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DHT Antagonist
Products
that inhibit 5-alpha reductase, an enzyme that
converts testosterone to DHT. DHT stands for
dehydrotestosterone which many believe is the main
cause for androgenetic alopecia.
 Crinagen
(5% azelaic acid + zinc + B6 + Grape Seed Extract et
al) - azelaic acid can effect up to 90% DHT inhibition
according to a study reported in the British Journal
of Dermatology.
Vendor: Dr. Razack
Azelaic
Acid - some studies suggested that this
agent can be highly effective in inhibiting DHT on
skin.
Vendor: HairMedics | Dr. Razack
Hair Growth Stimulant
Products that many believe will stimulate
existing hair growth. Some products work by enhancing
cells and vascular proliferation while others may
prolong the anagen phase of hair cycle.
Retin
A - Studies have shown that Retin-A alone
can result in moderate hair growth in some patients.
Retin-A is mostly used in conjunction with minoxidil
as this compound seems to be able to enhance the
penetration and absorption of minoxidil by altering
the follicular epithelium.
Vendor: HairMedics | Dr. Klein
Minoxidil
Basic 2% - 6% - #1 selling hair loss product
in the world. The only topical lotion approved by the
FDA for treating hair loss.
Vendor: HairMedics | Dr. Klein
Super
Strength Minoxidil 12% - #1 selling hair
loss product in the world now available in high
potency concentration of 12%.
Vendor: Dr. Klein
Propylene
Glycol Free Minoxidil - #1 selling hair loss
product in the world now available in a propylene
glycol free formula for people with sensitive
scalp.
Vendor: Dr. Klein
Minoxidil
with Corticosteroid - #1 selling hair loss product
in the world now available with small concentration of
corticosteroid, an anti-itch, anti-inflammatory agent
that can alleviate scalp irritations such as
scalp itch, flakes and redness commonly associated
with topical minoxidil.
Vendor: Dr. Klein
Minoxidil-Retin-A
combo - Studies have shown that the potency and
efficacy of minoxidil can be enhanced when used in
conjunction with Retin-A.
Vendor: HairMedics | Dr. Klein
Minoxidil-Finasteride
combo - Probably the most synergistically ideal
solution for hairloss. Minoxidil works as a hair
regrowth stimulant while 5-alpha reductase inhibitor
finasteride is known to halt further hairloss.
Targeting hairloss at both angles.
Vendor: HairMedics
Minoxidil-Azelaic
Acid combo - DHT is commonly suggested to be the
main cause for hairloss. Studies have shown that
azelaic acid may function as an DHT inhibitor and may
work synergistically together with minoxidil to
stimulate hair regrowth while halting further hairloss.
Vendor:
HairMedics
Minoxidil
with Azelaic Acid, Zinc, B6 & Grape Seed Extract
combo - a multi-modal approach to treating
hairloss by combining minoxidil and azelaic acid with
various supplements that are known to be beneficial
for stimulating hair growth while reducing hairloss.
Vendor:
HairMedics
Minoxidil
with Nicotinate - Nicotinate is a blood vessels
dilator. This additive when used in conjunction with
minoxidil may enhance the penetration and potency of
minoxidil.
Vendor:
HairMedics
Minoxidil
with Progesterone - Progesterone is a female
hormone added in very small quantities to neutralize
the local action of DHT. Not a lot of studies on the
effect of topical progesterone on hairloss but some
people think this may be beneficial for women pattern
baldness.
Vendor:
HairMedics
Anti-inflammatory
Inflammation
such as seborrhoeic dermatitis is one of the most
common causes for hair loss. Scalp inflammation can
also be caused by long term use of propylene glycol
and alcohol based products such as topical minoxidil.
Emu Oil
- nature's anti-inflammatory agent for hair, skin and
scalp with potential for enhancing hair growth.
Vendor: HairMedics
Nizoral
Shampoo - 2% ketoconazole is the world's #1
prescribed compound for dandruff and other scalp
inflammatory conditions.
Vendor: HairMedics
Betnovate
- Betamethasone Valerate 0.1%. Indicated for psoriasis
and seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp..
Vendor: HairMedics
Dermovate
- Clobetasol propionate 0.05%. Indicated for severe
dermatitis of the scalp.
Vendor: HairMedics
Diprosalic
- a unique formula that combines two effective agents
for scalp dermatitis and psoriasis. 0.05%
Bethamethasone and 2% salicylic acid. Indicated for
the relief of the inflammatory reactions of the scalp
in seborrhoea and psoriasis.
Vendor: HairMedics
Tea Tree
Oil - Anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial topical
agent. Gentle for the scalp and yet strong enough to
kill ringworm, head lice and even stubborn bacteria
such as staphylococcus.
Vendor:
Dr. Razack
Androgen Receptor Blocker
These compounds block the pathway of
androgens by competitively binding to androgen
receptor sites in cells and tissues and thereby
inhibiting the harmful effects of androgens on hair
cells. Most of these products are experimental in
nature.
Fluridil/
Eucapil - a new topical antiandrogen designed
specifically for androgenetic alopecia that works by
suppressing the androgen receptors in the skin.
Vendor: Inter-Pharma
Spironolactone
- Recent studies have shown that topical
spironolactone can act as an antiandrogen in human
sebaceous glands, competing with DHT receptors and
producing a decrease of labeled DHT.
Cyproterone
Acetate - Recent studies have shown that topically
applied cyproterone acetate in combination with
liposomes are as effective as oral antiandrogen
medication while reducing the risk of adverse effects.
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