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Hey guys, in this post, we are going to talk about Topical DHT and its application on facial bones during puberty to enhance androgenic development. This topic is surrounded by misconceptions and is often mocked on this forum. Hopefully, I will clear these misconceptions and convince you that DHT gel is the best (and safest) looksmaxing tool outside of heightmaxing for those of us in puberty.
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Introduction:
As looksmaxers during the pubertal window, our goals should be:
Topical DHT is a unique and effective solution that can provide targeted and extremely powerful androgenic effects exactly where we want them.
The evidence:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10619192/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/andr.13016
While human data on aesthetics is limited, the biology makes sense—DHT-sensitive tissues remain responsive during late puberty, especially under the influence of growth hormone (HGH) and IGF-1.
Potential systemic absorption: why it's unlikely and not a problem anyway:
You might find this counterintuitive at first, but we are not actually relying on testosterone for our goals of androgenicity. Since we are already blocking estrogen (with an AI) and boosting GH and IGF-1 (with HGH), the temporary suppression of testosterone (which would normally be aromatized into estrogen and potentially fuse growth plates) is not only non-problematic, it may actually help preserve your height potential.
Remember: our goal during puberty is strictly to maximize androgenicity and height. Post-puberty, we will shift towards a different protocol focused on muscle hypertrophy like Test and Masteron.
Anyway, if you want to minimize systemic absorption, you should make sure to apply to a limited surface area, avoid application to broken or irritated skin, and use cream-based formulations for slower absorption.
Comparing Topical DHT to other androgenic interventions:
DHT gel is the only option that offers local androgenic stimulation with minimal estrogenic or anabolic consequences, making it uniquely positioned for facial development during puberty.
The protocol:
a) cream vs. gel:
Creams (typically 5-10% DHT) are more ideal than gels (2.5-5%) because they are gentler and have a slower absorption. The only caveat is that they take longer to dry.
b) application sites:
c) timing:
1-2x daily: morning or evening.
Apply after cleansing on dry skin
Wait for it to dry before applying other skincare
THOROUGHLY WASH YOUR HANDS
Conclusion:
Topical DHT gel is a scientifically justified, mechanistically sound, and strategically promising option for those pursuing facial masculinization, voice deepening, and selective androgenic enhancement during puberty. Compared to systemic steroids or testosterone, it offers targeted tissue activation without the estrogenic drawbacks.
When used correctly, it supports jaw, chin, and throat development, can help reduce pubertal gynecomastia, and poses no risk of systemic suppression or height loss (especially with estrogen blockade).
Final notes (important):
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Introduction:
As looksmaxers during the pubertal window, our goals should be:
- Maximize height with HGH + AI (water)
- Softmax and gymmax (more water)
- Maximize androgenicity without sacrificing height gains: a more difficult and controversial topic.
- It is the main driver for the development of male secondary traits, such as brow ridge, jawline, cheekbones, voice deepening, and libido….
- It is 2-3x more androgenic than testosterone and does not aromatize.
Topical DHT is a unique and effective solution that can provide targeted and extremely powerful androgenic effects exactly where we want them.
The evidence:
- Pediatric endocrinology has used topical DHT gel (e.g., Andractim) in small doses to treat micropenis and pubertal delays—with strong local effect and minimal systemic interference at low doses.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10619192/
- FTM transgender case studies show localized DHT application leads to clitoral enlargement, suggesting direct tissue growth at application sites.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/andr.13016
While human data on aesthetics is limited, the biology makes sense—DHT-sensitive tissues remain responsive during late puberty, especially under the influence of growth hormone (HGH) and IGF-1.
Potential systemic absorption: why it's unlikely and not a problem anyway:
- Topical DHT can enter the bloodstream, mainly when applied to large surface areas or thin skin.
- In studies of older men using 50mg/day Andractim, serum testosterone was suppressed by up to 40–50% over time.
- Small-area facial or laryngeal use (10–20mg/day) will likely result in drastically less systemic absorption.
You might find this counterintuitive at first, but we are not actually relying on testosterone for our goals of androgenicity. Since we are already blocking estrogen (with an AI) and boosting GH and IGF-1 (with HGH), the temporary suppression of testosterone (which would normally be aromatized into estrogen and potentially fuse growth plates) is not only non-problematic, it may actually help preserve your height potential.
Remember: our goal during puberty is strictly to maximize androgenicity and height. Post-puberty, we will shift towards a different protocol focused on muscle hypertrophy like Test and Masteron.
Anyway, if you want to minimize systemic absorption, you should make sure to apply to a limited surface area, avoid application to broken or irritated skin, and use cream-based formulations for slower absorption.
Comparing Topical DHT to other androgenic interventions:
- Proviron: doesn’t aromatize, works systemically, and has little to no natural T suppression. It is best used for systemic androgen support.
- Testosterone: aromatizes, works systemically, and has strong natural T suppression. It is best used post-puberty for its broad anabolic and androgenic benefits.
- Masteron / DHT analogs: doesn’t aromatize, works systemically, strong natural T suppression. Best used for post-puberty dimorphism.
DHT gel is the only option that offers local androgenic stimulation with minimal estrogenic or anabolic consequences, making it uniquely positioned for facial development during puberty.
The protocol:
a) cream vs. gel:
Creams (typically 5-10% DHT) are more ideal than gels (2.5-5%) because they are gentler and have a slower absorption. The only caveat is that they take longer to dry.
b) application sites:
- Jawline & Ramus: Apply from the chin to the angle of the mandible
- Chin: Apply to increase projection
- Cheekbones: Over the zygomatic arch (light layer, watch out for the eye area)
- Brow Ridge: This is optional. It is a slower-growing area that settles earlier in development and is less malleable.
- Throat / Larynx: Over Adam’s apple to support voice deepening
- Nipples (Gyno treatment): Apply directly to the areola and surrounding gland
c) timing:
1-2x daily: morning or evening.
Apply after cleansing on dry skin
Wait for it to dry before applying other skincare
THOROUGHLY WASH YOUR HANDS
Conclusion:
Topical DHT gel is a scientifically justified, mechanistically sound, and strategically promising option for those pursuing facial masculinization, voice deepening, and selective androgenic enhancement during puberty. Compared to systemic steroids or testosterone, it offers targeted tissue activation without the estrogenic drawbacks.
When used correctly, it supports jaw, chin, and throat development, can help reduce pubertal gynecomastia, and poses no risk of systemic suppression or height loss (especially with estrogen blockade).
Final notes (important):
- DHT gel or cream should be paired with HGH and an AI for a complete puberty-maxing stack.
- MK-677 is optional, I use it.
- It can be complemented with Proviron (25mg) for systemic androgenic tone; I use it. You can check out my thread on Proviron here: https://looksmax.org/threads/high-effort-proviron-a-deep-dive-into-the-most-underrated-and-safest-pubertymaxxing-compound-youngcels-gtfih.1356880/
- Make sure to use 2% ketoconazole shampoo 3x/week for DHT-related scalp protection, and if you are more prone to balding, consider RU58841. Do not take Finasteride or Dutasteride until after puberty because they directly go against everything we are trying to accomplish in our androgenic puberty.
Tagging some people:
@MyDreamIsToBe183CM @chadisbeingmade @halloweed @Clavicular @Jonas2k7 @org3cel.RR @The Homelander @Cyrus @enchanted_elixir @Corpuscula @Newday*V3 @wastedspermcel @HandsomeHustler @Osie @TrueRamirez @Zagro @playxiing @2marc1 @Angutoid @TitusA @Fusionxz @Sociobiology