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protein crucial for skin structure and integrity

Collagen XVII, also known as COL17 or BP180, is a type of protein found in the skin that plays a crucial role in maintaining the structure and integrity of the skin's basement membrane, which separates the outer layer of skin from the underlying layers. It is essential for skin adhesion and wound healing, and its dysfunction can lead to skin blistering diseases such as bullous pemphigoid.

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community Age-linked hair loss caused by disappearing collagen, researchers say

exz 57 upvotes 5 years ago

Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.

community For those of you who are getting facial skin side effects (aging, dark circles) from minoxidil, try this, it helped me.

BoomerPhilosophee in Minoxidil 11 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation provides tips to reduce facial skin side effects from Minoxidil, such as changing pillowcases, sleeping on the back, careful application, hydration, and taking breaks. One reply suggests that alcohol in Minoxidil formulations, not Minoxidil itself, may cause skin aging.

community Wimpole Clinic 1850 grafts (23yo) Dr Malkani

Beautiful-Break543 in Progress Pictures 123 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.

community So does oral minoxidil age your skin or not

Simple_Bass_5869 in Minoxidil 41 upvotes 10 months ago

Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.

community 3 month progress on Topical Minoxidil/Finasteride (Hims), oils, and derma-rolling

janjuana11 in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This user has been using a combination of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, oils, biotin, vitamins D and K, and derma-rolling for 3 months to help reduce hair loss. They have experienced some progress but are still looking for more recommendations from others.

community Minoxidil Eye Bags and Dark Circles

Tiny_Sky_3880 in Minoxidil 23 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil users report dark circles and eye bags. Solutions include water pills, caffeine serum, retinol, and collagen peptides.

community Results on 2 months of Dutasteride 0.5mg + 2.5mg Minoxidil

BunnySlosh in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's results after two months of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil, alongside other treatments such as multivitamins, derma rolling, finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, Pyrithione zinc shampoo, hair vitamins, and rosemary oil. People in the conversation shared encouragement and discussed their own regimens for treating hair loss.

community 18 Months progress, age 32 years , 3 x fin per week, 1x min daily, 1-2 times per week vitamin D and once every 2 weeks nizoral shampoo

unossonu in Progress Pictures 477 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their 18-month hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.

community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

TmdOcclusion in Research/Science 25 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

community Dr Kyle Gillett on topical Dutasteride

samwiseyopka in Finasteride/Dutasteride 56 upvotes 2 years ago

The potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride, as well as other hair loss treatments such as finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and various vitamins. Experiences from users who have used these treatments were shared.

community My Hairline journey. The first photo taken is the day I took the pill. No date specific just know I’ve been on finasteride 22 months. 2 years November 14th. ASK ANYTHING. Oh yeah started minoxidil a year later. Once every day or every other day super inconsistent and never really use 1ml, maybe half

PaytenStephen in Progress Pictures 326 upvotes 2 years ago

. Fin from Inhouse This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.

community Hair loss treatments rated (by gpt-4)

SufficientPackage748 in Research/Science 252 upvotes 1 year ago

Rating treatments for hair loss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.

community To my Afro hair brothers get on that pill!

donnyjoi in Finasteride/Dutasteride 160 upvotes 6 months ago

A user with afro hair recommends finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share similar positive experiences and frustrations with natural remedies.

community Just got a dermastamp, and it is FAR superior to a roller. I’ll never go back.

72012122014 in Microneedling 101 upvotes 11 months ago

A user switched from a 1.5 mm derma roller to an adjustable dermastamp for microneedling to treat hair loss and found it less painful and more effective. Some users prefer different depths and tools like the Dr.Pen for microneedling, while others debate the necessity of depth and tool type.

community This is my 3 year progress. My routine is Finasteride 1 mg a day, Topical Minoxidil 5% twice a day, and Derma Rolling three times a week.

zaysfamous in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

A 3 year progress of using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Derma Rolling for hair loss; it has resulted in considerable improvement.

community Severe hair thinning at 17 years old taking a huge toll on my life..

Extension_Pumpkin103 in Chat 26 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a 17-year-old experiencing severe hair thinning and the advice given is to see a dermatologist or doctor to check for underlying health issues or to start treatment early if it's male pattern baldness.

community 11 months Fin and 4 months microneedling

Cold_Firefighter8997 in Progress Pictures 73 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.

community PCOS hair loss - 6 months of topical minoxidil and dermarolling 0.5mm once a week (as well as biotin gummies)

Morphine_ETF2L in Progress Pictures 46 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in PCOS-related hair loss after six months of using topical minoxidil, dermarolling 0.5mm weekly, and taking biotin gummies. They expressed happiness about the appearance of new baby hairs.

community Sugars ARE important for hair growth | Glycosaminoglycans as Hair Growth Stimulant

noeyys in Research/Science 80 upvotes 6 months ago

Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.

community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

X211499Reddit in Treatment 251 upvotes 6 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 There's a guy called Dr. Berg on YouTube who recommended a bunch of supplements for hair health and preventing hair loss. I wrote them all down. Before I buy, can anyone tell me if anything here is BS?

recordman94 in Question 7 upvotes 5 years ago

A user asked about Dr. Berg's recommended supplements for hair health, including Vitamin C, trace minerals, Omega 3, collagen, silica, B-vitamins, stinging nettle root, B6, B2, copper, and Vitamin D. Responses advised against following Dr. Berg, labeling him a quack, and suggested that only stinging nettle root might help with DHT, while the rest are only beneficial if deficient.

community 2 months topical dutasteride plus minoxidil, very happy with the results!

Methibosheth in Finasteride/Dutasteride 338 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's success in treating their hair loss with 2x daily topical dutasteride and minoxidil, as well as the potential for using less frequent application of topical dutasteride due to its long half-life.

community My experience with rosemary oil

JimmyHP1 in Product 42 upvotes 1 year ago

The user's experience with rosemary oil as a hair loss treatment and its effectiveness; they discuss other treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; there is also discussion of combining oils like peppermint oil, zix, and dermapen.

community 3 months on the big 4 (liposomal gel min fin, keto shampoo and microneedling 1.5mm weekly) let me know what you think

throwaway78924999 in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress after 3 months of using the "big 4" hair loss treatments - liposomal gel minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo and microneedling; with people providing advice about their own experiences and asking for more information.

community Hello everyone! I just wanted to show you guys my hair transplant result so far. I actually really liked it. And I recommend a hair transplant for everyone who suffering from baldness. I'm 37 and I feel regret that why I didn't have a hair transplant till that time.

SolutionDifficult127 in Treatment 611 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's successful hair transplant result, and other users recommending finasteride to maintain it.

community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

ImgurIsPrettyBad 15 upvotes 5 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

community Looking for KX826 (pyrilutamide) success stories

scriptmime in Treatment 12 upvotes 6 months ago

A user ordered pyrilutamide (KX826) to stop hair loss and is seeking success stories. Replies indicate that it's too early to evaluate the product's effectiveness, as it takes several months to see results.

community Seb derm regrowth progress? I think? Or am I just seeing what I want to see?

Nezlo_Nuke_Em in Is this regrowth? 48 upvotes 9 months ago

A person with hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis saw improvement after treating the condition and using 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, collagen, biotin, and vitamins. They are asking if the progress is real, and others have noted the oral minoxidil as a significant treatment.

community How does my derm recommended medicine stack look? 2.5mg Min

ExtremePangolin9938 in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 6 months ago

A user discusses their doctor's recommendation of vitamins, biotin, collagen, shampoos, and 2.5mg minoxidil for hair loss. Replies suggest minoxidil is useful, and finasteride should be added for male pattern baldness.

community What I've Learned: A Quality of Life Guide

Shoompa 78 upvotes 7 years ago

The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and sulfur-including shampoo. The author shares personal experiences and tips for application, frequency, and managing side effects, noting significant regrowth with both minoxidil and finasteride.