Oct 03 - Oct 09, 2005
Topical – Fluridil Updates.
“3.5 months and still going. Im not at a point yet where i can access its efficacy, but i can say that it doesnt cause me any problems other than slight dryness of my hair, and i believe that only became a problem when i started applying it in the morning right after my hair became fully dry out of the shower, and let it sit in all day until the next morning. Otherwise it somehow makes my hair look even better after i apply it. I would say with confidence my hair line has continued to subtly slip back despite its application, but thats pretty expected with any hair loss product.”
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Oct 03 - Oct 09, 2005
Topical – ScalpMed discussion.
“I figured minox was their main ingredient because the commercial says it's main ingredient is the most powerful FDA approved ingredient to regrow hair.”
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Sep 26 - Oct 02, 2005
Topical / Reference – Liposomes vs traditional delivery mechanisms.
“A liposome has the same basic structure as a cell's membrane(fatty acids). This means that once in touch with a membrane it "melts" with it introducing its content inside the cell. So the medicine is not wasted but gets cleanly inside the cell and thus is a much better approach to just put in the skin surface and hope it will get inside somehow. In addition as it doesn't contain anything that can irritate the skin it has more benefits over alcohol-based products.”
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Sep 26 - Oct 02, 2005
Topical / Reference – Modulation of hair growth with small molecule agonists of the hedgehog signaling pathway.
“These results suggest that the topical application of Hh-agonist could be effective in treating conditions of decreased proliferation and aberrant follicular cycling in the scalp including androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss).”
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Sep 12 - Sep 18, 2005
Topical – Genistil-R updates
“I have been using the normal Genistil for 2 months once a day on the frontal hairline. My impression is that it is not as effective as a androgen receptor (AR) blocker like spironolactone.”
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Aug 29 - Sep 04, 2005
Topical / Reference – Curis Hedgehog Signaling
Hedgehog Agonists Modulate Hair Growth; Preclinical Data Published in The Journal of Investigational Dermatology
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Aug 29 - Sep 04, 2005
Topical – Alpecin (coffee) testimonials
I have been using Alpecin Shampoo and After Shampoo Liquid for about 2.5 months. I was having a pretty good shed and it stopped it immediately. Without question it has made my vellus hair at the temple/hairline go termial. I have tried everything to make these hairs go terminal and I think this is finally doing the trick. I'm not sure about any regrowth yet because its very difficult to tell if the terminal hairs are coming in are all from the vellus I had or are simply new. I am finally on my way from a NW 2 to a NW 1. This is terrific news!
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Aug 29 - Sep 04, 2005
Topical – Copper Peptide discussion.
“There is a lot of study behing Dr. Pickarts work...it was once (about 10 years ago) though to be the cure, or at least blow minox away, and the early studies did, granted what was released (trichomin) was alot weaker then what was to go to FDA trials, but there is solid science behind this...it is an SOD with major backing.”
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Aug 22 - Aug 28, 2005
Topical – Scalp Scripts Coenzyme 12% Hair Therapy
“Scientifically proven to stimulate new hair growth due in large part to its high percentage of panthenol and cysteine, a keratin protein which is in and of itself the basic protein found in human hair. This highly concentrated preparation for home treatments contains biotin, Dexpanthenol, two vitamins, cysteine, cystine, methionine, and amino acids which are found in the hair shaft.”
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Aug 22 - Aug 28, 2005
Topical – Shampoo discussion.
A lengthy discussion about shampoos, especially NANO shampoo.
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Aug 22 - Aug 28, 2005
Topical – Fluridil vs Revivogen discussion.
“I've been using eucapil for 2 months, and I am generally pleased, however I don't read of too many people using it, rather, I read about revivogen, should I switch?”
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Aug 08 - Aug 14, 2005
Topical / Reference – TB4 related licensing agreement?
“Panacea Biotec in-licenses novel technology from NIH for hair growth.”
”A peptide based technology for alopecia management from the National Institute of Health, USA. The patent protected technology for actin- binding peptide(s)/poly peptide(s) stimulates hair growth and regenerates lost hair follicles. The ability of hair follicles to constantly renew is ensured by the presence of the multipotent stem cell. This peptide(s) appears to stimulate multipotent stem cells at the `bulge region.”
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Aug 08 - Aug 14, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil alternative
“Maybe procyanidins..like those in Poly-Gro and even Revivogen..??
You could be allergic to pg or something else, even the alcohol. http://www.elsomresearch.com makes theirs w/out those two ingredients. See their Formulator for gse and apple peel extract for the pro's. Also Rooibos is another good alternative IMO. “
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Aug 01 - Aug 07, 2005
Topical – NanoAdeno Discussions.
“It is a cream. The cream has darkened over the last thirty days, so a week ago, I started to store it in the refridgerator. The scent of licorice, once so strong when I first opened the bottle, is now much weaker. The product is soothing to the skin. It disappears into the scalp (or into the hair) within about 45 minutes, although the hair itself looks like it needs shampooing later.”
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Aug 01 - Aug 07, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil, self compounded formula worth a try?
“One bottle of Rogaine 5% contains 3000 milligrams (3 grams) of pure minoxidil. Loniten (minoxidil) tablets are usually sold in 10 milligram (active ingredient) tablets. It takes 3000/10 = 300 Loniten (minoxidil) tablets to make a bottle of 5% solution.”
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Aug 01 - Aug 07, 2005
Topical – Follicare discussions.
“I sent Follicare my testimonial for those of you who have followed my story . They called me and asked me to read them my testimony over the phone, the gentleman said they will record 5 and 10 second sound bites for my testimony to play on the radio ads. They were very impressed with the before and after pics i sent and will use them on their website.”
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Aug 01 - Aug 07, 2005
Topical / Drugs – Rogaine & Propecia testimonials.
“Rogaine 5% & Propecia for only 2 months = RESULTS, but stopped Propecia, now start back up?”
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Jul 25 - Jul 31, 2005
Topical – 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA), new product from Cosmo Oil in Japan
Cosmo Oil Co., Ltd. and Dr. Yoshiyasu Ito (Part-time lecturer at Department of Dermatology, National Defense Medical College, and Director of Daikanyama Derm-Plastic Clinic), announces that they have agreed to jointly pursue commercialization and business development of a hair growth stimulant containing 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) as an active ingredient.
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Jul 25 - Jul 31, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil opinions.
Minoxidil was and is a high blood pressure medication (in pill form called Loniten). Minoxidil was found to grow hair only after it had been on the market as a high blood pressure medication for many years. Very little of the minox applied TOPICALLY will be absorbed into the bloodstream and it should have little, if any, systemic effects (rapid, irregular heart rate, etc.). Minox does not interfere in any way with DHT. Studies suggest that very little of the topically-applied minoxidil actually penetrates the skin - even less likely is penetration to the point of absorption into the bloodstream.
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Jul 25 - Jul 31, 2005
Topical – Fluridil testimonials.
Right away I noticed a cosmetic improvement in my hair, in that it appears to have some sort of cosmetic hair thickner, probably not unlike any of the commecial products you can buy in any drugstore. I got somehow the same results with Triaxon which I used for years. It made my hair look and feel better, it made it look thicker and healthier, but it did not "grow" hair, and so far the jury is still out on eucapil.
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Jul 18 - Jul 24, 2005
Topical – Fluridil testimonials, Dr. Dut
Some of you may know that a 18months ago I withdrew my personal backing of fin and dut because of side effect issues. I moved over to Fluridil.  I am now in the sad position to be withdrawing my personal backing for this product too. My concerns are not with efficacy, but with the issue of systemic absorption.
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Jul 18 - Jul 24, 2005
Topical – Fluridil Side Effects?
I have been using fluridil for the last 9months with decent results. In the last 2 months i have also been experiencing numbness, muscular twitching in my legs, arms and hands. I was thinking it is probably some neurological disease starting but the neurologist said its a neuropathy from something but does not know from what. Is there any chance fluridil could be causing this?
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Jul 11 - Jul 17, 2005
Topical – Super Oxicell ingredients
Active Ingredients:

Glutathione, SOD, Taurine, Cystine, Cysteine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Boswellia, Green tea polyphenols, Vit. B6, Niacin, Vit. E, NAC, Sam-e, Coq10, Alpha lipoic acid, Bayberry, Bitter Kola, Blue Gumtree, Riboflavin, Ashwagandha root, NADH, FADH2, ATP, Zinc, Sodium Chloride, Astragalus root, Juniper Berries, Brazillian Cress, Arnica, Fluoric Acid, Olive, Sweet Chestnut, Agrimony, Willow, Aspen, Gorse, Holly, Copper, Phosphorus, MAnganese, Selenium, Germanium.
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Jul 11 - Jul 17, 2005
Topical – Fred102 answers questions regarding the EHRS conference.
Lengthy answers on questions about finasteride, procyanidin, Applepoly etc.
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Jul 11 - Jul 17, 2005
Topical – Fluridil + Dutasteride results
I use Dutasteride as well as Fluridil. I think that using those two things is the best "one-two punch" we currently have to fight DHT and other hairloss-causing androgens.
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Jul 11 - Jul 17, 2005
Topical – Lion Develops Innovative Retardant for Male Hair Loss
Ingredients: Beta-glycyrrhetinate, piroctone olamine, inh- ibitory,
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Jun 27 - Jul 03, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil results leveling off.
After about 10 years of using Minoxidil, I dont seem to be getting any return or even vellus coverage on the 2% during the day and 5% during the night. When I first starting using it I got a good return - enough to cover a bald spot! But no more. Has anyone else experienced this? - and if so, are there any alternatives with a different kind of topical that one of you gentlemen may have had success with?
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Jun 27 - Jul 03, 2005
Topical – NanoAdeno, first impressions
“Nanoadeno comes in a small brown glass bottle, about the size of a minoxidil bottle, containing 50 grams, which will last fifty days. It cost about seventy dollars, including shipping. The contents are a thick liquid, almost a cream, the color of Ivory dishwashing liquid. The directions say you apply it when your hair is wet. Also they make clear that this is a cosmetic product, not a drug intended to treat or cure any disease.”
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Jun 20 - Jun 26, 2005
Topical – Finasteride, topical formula.
“I've used 2 5mg Fincar (Proscar) pills mixed w/Minox. since March. My results are good and encourging. I also take 1.25mg of Fincar daily. I use this mix once/day some times twice, some times I forget or don't have time to apply it. My hair is thicker and between my thick hairs I have developed vellus hair that probably have always been there.”
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Jun 20 - Jun 26, 2005
Topical – NanoAdeno, by Fred102
"We are running some accelerated stabilization testing on the batch for
oxidation and physical stability and by Thursday evening we will finish
the testing process. If you start taking orders Friday, we'll be able to start
processing them Monday." So on Friday you can order nanoadeno from http://www.nanoadeno.com”
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Jun 13 - Jun 19, 2005
Topical – Procede warning & testimonials.
“Procede contains thioglycolic acid - the main ingredient of the hair remover Veet. Mostly used in perms. It will remove some weaker hairs like Veet does and it will straighten stronger hairs.“
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Jun 13 - Jun 19, 2005
Topical – Fluridil testimonials
I have used Eucapil (Fluridil) for 9 months now (3 times a supply of 3 boxes) and my conclusions thus far are:
- Halting of further loss
- Improving and thickening up of existing hair
- Filling up of the crown area that has started thinning a bit
- Growth of short hairs at the hairline, they are getting longer and longer (which indicates that further loss has stopped)
- Growth of many vellus hair at the temple region
- No irritation at all
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Jun 13 - Jun 19, 2005
Topical – Revivogen testimonials.
“I have been using revivogen for over 9 month now and I am very happy with the results. I honestly dont understand why there are so few positive feed back regarding it (same about 17 a estradiol ). My hair is much thicker due to it and it is the ONLY product that was able to thicken vellus hair which I really gave hope before using revivogen. It is a very effective product.”
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Jun 06 - Jun 12, 2005
Topical – Scalp photos taken with 100x beauty scope.
Magnified scalp photos of Hogan38.
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Jun 06 - Jun 12, 2005
Topical / Reference – Ursolic acid
Ursolic acid has medicinally action, both topically and internally. Ursolic acid is used in many cosmetic preparations for its anti-inflammatory, antitumor and antimicrobial properties. Ursolic acid has antibacterial and antifungal activity.
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Jun 06 - Jun 12, 2005
Topical – Spiro lotion, home made.
Discussion about making a topical spiro formula.
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Jun 06 - Jun 12, 2005
Topical – Mesotherapy
“Mesotherapy is an effective treatment for the prevention of hair loss. Mesotherapy is medicine that is injected directly into the pilar cyst, which is very effective for treatment for hair loss. The injections are made up of nutritive elements that accelerate cell division of the hair roots and boost blood circulation around the hair’s root, and an antiphlogistic agent, which dissolves inflammation around the hair’s root.”
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Jun 06 - Jun 12, 2005
Topical – Procede, Electronic Retailing Self-Regulation Program (“ERSP”) report.
ERSP determined that the studies on ProCede submitted by Youth Enhancement provided a reasonable basis for its core product performance and safety claims but, based upon the omission of comparative data in the case record, it was also recommended that the marketer discontinue its comparative performance claims.
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil, initial shed.
“The first 3 months I suffered a bit of shockloss but since then I have lost very little hair. I was wondering how long does it usually take to see any results?”
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Procede testimonials.
“I certainly don't see any hair regrowth after 48 hours (although they claim you can). I didn't expect to. But I do have that "stubble" feeling where I applied the product. Where the skin was smooth, it is now a bit rough. It does feel like whisker stubble, but I don't really see anything visible. Perhaps it just changed the texture of the skin.”
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Proxiphen testimonials
I tried prescription proxiphen for a year and it didn't do anything. Zippo. Nadda. Just money down the drain. That doesn't mean it won't work for you or anybody else. That was my experience. I had much better success with proscar.
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Fluridil but not shampooing ?
Fluridil seems worth considering but the not being able to shampoo aspect totally kills it for me, but i wondered if anyone ignored that with success?
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical / Drugs – Gunner’s testimonials and photos.
“I’ve been on Dut since Feb 21st and I am around the 3.5 month mark of usage. I can honestly say that my hair has gotten worse since starting this drug. Although I cannot be 100% sure, I feel this has a lot to do with the Dut alone.”
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Bioscor’s testimonials
“There is a branch-serving store in Taiwan,which sells lots of
Bioscor products such as vitamin supplies,lotion,laser treatment and so on..”
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical / Reference – Retinoic Acid induces Catagen by TFG-b2 upregulation in human hair follicles.
Retinoic acid can have adverse effects on human hair follicles. While systemic intake of retinoic acid is able to induce telogen effluvium, topical treatment of human scalp hair follicles with tretinoin may also result in a prolonged anagen phase. Therefore, we have investigated the influence of all-trans retinoic acid (RA) on the growth of human hair follicles in culture.
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May 30 - Jun 05, 2005
Topical – Kerasome testimonials.
“I’ve used it 2 times and really like it. It gives my hair more of a thickness and body I havent had in years. My only complaint is the small size and for the cost isnt worth it, now if they increase the size then I will reorder.”
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May 23 - May 29, 2005
Topical – Procede testimonials
“I have tried procede and it seems that it is nothing more than a very serious acid peel. The area on my temple areas where I applied it became very red almost like a very bad sunburn and then precipitated a peel and a healing. That area on my forehead and temples is still somewhat red after 4 days. “
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May 23 - May 29, 2005
Topical / Reference – Anti-inflammatory agents.
A recap of some of the earlier discussion on anti-inflammatory agents.
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May 16 - May 22, 2005
Topical – Alpecin (caffeine based treatment) testimonials
If inflammation is caused by DHT, then Alpecin must be working on DHT because my inflammation is gone! not reduced , gone!”
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May 16 - May 22, 2005
Topical – Minoxidil, quitting the treatment.
“I've only been applying it to my temples and the area between my receded temples to maintain the hair there. I quit a week ago and I've experiences NO shed at all......yet.”
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May 16 - May 22, 2005
Topical / Reference – Stress, new patent designed to target stress induced hair loss.
“One of the factors which has been suspected for some time of causing premature catagen of the hair follicle which, in the scalp region, may manifest itself in the form of alopecia or effluvium, giving rise to hair loss, is stress.”
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May 09 - May 15, 2005
Topical – Alcohol, more evidence that this is a bad idea.
“Some people say that there's nothing to worry about with using topicals based on alcohol. Here's an example of chronic ethanol administration inducing IL-1 and TNF-a and adversely affecting bone growth. Given that minoxidil is less effective for those with follicular inflammation, it's possible that adding ethanol has adverse effects on the immune systems of those with preexisting inflammation.”
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May 09 - May 15, 2005
Topical – Procede discussion.
More follow up discussions about Procede, a topical product that is widely publicized on late night infomercials citing results in as little as 48 hours with every 90 day application.
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May 09 - May 15, 2005
Topical – Genistil testimonials
“I am on my 3rd bottle of Genistil from lipoxidil.. hairloss in shower have reduce to less then 10 strands of hair, my vellous hair along the hairline have all thicken and grew long...”
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May 09 - May 15, 2005
Topical – Fluridil results.
“My regimen is simple but very effective in the fight against hair loss and somewhat effective in the "regrowth" department.”
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May 02 - May 08, 2005
Topical / Reference – RU 58841-myristate--prodrug development for topical treatment of acne and androgenetic alopecia.
“Acne and androgenetic alopecia are linked to androgen effects and therefore should improve following topical application of antiandrogens. We present a new antiandrogen prodrug, RU 58841-myristate (RUM) for topical therapy.”
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May 02 - May 08, 2005
Topical – Alcohol, heated discussion about its merit in hair loss preparations.
Another informative thread about the merits of alcohol in hair loss preparations as well as a topic on the types of liposomes to use.
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