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GlossaryCosmetology

professional practice of beauty treatments like hair and skincare

Cosmetology is the professional practice and study of beauty treatments, including hair styling, cutting, coloring, skincare, and makeup application. It encompasses a wide range of services aimed at enhancing personal appearance and often requires formal education and licensing to ensure practitioners meet industry standards and safety regulations.

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community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

in Chat 317 upvotes 6 months ago

People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

community My barber is seriously making me lose hope

in Minoxidil 1 year ago

This conversation is about a user struggling with hair loss who has been told by their barber that minoxidil does not work and the only solution is to accept it. Other users have encouraged them to continue using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as look for another barber, since these treatments are scientifically proven to be effective in combating hair loss.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 103 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community im 23, hair loss problem

7 upvotes 9 years ago

A 23-year-old experiencing hair loss tried olive oil, coconut oil, and hair growth shampoos without success. They are seeking advice on whether to start treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

community Dutasteride sources in Europe for mesotherapy?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses finding sources of Dutasteride in Europe for mesotherapy to treat hair loss. It also mentions using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments.

community Ashton Kutcher talked about on the tonight show how he was quitting dut. Looks like the Norwood reaper has already come to collect.

in Satire 623 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about Ashton Kutcher's hairline and how some people think it looks good for his age, while others criticize it. Some mention that he used to use medication for hair loss but stopped.

community Why aren’t hair fibers popular?

in Product 22 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hair loss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.

community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA

in Treatment 451 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.