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    Glossary18-Methyleicosanoic Acid

    fatty acid crucial for hair's water-repelling outer layer

    18-Methyleicosanoic Acid (18-MEA) is a fatty acid that is a key component of the outermost layer of human hair. It helps to provide hair with its hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties, which protect the hair shaft from damage and maintain its natural shine and smoothness.

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      community 18 months of oral Minoxidil, 5 months of Finasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  934 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months and Finasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.

      community 18 month crown update progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  416 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth using a routine of minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massage, and Nizoral. They are considering adding red light therapy and PRP to their regimen.

      community 18 month hairline progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  820 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user's 18-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, microneedling, and scalp massage. They share their routine and discuss treatment effectiveness and photo order confusion.
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      community 18 Months Minoxidil 5% Before & After

      in Progress Pictures  518 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user used Minoxidil 5% for 18 months, seeing improved hair density but no change in the crown area. They are cautious about using Finasteride again due to past gynecomastia.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.