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research Atomistic Characterization of Healthy and Damaged Hair Surfaces: A Molecular Dynamics Study of Fatty Acids on Protein Layer
Replenishing free 18-MEA can help restore damaged hair surfaces.
research Degradation of Hair Surface: Importance of 18-MEA and Epicuticle
18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
research Biomimetics Through Bioconjugation of 16-Methylheptadecanoic Acid to Damaged Hair for Hair Barrier Recovery
16-MHA can restore the barrier and moisture of damaged hair, making it similar to undamaged hair.
research Deposition of 18-MEA onto Damaged Hair to Form a Persistent Hydrophobicity
18-MEA and SPDA can restore damaged hair's smoothness and reduce frizz.
research Investigation of the Damage on the Outermost Hair Surface Using ToF-SIMS and XPS
Bleaching hair causes significant damage by breaking down proteins and fatty acids.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 18 M on fin 0.25 mg for 4months
An 18-year-old male has been taking oral finasteride 0.25 mg daily for almost four months to address hairline recession, experiencing mild sexual side effects like softer erections and lower libido. He also uses Tugain 5%, ketoconazole, and vitamins, noticing slowed shedding but no major regrowth, and seeks advice on managing side effects and hair loss.
community 18 months of 1mg fin and 2.5mg oral min daily no luck
The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for 18 months without success in treating hair loss. They are frustrated with their diffuse androgenetic alopecia and unsure of what to do next.
community 18 y/o starting Minoxidil + Finasteride — questions about effectiveness, tretinoin, and dosing
An 18-year-old is considering starting Minoxidil and Finasteride for early hair thinning and seeks advice on their effectiveness and dosing. Minoxidil can work alone, but combining it with Finasteride is effective; starting Finasteride at 1 mg daily is recommended, with potential dose adjustments if side effects occur.
community 18-month process using finasteride + minoxidil once per day
The user experienced hair regrowth using oral finasteride and minoxidil once per day over 18 months, with noticeable improvements starting around month five. They reported no side effects from finasteride and found oral treatment more effective than topical.
community 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains
Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.