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    GlossaryAcne Scars

    result of inflamed acne lesions damaging skin tissue

    Acne scars, also known as post-acne scars, are the result of inflammation within the dermal layer of skin brought on by acne. When the acne pore swells, it causes a breakdown in the wall of the pore, leading to the formation of scars. These scars can manifest as depressions (atrophic scars) or raised areas (hypertrophic scars) on the skin, and they often require specialized treatments such as laser therapy, chemical peels, or microneedling to improve their appearance.

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      community Is microneedling still worth it if I’m on oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      Microneedling may still be beneficial for those on oral minoxidil due to its effects on tissue repair and blood flow, not just absorption. Some users report mixed results, and the effectiveness of combining microneedling with oral treatments remains debated.

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      in Treatment  256 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

      in Progress Pictures  620 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.