microneedle, any long term users damage?
    Microneedling 5/25/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Microneedling →

    Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles

    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 microneedling (topical) 2 to 4 times a month 5-10 years
    💊 finasteride (oral)
    💧 minoxidil (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with effective results.

    Other terms

    Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.
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      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment plan involving finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, GHK-CU injections, Nizoral shampoo, and RU58841. The user is advised to start with a simpler regimen to minimize side effects and assess effectiveness before adding more treatments.

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      research Is skin microneedling a good alternative method of various skin defects removal

      23 citations , September 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      This article explains that skin microneedling promotes skin regeneration by creating microinjuries, which stimulate collagen and elastin production, making it effective for treating various skin issues with high effectiveness, limited side effects, and a short recovery time.

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      6 citations , July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses”
      This abstract does not provide research results or a summary of findings, but only lists author affiliations and contact information.

      research Princípios ativos e procedimentos na Alopecia Androgenética

      February 2021
      This review found that various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma, combined with supplements, showed positive responses in combating androgenetic alopecia. The study specifically highlighted finasteride's effectiveness in increasing hair growth, with different dosages yielding notable improvements in both men and pre-menopausal women.

      research Microneedling for the treatment of hair loss?

      58 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      This review highlights that microneedling shows some promise for improving hair growth in alopecia, particularly when used with other treatments, though more research is needed to establish its efficacy and protocols.

      research Microneedling and Platelet‐Rich Plasma (PRP)

      1 citations , March 2021
      This chapter reviews the combined use of platelet-rich plasma and microneedling for cosmetic enhancement but reports no clinical results; the authors highlight existing uses and suggest potential synergistic benefits in dermatology.

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: update on Etiology, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Treatment

      March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and drug research”
      In this review, the authors explored current and novel treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting both FDA-approved pharmacologic treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and various non-pharmacologic and surgical methods, including hair transplantation and scalp micro-pigmentation.