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    group of marine plants with brown pigment fucoxanthin

    Brown algae, also known as Phaeophyceae, are a group of marine plants that include species like kelp and seaweed. They are characterized by their brownish color, which comes from the pigment fucoxanthin, and play a crucial role in marine ecosystems by providing habitat and food for various marine organisms.

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      community losing hair as a female 17-18 years old feels terrible

      in Female  15 upvotes   4 years ago
      A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hair loss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.

      community Is it time for my 3-Year Old Nephew to get on Fin & Min? ๐Ÿ˜“

      in Satire  517 upvotes   1 year ago
      Hair loss in a 3-year-old, with various treatments discussed such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841 and biotin supplementation. Some people suggested shaving the head and growing a beard or getting a partial hairpiece instead of attempting to treat it.

      community 19 | 4-5 months Fin & Min update

      in Progress Pictures   2 years ago
      A user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 4-5 months with 5000 IU of vitamin D daily to treat their hair loss, resulting in impressive progress. Other users have given advice about adding Vitamin K2 to the regimen.

      community Reminder how little the average person knows about hair loss

      in Satire  647 upvotes   1 year ago
      How little the average person knows about hair loss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.

      community I have been battling hair loss for 20 years, feel free to ask me anything

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes   1 year ago
      A user's 20 year journey with hair loss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.

      community To all my thinning homies - use hair dye!!

      in Styling  51 upvotes   11 months ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that dying the hair can be an effective method for managing hair loss, particularly for those with diffuse thinning.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes   2 months ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community Was she on Fin & Min? Crazy genetics I guess

      in Satire  93 upvotes   5 months ago
      The conversation is about a 60-year-old woman with no grey hair and good hair condition, leading to jokes about her using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, despite being dead for 3500 years. Some commenters speculate on genetics and the absence of hair loss conditions.

      community Father has decent amount of hair but im balding ?

      in Chat  15 upvotes   6 months ago
      A user is concerned about male pattern baldness despite their father having hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist and considering finasteride or dutasteride, as natural methods are ineffective.

      community New company working on grey hair reversal

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes   11 months ago
      A conversation about hair loss and the desire for treatments to reverse balding and grey hair. The conversation mentions the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) for hair growth and the potential for it to darken grey hair. Finasteride (Fin) is also mentioned as a treatment that turned someone's blonde hair brunette.

      community Is there a big difference between name brand and cheaper hair fibres?

      in Product  1 upvotes   1 year ago
      A user is comparing the effectiveness and ingredients of name-brand hair fibers (Nanogen) versus cheaper generic options found on eBay. They are concerned about the presence of sodium chloride in the generic product and seek opinions on whether there is a significant difference in quality.

      community 8.5 month transplant + meds update - 2,689 grafts

      in Transplants  379 upvotes   1 year ago
      Ibrox1972 shared an 8.5-month update on their 2,689-graft hair transplant by Dr. Raghu Reddy in London, along with using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users praised the natural-looking results and discussed the importance of choosing a skilled doctor.

      community Hairfibers: Toppik vs Boldify vs Surethik?

      in Product  6 upvotes   1 year ago
      User discovered hair fibers, tried Toppik but concerned about ingredients. Considering Boldify (cotton-based, cheaper) and Surethik (keratin-based) as better options.

      community Starting oral finasteride today - could use your encouragement!

      in Chat  50 upvotes   2 years ago
      The user started oral finasteride to improve hair regrowth, especially in the crown area, after only seeing some maintenance and regrowth with a regimen of micro-needling, topical Dutasteride, and Rogaine. They were initially concerned about side effects but decided to proceed after research and consultations.

      community Results at 15ish months for a 46 year old.

      in Update  6 upvotes   2 years ago
      A 46-year-old shared their successful hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and head massages with lavender and peppermint oil, with noticeable improvement and no significant side effects except for darker eyelashes. They encourage others to try these treatments.

      community I found the solution for the Minox dandruff problem

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes   3 years ago
      A user found a solution for Minoxidil-induced dandruff by using a custom NRF 11.121 mixture from a local pharmacy, which includes ingredients like Isopropyl palmitate and Cremophor RH 40. This formulation prevents dryness and allows better penetration when using hair shaders.

      community Concealers are you friend

      in Advice  6 upvotes   5 years ago
      User discusses hair loss and treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Concealers like dermamatch help improve appearance of hair thickness.

      community 6 months progress (minox and keto only)

      in Female  192 upvotes   5 years ago
      A female user's six-month progress with only minoxidil and ketoconazole, including their experiences before and after using the treatments. They also discussed the differences between male and female hair loss and suggested that meds may offer more progress, though some results can be had without them.

      community This subreddit saves a lot of people from unnecessary worries

      in Chat  167 upvotes   1 month ago
      The conversation is about the positive impact of a subreddit on hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. Users express gratitude for the shared experiences and progress, which provide hope and reduce worries about hair loss.

      community 16M. before vs after 2 and a half months in between

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes   2 months ago
      A 16-year-old is asking if their hair situation has improved after using rosemary oil, rosemary water, derma rolling, and ketoconazole, and is considering starting Minoxidil. Replies comment on the user's hairiness and high DHT levels.

      community 31/M Indian. 6 month progress photos

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes   2 months ago
      A 31-year-old Indian man shared his 6-month hair loss progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, showing noticeable improvement. Replies were positive, noting thicker hair and a better hairline.

      community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum

      in Treatment  7 upvotes   3 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.