TLDR Darker skin in 10-year-old girls may be an early sign of puberty.
The study of 289 Polish children aged 7-10 years found a significant increase in skin pigmentation as an early sign of puberty, particularly in girls, with intensified differences at age 10. This change in skin pigmentation appeared to precede the pubertal growth spurt and menarche, while hair pigmentation did not show a similar change.
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February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research”
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
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November 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings”
Hair color is determined by different melanins and changes with age.
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October 2004 in “Experimental dermatology”
Hormones like testosterone affect skin functions and can cause skin issues when in excess; treatments to manage these effects are only somewhat effective.
The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.
Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
User started balding at 16 and began treatment at 18, using RU58841, minoxidil, derma rolling, and peptides. After 6 months, they experienced significant hair regrowth and are happy with the results.
A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.
A 16-year-old has been using microneedling, rosemary oil, coconut oil and egg mask, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, and supplements for hair loss and is asking if there's progress. It's suggested to replace some oils with minoxidil, continue saw palmetto, and possibly start finasteride at 18.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone, with a focus on their effects on hair regrowth and gender transition. The original poster shares their personal experience with these treatments, emphasizing that estradiol and spironolactone should not be used by those who want to maintain a masculine appearance.
