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    GlossaryBrittle Hair

    hair that is dry, frizzy, and prone to breakage

    Brittle hair, also known as fragile or weak hair, refers to hair that is dry, frizzy, and prone to breakage. This condition can result from various factors, including excessive heat styling, chemical treatments, environmental stressors, and nutritional deficiencies. Brittle hair lacks moisture and elasticity, making it more susceptible to damage and split ends.

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      community Itchy/Sore scalp with hair loss M(28).

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, itching, soreness, and numbness on the scalp, with symptoms including dry, brittle hair and scalp irritation. Treatments tried include Nizoral, salt water, various oils, and antihistamines, with limited success; a chemist suggested a possible fungal infection, while a doctor suspected male pattern baldness.

      community Help with female pattern baldness

      in Female  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

      community Dutasteride 6 months - Should I quit or wait more?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, and vitamin D, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.

      community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

      in Chat  318 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community 6 months progress pics with FIN and MIN

      in Progress Pictures  58 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports positive hair regrowth after 6 months using finasteride, minoxidil, occasional derma rolling, and weekly ketoconazole shampoo. Other users encourage the progress and share their own experiences with finasteride.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Switch to Dut??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      Considering a switch from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, and the use of minoxidil as a last resort due to its effects on hair texture.

      community Leaving Ketoconazole Shampoo on for Longer

      in Ketoconazole  15 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about using Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with users discussing leaving it on the scalp for longer periods. Some users report benefits for dandruff, but there's uncertainty about its effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community Fin is working; I’m just now noticing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no side effects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of side effects.

      community Redensyl (The Ordinary Serum)

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 4 years ago
      Redensyl, a hair loss treatment that has been claimed to be 80% more effective than minoxidil, but users have not experienced any results from using it.

      community Scalp care on procapil and procyanidin b2 hair serum

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      User uses Indian hair serum with procapil and procyanidin b2, stopped minoxidil due to allergies. Seeks advice on hair wash techniques and products for shoulder-length hair and scalp care while using hair growth serums.

      community Are permanent hair gains even possible?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 6 days ago
      Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hair loss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community Best Shampoo Recommendations!!

      in Product  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is seeking shampoo recommendations for thinning hair that doesn't cause dryness or brittleness. Another user suggests Pura D'or, noting it makes their hair feel better despite thinning, but mentions no shampoo will help with hair loss.

      community 17M 4 Month Update (Old Threads On Profile)

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 17-year-old male has experienced significant hair loss within 4 months, noticing scalp visibility constantly. He's used ketoconazole shampoo, and his dermatologist recommends minoxidil and finasteride when he turns 18, but he's considering shaving his head due to the rapid hair loss.

      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1440 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Fermented Rice Water ..... ???

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hair loss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.

      community Does anyone have any experience with Stemoxydine?

      in Product  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      Using Stemoxydine, a hair growth promoter, in conjunction with Fin and Minoxidil to help counter shedding induced by the latter two treatments. Another user also shared their experience of using Stemoxydine for three months along with dermastamp.

      community Is ketoconazole shampoo bullshit?

      in Ketoconazole  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. The conclusion is that ketoconazole shampoo can help with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but it is not a strong enough treatment to stop or regrow hair. It is recommended to use it as an adjunct treatment along with finasteride or dutasteride.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  550 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.
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