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GlossaryEpidermal Morphogenesis

process of skin layer formation and development

Epidermal morphogenesis refers to the process by which the outermost layer of the skin, known as the epidermis, forms and develops its structure during embryonic development and wound healing. This involves the coordinated proliferation, differentiation, and organization of skin cells to create a functional barrier that protects the body from environmental damage.

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community Hair repigmentation of poliosis circumscripta in androgenetic alopecia patient treated with exosomes and fractional picosecond laser

in Product 2 upvotes 9 months ago

Exosomes combined with fractional picosecond laser treatment were effective in treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting repigmentation in white hair patches. The role of exosomes in hair repigmentation, particularly in conditions like poliosis, is not well-studied.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 42 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 249 upvotes 2 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

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

18 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 PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth

in Research/Science 198 upvotes 2 days ago

PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Scalp slapping to increase blood flow?

in Treatment 22 upvotes 6 months ago

This post and conversation are about using scalp slapping to increase blood flow for hair growth. One user suggests using minoxidil instead.

community GT20029 Anageninc Market Availability

in Research/Science 164 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential market release of a hair loss treatment called GT20029 by Anageninc, with users expressing interest and discussing the importance of safety and effectiveness. Some users plan to contact Anageninc to show demand for the product.

community Anyone using CB-03-01? What are you thoughts? How do you get it from powder to solution? What strength should be used?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about someone considering using CB-03-01 for hair loss but has ordered finasteride, which they are hesitant to use. They are seeking advice on how to prepare CB-03-01 from powder form and the appropriate strength to use.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

in Research/Science 667 upvotes 2 months ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 6 months ago

Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.

community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 11 months ago

A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

community Topical Finasteride Doesn't Directly Reduce 5ar Enzyme on Scalp

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 72 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.

community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?

in Chat 70 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.

community Fin/min/microneedling ~9 months – no results, actually worse

in Progress Pictures 96 upvotes 1 year ago

User harlital shared their 9-month hair loss journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but experienced worse results. Commenters suggested patience, checking for other causes, and considering dutasteride after 12-24 months if no improvement.

community How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more

in Research/Science 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.

community A Scientific Perspective in Microneedling for Alopecia

in Microneedling 43 upvotes 5 years ago

The post and conversation are about microneedling as a treatment for alopecia. It provides a comprehensive review of scientific literature on the technique and its application.

community Microneedling technique clarification

in Microneedling 16 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.

community Damn, the trash hormone DHT was losing so hard it pulled the "old social media post" card

in Chat 196 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, stemoxydine, adenosine, castor oil, baicalin, and bimatoprost. The user shares their nightly and morning routines and discusses the role of DHT in hair loss.

community Sup Chooms?! How y’all living?!

in Progress Pictures 976 upvotes 7 months ago

A 35-year-old shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress, using 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride once daily, derma stamping 1-3 times a week, washing hair daily or every other day with peppermint soap, and using eczema lotion for scalp health. Commenters congratulated the individual on the significant improvement in their hairline.

community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 9 months ago

A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

community 3 months of progress USING HIMS FIN/MIN SPRAY + Dermarolling everyday (more so pressing the dermaroller then rolling)

in Progress Pictures 89 upvotes 1 year ago

The post is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using HIMS FIN/MIN spray and dermarolling. One user suggests taking the 1mg finasteride pill instead of using the topical spray, while another warns against microneedling every day.

community 3 Month Results with Nuclear Stack - 42M

in Progress Pictures 116 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.

community New study shows .5mm microneedle to be most effective?

in Microneedling 35 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared a video suggesting that 0.5mm microneedles are most effective for hair growth. Other users mentioned different microneedle lengths and advised consulting a dermatologist for personalized treatment.

community My dermatologist screwed me over methinks (18M)

in Minoxidil 12 upvotes 5 months ago

A user discusses their hair thinning journey, starting minoxidil at 16, switching treatments, and experiencing significant shedding after resuming minoxidil. They are now using minoxidil daily and considering PRP if shedding continues, while also planning lifestyle changes to improve their condition.

community Best Microneedling Depth and Frequency?

in Microneedling 5 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about the best microneedling depth and frequency for hair loss treatment. The user recommends 1.5mm once a week.

community Sharing my 3.5 year journey, keep grinding guys

in Progress Pictures 228 upvotes 8 months ago

The user shared a 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using 1 mg finasteride daily and minoxidil foam, noting significant improvement, especially in the third year. They also mentioned using Nizoral shampoo twice a week and supplements like vitamin D3, biotin, and omega 3 and 6.

community How does it feel to microneedle at 0.3mm?

in Microneedling 17 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with one user trying 0.3mm daily without feeling pain and questioning its effectiveness. Another user suggests that 0.3mm is too shallow and recommends 0.5mm twice a week or 0.75mm once a week for hair growth.

community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week

in Progress Pictures 31 upvotes 1 year ago

A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

community 4 months M26 Fin/Min/Keto/microneedle

in Progress Pictures 39 upvotes 1 year ago

A 26-year-old male shared progress pictures after 4 months of treating hair loss with finasteride (1.25 mg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays), topical minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly, and weekly microneedling at 1.5 mm. He is seeing hair growth improvement, especially in the front, and is considering hair grafts for the crown area if necessary for more density.