Try some
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I would alternate between using that and
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I would use about a half and half mix of Nizoral 1% and another shampoo I use called
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From Wikipedia:
Salicylic acid works as a keratolytic, comedolytic, and bacteriostatic agent, causing the cells of the epidermis to shed more readily, opening clogged pores and neutralizing bacteria within, preventing pores from clogging up again by constricting pore diameter, and allowing room for new cell growth
A keratolytic causes the skin to cells to regenerate themselves and is used to prevent clogged pores on the scalp. A comedolytic keeps the hair follicles from being clogged with excess Keratin (skin debris), so it helps the hair follicles to stay strong and continue to grow. Then, of course, a bacteriostatic prevents bacteria from growing on the scalp. This kind of thing is what you normally see in dandruff or other hair conditions, but AAS are known to turn bacteria into a "super bacteria" of sorts, which is what causes some of the more serious acne you see, and can also lead to hair loss as pores on the scalp can get clogged.
The use of anabolic steroids stimulates the growth of Propionibacterium acnes, which increases the chances of developing acne. Researchers in Iran discovered this and we wrote about it recently. But having dug up an old study done by the dermatologist Csaba Kiraly did in 1988, we reckon this is not the whole story. That study suggests that steroids use changes Propionibacterium acnes from ordinary pimple bacteria into rampant acne bacteria.
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There are some other good ingredients in Everclean like tea tree oil, which is a natural antibiotic and antiseptic, Vitamin A, pine tar, and just a bunch of other good ingredients that helps keep the scalp clear and clean of debris, acne, skin buildup, and etc.
If you don't want to spend the money on the Everclean, you can get some
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Finally, if you want to add even more anti-DHT boosting you can add a topical Azelaic Acid, B6, Zinc (along with some other vitamins and compounds to help it absorb through the skin) and was shown in studies to help block 5AR on the hairline
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This is the brand I recommend:
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Just a note if you buy this stuff, when I first started using it, it comes with a little eye dropper made of glass and about the 2nd or 3rd time I used it, the eye dropper fell right out and shattered all over my bathroom floor, so I would recommend using an oral syringe instead. It's easier to measure and easier to apply.
They also sell a topical spironolactone cream, which is a serious anti-androgen and you can apply to your scalp to totally block any and all androgens from getting to the hair follicles. This is what I recommend and use:
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Unfortunately, it's a cream and not a liquid so it's a little hard to apply.
Toren who turned me on to it, recommended cutting it with some aloe vera gel to help the bottle last a little longer since it's pricey stuff. I would much rather prefer a liquid dropper to apply it so I could get it direct on the scalp, and if anyone knows anyone who sells liquid spironolactone without a prescription, please let me know.
The whole idea of using all this stuff is to block DHT and other androgens right from the scalp and hairline, but not to regrow any lost hair if you have any. If you're trying to regrow hair, you'll need to use some different methods. You can also use an oral product like
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Hope that helps,
pogue
