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complex keratin structures on birds aiding in flight and insulation

Feathers are complex, keratin-based structures that cover the bodies of birds, providing insulation, aiding in flight, and often playing roles in mating displays and camouflage. They consist of a central shaft (rachis) with barbs and barbules that interlock to form a flat surface, and they are periodically molted and replaced throughout a bird's life.

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community This Cheapie Amazon Minoxidil Has Worked Wonders For Me

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A user switched from Kirkland minoxidil to a cheaper Amazon brand called Adellina, which includes Biotin, Ginseng extract, and Collagen, and saw significant hair growth within a week. They also transitioned from oral to topical finasteride after achieving their hair growth goals.

community Min/Fin/Dut and Topical Biotin progress pics

in Progress Pictures 328 upvotes 2 years ago

User tried Min/Fin/Dut and Topical Biotin for hair loss. Some say it's not working, while others appreciate the progress.

community Naturally mummified remains found in the coast of Chile around 7020 BC. Still has more hair than everyone on this sub

in Satire 2046 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with humorous speculation about the cause of death for an ancient mummy that still had hair.

community Minoxidil and microneedling only - one year progress (m40+)

in Progress Pictures 1340 upvotes 3 months ago

A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.

community Are most men bald because they haven’t tried any treatment or are they bald in spite of it?

in Shaved/buzzed 307 upvotes 7 months ago

Some men are bald because they are unaware of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.

community On Fin 5 days a week and dut twice a week and still rapidly losing hair. HOW?? 9 months on fin!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 2 years ago

A user using finasteride and dutasteride to treat hair loss, but still losing hair rapidly after stopping minoxidil. Replies suggest that the user should try oral minoxidil or switch to dutasteride for better results.

community Compared to the hair of your father at your age how is your hair doing?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 1 year ago

How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inherited different genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hair loss.

community New Rosemary Oil, Castor Oil, Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil Combination Product for Hair Growth

in Product 5 months ago

The conversation discusses a new hair growth product combining rosemary oil, castor oil, argan oil, and jojoba oil. It also mentions the use of Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment.

community About 4 months of oral finasteride and minoxidil. Are these results promising?

in Is this regrowth? 181 upvotes 1 month ago

The user saw promising results after 4 months of using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth. Other users commented on the progress, with some suggesting switching to Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for potentially better results.

community Honestly have no idea but I’m trying to be hopeful lol

in Satire 143 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss and the emotional impact it has on individuals. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Jason Sorgi Boston Hair Restoration- revived me from the ashes lol (5 months)

in Transplants 104 upvotes 8 months ago

A user is very satisfied with their hair transplant results, despite choosing a straight hairline against the doctor's advice for a more natural look. Some commenters think the hairline looks artificial, while others discuss the importance of a natural-looking hairline and inquire about any medications used post-transplant.

community 4 months topical min and 1,5 months topical fin. Also microneedling almost every week. Do you see a difference?

in Progress Pictures 53 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses a user's 4-month progress using topical minoxidil and 1.5-month use of topical finasteride, along with almost weekly microneedling, for hair loss. Some responses indicate noticeable improvement and encourage continued use, while others suggest it's too early to judge effectiveness and mention the possibility of a hair transplant.

community I want to sacrifice my hair in the name of science

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses various theories of hair loss, including DHT sensitivity and genetic factors, with the user willing to use themselves for research due to having a hair loss gene but different hair loss patterns compared to their brothers. Specific treatments were not mentioned in the provided text.

community Roughly 1.5 years progress. Dut, Fin, Minox, RU.

in Progress Pictures 799 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.

community Rate my regimen: 20yo/M looking for advice

in Satire 145 upvotes 2 years ago

A 20 year old male discussing his hair loss regimen, which includes using topical dutasteride, rogaine, RU58841, minoxidil and Avodart pills as well as scalp massage, stabbing head with steak knife, counting shed hairs under a hair net and sending them to a lab for analysis. Suggestions from other users include scalping method and switching to saw palmetto and zinc supplements.

community 1 year on fin and min results

in Progress Pictures 47 upvotes 4 years ago

The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil since September 2019 and has seen significant hair regrowth. Their routine includes a compounded topical with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and retinol at night, and 1mg finasteride in the morning.

community Genetics are so weird and unpredictable

in Minoxidil 114 upvotes 1 week ago

The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.

community I Think it is Over for me Bros. I'm Cooked.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 49 upvotes 1 month ago

A 24-year-old user tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss but saw no improvement and was advised by their dermatologist to accept baldness. Other users suggested alternative treatments like RU58841, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and checking for underlying conditions or lifestyle factors.

community Tristan Tate stopped using fin i guess???

in Satire 468 upvotes 2 months ago

Tristan Tate's hair loss is discussed, with mentions of finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride as treatments. Users speculate on his hair styling, steroid use, and legal troubles.

community He turned 71 last week. It looks like his hairline proceeded as he aged. Do you think he's on fin or dut? Or maybe some ancient esoteric chinese remedy?

in Satire 321 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation humorously speculates on whether an elderly man's good hairline is due to finasteride, dutasteride, or genetics. It also discusses the role of DHT and genetics in hair loss.

community Father has decent amount of hair but im balding ?

in Chat 15 upvotes 9 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 Huberman tweet about finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 278 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

community hmi115 is coming. Prepare yourselves for what's coming

in Technology 106 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.

community Starting Spironolactone, any ladies in here with experience or success?

in Female 56 upvotes 1 year ago

A female user starting Spironolactone treatment for thinning hair, and others sharing their experiences with Minoxidil and oral/sublingual Minoxidil as treatments.

community My Research Compilation on Nutrafol

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be more effective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.

community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

in Chat 33 upvotes 2 years ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Well, I guess this puts the scalp tension theory to bed

in Satire 138 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes various causes like DHT, blood flow, and skin fibrosis. Treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community I've been afraid to start Finasteride treatment for 5 years, on it for 2 weeks, regret that hadn't started it earlier and here's my story

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 3 years ago

A 28-year-old male, losing hair since his teens, started taking 0.31 mg finasteride daily for two weeks with no side effects and regrets not starting earlier. He tried various treatments like minoxidil, scalp massages, and vitamins but found finasteride most effective.

community Early signs that tell you you have Male Pattern Baldness

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 154 upvotes 3 years ago

Male Pattern Baldness, and identifying early signs of it. The treatments discussed to combat and slow balding include finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil.

community Almost 2 weeks on peppermint oil and castor oil. Front hairline sees new baby hairs.

18 upvotes 6 years ago

A user claims to see new baby hairs after using peppermint and castor oil for nearly two weeks, but others are skeptical, attributing the appearance of new hair to the way the hair is styled or pulled back.