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Understanding Evidence Quality | How Hair Loss Companies Cheat Clinical Trials

Sep 6, 2023Sep 7, 2023 by Rob EnglishLeave a comment

In the hair loss industry, the phrase “science-backed” no longer means anything. Due to broad legal definitions of “hair loss” and “hair growth”, marketers have uncovered a repeatable way to manipulate their clinical trial designs to nearly guarantee good results for products that, on balance, probably won’t do much at all. They do this by: … Read more…

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Fluridil: A Topical That Regrows Hair, Without Side Effects? (Scientific Deep-Dive)

Mar 6, 2023Sep 13, 2023 by Rob EnglishLeave a comment

Fluridil: Scientific Deep-Dive Fluridil, otherwise known as topilutamide (or by the brand name Eucapil) is a topical medication that has been tested as a treatment for both androgenetic hair loss and hirsutism (excess facial hair growth in women). In 2021, the patent for fluridil expired, however, there have been no generic fluridil treatments that have … Read more…

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I Am Experiencing Side Effects From Topical Minoxidil. What Should I Do?

Nov 24, 2022Feb 21, 2023 by Rob EnglishLeave a comment

I Am Experiencing Side Effects From Minoxidil. What Should I Do? If experiencing side effects from minoxidil, it’s best to speak with the prescribing physician as soon as possible to discuss next steps. Discontinuing use, however, is not the only option. There are strategies to reduce minoxidil’s side effects (while still benefiting from the drug) … Read more…

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Parts of the Scalp: A Guide to the Anatomy, Mechanics, and New Treatment Possibilities

May 19, 2022Oct 3, 2022 by Rob English3 Comments

If you’re experiencing hair loss, and you’re searching for a solution to help regrow hair, you’ve likely read several articles that reference different parts of the scalp. But what would you say if you were asked where on your scalp you’re losing hair? And how well do you understand the various parts of the scalp … Read more…

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Mature Hairline vs Receding: How to Tell the Difference

Apr 10, 2022Feb 15, 2023 by Rob English1 Comment

To some extent, every hairline is unique. But there are identifiable hairline patterns, primarily based on age, gender and genetics. As men age, their hairline will typically recede a bit, known as ‘maturing.’ While this can understandably make men nervous, it’s not always a sign of male pattern balding. In this post, we’ll review the … Read more…

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The Microbiome and Hair Loss: A Scientific Review [2021]

Feb 23, 2021Oct 3, 2022 by Rob English6 Comments

Can the bacteria inside of our guts affect hair loss? It’s possible. Studies now link changes to our gut bacteria (i.e., the microbiome) to hair loss disorders such as alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, and maybe even androgenic alopecia (pattern hair loss). In this article, we’ll dive into the science surrounding the microbiome, its connections to … Read more…

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Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Nov 17, 2020Sep 30, 2022 by Rob English4 Comments

Apple cider vinegar for hair growth? My failed experiment Ten years ago, I decided to start rubbing apple cider vinegar (ACV) into my bald spot every night. Why? I’d read on a hair loss forum that ACV was a powerful health tonic – and that its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory properties might help regrow hair. My experiment … Read more…

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Alopecia Areata: Causes, Treatments, & Why It’s Reversible | 2020 Review

Jul 14, 2020Sep 30, 2022 by Rob EnglishLeave a comment

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune form of hair loss that affects 2% of people worldwide. If you’re dealing with alopecia areata, the burden of hair loss often feels overwhelming – as the condition can progress rapidly, inexplicably, and without regard. Fortunately, alopecia areata is treatable. In many cases, it’s also reversible. The first step toward … Read more…

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Scarring Alopecias: What Makes Them Unique (And Reversible)

Jul 2, 2020Sep 30, 2022 by Rob English7 Comments

Scarring alopecias make up about 7% of patients seen in hair loss clinics. This means almost 1 in 10 hair loss cases are attributed to scarring alopecia. In this article, we’ll outline what scarring alopecias are, what makes them unique, and why they might develop. Then we’ll uncover why this classification of hair loss – … Read more…

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Diffuse Thinning: Causes, Implications, And Steps For Regrowth (See Photos)

Jan 10, 2020Sep 30, 2022 by Rob English33 Comments

A complete guide to diffuse hair loss Diffuse thinning isn’t a type of hair loss. Rather, it’s a term used to describe the appearance of someone’s hair loss. When someone has diffuse hair loss, it means that they’re experiencing a decrease in hair density across the entire scalp. Many people first notice diffuse thinning as … Read more…

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Understanding Evidence Quality | How Hair Loss Companies Cheat Clinical Trials

Fluridil: A Topical That Regrows Hair, Without Side Effects? (Scientific Deep-Dive)

I Am Experiencing Side Effects From Topical Minoxidil. What Should I Do?

Parts of the Scalp: A Guide to the Anatomy, Mechanics, and New Treatment Possibilities

Mature Hairline vs Receding: How to Tell the Difference

The Microbiome and Hair Loss: A Scientific Review [2021]

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Alopecia Areata: Causes, Treatments, & Why It’s Reversible | 2020 Review

Scarring Alopecias: What Makes Them Unique (And Reversible)

Diffuse Thinning: Causes, Implications, And Steps For Regrowth (See Photos)

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