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Oral Finasteride Before and After: Real Case Studies
By Perfect Hair Health Team
Nov 13, 2025

Oral Finasteride Before and After: Real Case Studies

Oral finasteride remains the gold-standard treatment for male pattern hair loss, with decades of data showing consistent improvement in density and prevention of further thinning. However, dramatic online regrowth photos can lead to unrealistic expectations. In your regrowth journey, it’s important ...
Does Topical Finasteride Work?
By Sarah King, PhD
Nov 13, 2025

Does Topical Finasteride Work?

Topical finasteride is quickly emerging as a compelling alternative to oral finasteride for treating androgenic alopecia, promising similar hair regrowth with significantly fewer systemic side effects. But does topical finasteride work? In this article, we break down how topical finasteride works, h...
Women: Is Topical Minoxidil Safe While Trying to Conceive?
By Michael Williams, PhD
Nov 12, 2025

Women: Is Topical Minoxidil Safe While Trying to Conceive?

Topical minoxidil is the most widely used treatment for female hair loss, but is it safe when trying to conceive? Here’s what current research says about fertility, pregnancy, and reproductive risks.

Men: Is Topical Minoxidil Safe While Trying to Conceive?
By Michael Williams, PhD
Nov 12, 2025

Men: Is Topical Minoxidil Safe While Trying to Conceive?

Many men use topical minoxidil to combat hair loss, but is it safe to continue while trying to conceive? Curious how the science stacks up and what experts actually recommend? Explore our evidence-based review to learn the facts about topical minoxidil and male fertility....
Finasteride and Dry Eye Disease: Is There A Connection?
By Michael Williams, PhD
Nov 12, 2025

Finasteride and Dry Eye Disease: Is There A Connection?

Finasteride is a well-established treatment for hair loss, but some reports suggest it may contribute to dry eye disease. This article examines how finasteride’s hormonal effects may impact tear production, reviews current research findings, and provides practical steps for managing or preventing ey...
5 Ways to Prevent Hair Loss While Taking Testosterone
By Perfect Hair Health Team
Nov 11, 2025

5 Ways to Prevent Hair Loss While Taking Testosterone

Testosterone replacement therapy can transform energy, mood, and libido, but it often comes with an unwelcome side effect: accelerated hair loss. This guide breaks down the science of how TRT ramps up DHT and outlines five evidence-based strategies to protect your hair without sacrificing hormonal b...
Best Topical Dutasteride: 8 Choices for 2025
By Perfect Hair Health Team
Nov 11, 2025

Best Topical Dutasteride: 8 Choices for 2025

Topical dutasteride is emerging as a powerful next-generation option for treating hair loss. This expert-reviewed guide ranks the 8 best topical dutasteride treatments, comparing strength, safety, and customization, to help you find the most effective DHT-blocking solution for your needs. From Ulo’s...
Best Topical Finasteride: 5 Top Products of 2025
By Perfect Hair Health Team
Nov 10, 2025

Best Topical Finasteride: 5 Top Products of 2025

Topical finasteride is exploding in popularity, but not all formulas are created equal. This guide breaks down the 5 best topical finasteride treatments on the market, comparing strength, safety, customization, and real-world value. From ultra-tailored prescriptions like Ulo to big telehealth brands...
Minoxidil Side Effects: Everything You Need To Know
By Sarah King, PhD
Nov 8, 2025

Minoxidil Side Effects: Everything You Need To Know

Minoxidil is an FDA-approved treatment for androgenic alopecia, but its use can come with side effects – from mild scalp irritation to cardiovascular risks. This comprehensive guide assess common and rare side effects from topical minoxidil and oral minoxidil – along with mitigation strategies....
Parts of the Scalp: A Guide to the Anatomy, Mechanics, and New Treatment Possibilities
By Perfect Hair Health Team
Nov 8, 2025

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

This article takes a detailed tour of scalp anatomy – the regions of the scalp, the muscles, the arteries, the nerves, and the scalp layers. Then we’ll explore the evidence supporting a possible connection between relaxed muscles, scalp mechanics, and hair growth.

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