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GlossaryOily Skin (Greasy Scalp)

overproduction of sebum by sebaceous glands causing shiny appearance

Oily skin, also known as seborrheic skin, is characterized by an overproduction of sebum, the skin's natural oil, by the sebaceous glands. This excess oil can lead to a shiny appearance, enlarged pores, and a higher propensity for acne and other skin blemishes. Managing oily skin often involves using specific skincare products that help control sebum production and maintain a balanced skin environment.

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community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

in Update 10 upvotes 6 months ago

A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

community Remember to take care of your hair condition.

in Chat 107 upvotes 3 years ago

Taking care of hair condition through the use of shampoo, conditioner, oils and scalp scrubs, as well as advice on using Nizoral and Naturebox Olive Shampoo. Replies also included discussion about whether a bad shampoo could be causing hair loss.

community Pyrilutamide 5 months results (before, after pics)

in Progress Pictures 191 upvotes 1 year ago

Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalp itchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.

community Help with female pattern baldness

in Female 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset

in Update 153 upvotes 9 months ago

A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.

community 6 Month Progress (1mg fin 2x daily topical min, vit d3, keto, microneedling)

in Progress Pictures 470 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's 6-month journey to treat their hair loss using 1mg finasteride twice daily, topical minoxidil, vitamin D3, keto diet, and microneedling. They experienced shedding at the end of month 3 but have seen progress in recent months despite this.

community Almost there! Huge difference!

in Progress Pictures 530 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using topical Minoxidil and oral Finasteride for 6 months to treat hair loss, with noticeable improvement. Another user mentioned using unnamed drops for 4 months to successfully reduce a bald patch, but with less effect on a receding hairline.

community Hair thinning on dutasteride vs fin? No shed phase

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 5 months ago

A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride to combat hair thinning but noticed overall thinner hair without shedding. Another user suggested that hair can't thin without shedding and recommended adding finasteride pills for peace of mind.

community Finasteride before/after 1,5 year

in Progress Pictures 215 upvotes 11 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.

community 2020 updated guide for "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?". I've been taking Propecia for 12 years, and you can AMA.

in STARTER GUIDE 1684 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and maintenance.

community Is Keto shampoo 2% even worth starting?

in Ketoconazole 45 upvotes 3 months ago

Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.

community Does Fluridil even work? (Eucapil)

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Eucapil's effectiveness is questioned due to unconvincing clinical trial and lack of FDA approval.

community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

in Treatment 41 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

community 0.5mg Dutasteride promotes more “regrowth” than 5mg oral Minoxidil

in Research/Science 117 upvotes 10 months ago

Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.

community Hair fibers have been a huge confidence booster for me, I just hope that I’ll respond well to fin/min/derma rolling.

in Progress Pictures 13 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.

community Don't stop taking minoxidil no matter what

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The main advice is to start with finasteride and never stop minoxidil once started, as stopping can lead to significant hair loss.

community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

in Minoxidil 136 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

community Should I give minoxidil a try or should I wait to see if I can get any more results from my regimen (fin, Ru58841, microneedling) almost at the 1year mark since starting also wondering if I can mix my ru58841 powder into minoxidil and just use that as my solvent

in Minoxidil 53 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses whether to add minoxidil to an existing hair loss treatment regimen that includes finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. Some users suggest trying minoxidil and monitoring for side effects, while others advise waiting to see if current treatments improve results after one year.

community LPT: If your scalp is greasy, itchy, you have flakes and other crud, get a Psoriasis shampoo

60 upvotes 5 years ago

Psoriasis shampoo with salicylic acid can improve scalp health and hair quality better than Nizoral. It helps create a cleaner environment for hair growth, especially when using treatments like finasteride.

community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

in Treatment 119 upvotes 6 months ago

Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

community 10 months of fin/minoxidil results

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

This conversation is about a user's progress pictures after 10 months of using the hair loss treatments finasteride and minoxidil. Other users responded with compliments and questions about the dosage used.

community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 468 upvotes 5 months ago

User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

community Only Finasteride 1mg once daily for 3 years. Next chapter starts now.

in Progress Pictures 76 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.

community Posted this years ago but still getting questions!

in Progress Pictures 324 upvotes 11 months ago

The user successfully treated their hair loss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidil with dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.

community 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :')

in Progress Pictures 565 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.

community Can scalp buildup Cause hair loss?

in Chat 8 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hair loss.

community Why does Finasteride make my hair not get greasy fast anymore?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 7 months ago

Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.

community How do you guys apply Minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 22 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses different methods of applying Minoxidil to the scalp to avoid making hair greasy and clumpy. Suggestions include using Rogaine Foam, keeping hair short, applying with a comb and fingers, using a spray, and a technique involving a brush and dropper.

community How to get rid of oily hair, not scalp?

in Chat 6 upvotes 1 month ago

To reduce oily hair, wash the scalp thoroughly with shampoo and avoid touching the hair with hands. Applying a watery body lotion to wet hair may also help lessen oiliness.

community Irritated scalp from tretinoin and alochol; any fixes?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.