Retin-A
| Hairloss Treatment Type | Endocrine and metabolic treatment (Proper cell function and growth) |
|---|---|
| Availability | Prescription |
| Notes | Retin-A is a prescription drug used for the treatment of several skin conditions. It is one of the most effective drugs in the treatment of acne. Clinical trials showed a side effect of some hair regrowth. Many doctors claim that when used in conjunction with Rogaine/Minoxidil, it increases the effectiveness over minodil alone 10% or more. One of the ways Retin-A works is by ensuring proper functioning of the sebaceous glands. The sebaceous glands produce sebum on the scalp. Sebum contains DHT which is then reabsorbed intot he hair follicles to do further damage. Proper moderation of the sebaceous glands tand their production of sebum can help control skin scalp DHT levels, preventing androgen related hairloss. Retin-A also functions to promote scell growth and ensure the proper functioning of other parts of skin cells. |
| Claimed Results | None. |
| Observed Results | Usually vastly increases the effectiveness of minoxidil. One doctor has compared 2% minoxidil combined with Retin-A to 5% minoxidil. |
| Clinical Results | Several clinical trials have verified Retin-A works for hairloss, especially combined with Minoxidil. |
| Testing | Well tested. |
| Safety/Side Effects | Primary side effect is scalp irritation, which generally goes away with time. If irritation persists, you probably need to go to a lower strength of Retin-A. 0.025% is the typical strength for hairloss. Strengths above 0.05% are not recommended. |
| Gender | Either. |
| Typical Cost | $20-30 for a typical tube. Can be bought precombined with minoxidil with a prescription. |
| Where you can get it | 4rx |
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- Effects of Retin-A used with 0.5% Minoxidil (Rogaine)
- Effects of Retin-A on sebaceous glands
- Study of Retin-A promoting proper functioning of sebaceous glands
- A new study showing Retinaldehyde is as effective as Retin-A at lower doses>
- A new study showing Retinol has the same effects as Retin-A without the irritation
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