How to Use Topical Finasteride
If you’ve just been prescribed topical finasteride to treat your pattern balding, you may be confused about the best way to apply your treatment. Don’t panic, we’re here to help. Here are some of t...
Finasteride After Hair Transplant
You may be wondering you still need to take finasteride after undergoing a surgical hair transplant. In general, it's highly recommended that you continue to take finasteride to slow down the thinn...
Does Red Light Therapy Work for Hair Loss?
Laser technology has countless applications in medicine and specifically dermatology. In addition to being beneficial to skin, there’s some evidence that red light therapy (also called low level la...
Dutasteride and finasteride are both effective medications for pattern hair loss. But it can be difficult to know which of the two is right for you. There are a few things that require consideratio...
Learn what a trichologist does, how they can help with hair and scalp concerns, and when to see one instead of a dermatologist. This guide covers their role, treatments, and how they work alongside...
Some natural ingredients are known to have DHT-blocking properties, but are these actually effective treatment options for hair loss? We delve into some natural DHT blockers and hear from Dr. Han, ...
The timeline for hair regrowth on finasteride can vary from person to person, but we've created a general timeline with some example photos, to give you a general guide of what to expect.
Do you have questions about XYON's dutasteride dosage? Join us as we explain how we landed on our dutasteride dosage and the differences between oral and topical dutasteride.
Join us as we delve into questions related to our minoxidil tablets.
The Importance of Dutasteride Treatment Adherence
Join us as we explain why treatment adherence is so important when taking dutasteride, including valuable insight from XYON's medical director and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Christina Han.
It can be tricky to decide which variation of finasteride to take for your hair loss. So we've created a guide for you, answering all of your questions about finasteride and helping you to figure o...
Does XYON's Topical Finasteride Contain Alcohol?
Join us as we explain two types of alcohol-based ingredients you might come across in your topical hair loss medication, and explain why XYON chose to include caprylyl glycol in our topical formula...
Does Finasteride Cause Depression?
There have been reports of depression linked to finasteride and it's a known risk you have to weigh up when considering starting medication. But why is it a risk and is there anything you can do to...
Growth factors are small fragments of proteins which can directly contribute to the hair growth cycle, promoting healthy thicker hair growth. We're going to look at which growth factors you should ...
The Advantages of Using Minoxidil While Taking Finasteride
Finasteride and minoxidil are both approved medications for hair loss and the idea of combining the two medications could be the most effective solution for hair loss. We're going to explore this t...
Caffeine is a natural stimulant and it's the compound that gives you that extra boost after a cup of coffee, but it could also be beneficial for your hair. Join us as we explain what caffeine can d...
When Is the Best Time to Start Hair Loss Treatment?
Many patients ask us when the best time to start hair loss treatment is. But what if we told you that the answer is actually more complicated than just age? In this article, we'll address some of t...
Using Ketoconazole and DHT Blocking Shampoo For Hair Loss
Ketoconazole shampoo is a popular shampoo used to treat and manage dandruff, but more recently it's been recognized as potentially useful for hair loss. Join us as we explore whether ketoconazole s...
Rogaine® is the brand name for the popular over-the-counter medication for hair loss. But does it really work? Join us as we explore whether Rogaine® truly works and explain people might experience...
Microneedling For Hair Loss: Do You Need It?
Microneedling has long been used in the aesthetic space for skin care, but it's more recently gained attention for benefits in hair growth. But does microneedling help with hair loss and is it safe...
How to Make Topical Finasteride
Topical finasteride is a popular treatment for pattern hair loss, but can you make your own solution at home? Join us as we explain why we don't recommend this, including valuable input from Dr.Pim...
Microdosing Finasteride: What Is It? Does It Work?
To minimize the risk of side effects, some people have turned to microdosing finasteride and other hair loss treatments. In fact, reducing absorption of medications into the bloodstream often corre...
Treatment Adherence: The Secret to Great Hair Regrowth Results
Wondering why some people get good results with hair loss treatment and others get great results? The secret might be simpler than you think: following your doctor's instructions and being as consi...
Will Rice Water Grow Your Hair?
You might have heard about the trend of using rice water on your hair to enhance hair growth. But have you ever wondered where this originates from and if it's actually beneficial for hair growth? ...