Dr.Lee's hair loss myths & facts.

[kevinme]

HairLossTalk.com.com
SHEDDING: When Propecia enters the system, the sudden removal of DHT from the follicles can sometimes shock a large number of follicles to enter into the resting phase at the same time…frequently known as the "shedding sh*ts"... If you are shedding, this means you are responding to the treatment.

Dr Lee
Myth: Shedding is an indication that Propecia is working
It is not normal for Propecia to cause shedding at any time during its use. Binding the type 2 5-alpha reductase does not cause a shift from anagen to telogen, so no shedding would be expected to occur. If shedding does occur, it is not a sign that finasteride is working.

So what explanation DOES dr.lee have for an increased shedding during fina?

 

[Axon]

Remember: it's the propene glycol that keeps your hair greasy, not Minoxidil.

This is true, but the PPG also is a vechile for absorbtion and it keeps the minoxidil solution in an 'wet' state longer so the minoxidil has longer to absorb ??

I am just guessing all this, I am sure Dr Lee knows what he is doing, but I am curious as to if his fast drying time impact on efficacy.

Not really. minoxidil absorbs into your skin quickly in the sense that you can feel it. But other than that, it's the PPG sticking to your hair.

 

[Old Baldy]

I think Dr. Lee was referring to systemic absorption when he said 1.4 percent is absorbed.

http://www.inhousedrugstore.com/hair-lo ... ation.html