery of topical drugs.
research Drug Delivery with Topically Applied Nanoparticles: Science Fiction or Reality?
Nanoparticles show promise for drug delivery through hair follicles but not through healthy skin.
research The In Vitro Use of the Hair Follicle Closure Technique to Study the Follicular and Percutaneous Permeation of Topically Applied Drugs
Hair follicles significantly affect the skin absorption of some drugs.
research Minoxidil topical treatment may be more efficient if applied on damp scalp in comparison with dry scalp
Minoxidil works better when applied on a damp scalp than a dry one.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied
Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.
community Haircafe - TOPICAL minoxidil is an anti aging drug
Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.
community Even if the new drugs succeed, how are we gonna apply so many topicals?
New hair loss treatments like GT20029, Clascoterone, and PP405 are being discussed, with concerns about how to apply multiple topicals alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include creating a routine, mixing treatments, or minimizing redundancy in treatment stacks.
community Topical Finasteride: Update
A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hair shedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.
community Started Hims Topical Finasteride/Minoxidil cocktail early June. These are my results so far
User applied Hims topical finasteride/minoxidil cocktail nightly, with weekly oil massages and ketoconazole shampoo. They also use vitamin D and biotin occasionally.
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