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GlossaryKeratin Fibers (Hair Building Fibers)

tiny keratin particles that thicken and conceal thinning hair

Keratin fibers, also known as hair building fibers or hair thickening fibers, are tiny, hair-like particles made from the protein keratin, which is the same protein that human hair is composed of. These fibers are used to conceal thinning areas on the scalp by clinging to existing hair through static electricity, creating the appearance of fuller, thicker hair. They are a popular cosmetic solution for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning.

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community Girl found my toppik

relevantme in Chat 221 upvotes 4 years ago

Girl finds guy's hair building fibers, sparking discussion on hair's role in attraction and self-esteem. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair systems are mentioned.

community More advice for our newly Balding Bros. (and sisters) looking to dramatically improve hair appearance. (With Photos)

20somethingmanchild in Styling 11 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss advice: get a shorter haircut and use hair building fibers like Toppik to improve appearance. User on big 4 treatments: Minoxidil, dermapen, Nizoral, and finasteride.

community My Secret to Applying Toppik Hair Building Fibers - Stop shaking on Hair Fibers!

Keratin_Brotherhood 33 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. A secret to applying Toppik Hair Building Fibers is shared, and a possible reason is to help people apply Toppik.

community How much difference hair fibers and mousse make

Friendly-Boat-6506 in Styling 1459 upvotes 4 months ago

The user applies Rogaine foam, Toppik hair fibers, and Tresemme mousse to improve hair appearance and has restarted finasteride after a year off. They are considering a hair transplant and are working on self-esteem related to hair loss.

community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

apurplesnake in Update 430 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

community 24 y/o woman diagnosed with AGA today. Scared and confused.

altijd_wafels 8 upvotes 8 years ago

A 24-year-old woman being diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (AGA) who is scared and confused about her hair loss, and the treatment options of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, spironolactone, and possibly a biopsy.

community C’est terrible - at my wits end

Desperate-War-3925 in Female 447 upvotes 1 year ago

A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

community Opinions November to April progress

Hungry_Laugh_1216 in Is this regrowth? 166 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from November 2023 to April 2024 using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. The consensus is that there is some improvement and increased density, with expectations of further progress.

community I am using toppik, have thinning hair. How and when to tell girls I date that I use hair fibers?

Fridaythen in Styling 10 upvotes 1 year ago

User with thinning hair uses Toppik and wonders when to tell dates about it. Responses vary, some suggest not mentioning it, others recommend honesty after building a connection.

community (20) Found out a coworker likes me, what should I do?

cb2208 in Chat 40 upvotes 4 months ago

A user with aggressive hair thinning is considering how to handle a coworker's interest in them. They are using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and are debating whether to keep using hair fibers, shave their head, or get a hair system.

community 6 years post transplant.. NO meds

NoggyMaskin in Transplants 779 upvotes 1 year ago

User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant and starting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.

community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

Combfromhell in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 2 years ago

Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

community 3 months results | minoxidil & finasteride

disquis3d in Progress Pictures 269 upvotes 11 months ago

The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hair loss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hair loss.

community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

Specialist_Chard_369 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 210 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

community To all the young non-responders out there

ZizekFan69 in Update 119 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.

community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

Serious_Card911 in Update 81 upvotes 3 years ago

The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

community Accepting the fact that i cant stop it.

cuchao in Chat 64 upvotes 1 month ago

A user shares their struggle with hair loss despite trying treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and expresses frustration over ineffective medical advice and a failed hair transplant. Others in the conversation suggest alternative treatments, acceptance of baldness, and focusing on other life aspects.

community Age 18 vs Age 25, the importance of starting early

VeterinarianFit8845 in Progress Pictures 890 upvotes 2 months ago

An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.

community Results after 6 months of treatment

xremless in Progress Pictures 1816 upvotes 2 months ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

community "but it will hurt my gains bro"

zerofaithz in Satire 1304 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and their effects on hair and muscle gains. Users debate effectiveness and side effects, mixing scientific approaches with jokes.

community Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.

Kitchen_Plastic_2847 in Update 594 upvotes 1 year ago

Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.

community Today I didn’t go to my cousin marriage because of my hair. I feel really depressed, I just want to disaper, i can’t take this anymore. I tried everything for the past 3 years, and I’m just 21 years. I’m isolating myself from othesrs.

Majestic_Variety9325 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 284 upvotes 1 year ago

A 21 year-old feeling depressed about hair loss and how to cope with it, discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair pieces, and scalp micropigmentation. There is also discussion of accepting oneself and redefining self-worth in order to not base one's entire identity on their hair.

community Soo.. uhh.. one year... wondering when Dutasteride is going to stop hair loss

Foreign_Fondant_2880 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 133 upvotes 1 year ago

User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hair loss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.

community Second update: almost 3.5 months min microneedling 1.5mm once a week ketoconazole shampoo 4 times a week

Environmental_Area76 in Update 594 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling; some participants questioned the results due to previous posts about hair transplants, but others agreed that quick results are possible with certain treatments.

community Bryan Johnson just dropped his anti hair loss formula

VeryFrozenLime in Treatment 337 upvotes 1 year ago

Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.

community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

flamesfan201 in Technology 193 upvotes 1 month ago

Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

community No gains after 4 years of min and fin

Maximum_Guidance4255 in Progress Pictures 92 upvotes 6 months ago

User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

community M19 shed after 1yr on dutasteride

Aditya_0za in Finasteride/Dutasteride 23 upvotes 4 months ago

A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.

community Balding at such young age effed me up terribleably and it's getting worse

BleachPuff in Shaved/buzzed 181 upvotes 6 months ago

An 18-year-old is experiencing worsening hair loss, feeling isolated, and considering treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Others suggest seeing a dermatologist to determine the cause and potential treatments.

community MicroRNA can regrow 90% of lost hair, researchers find

2fy54gh6 in Treatment 502 upvotes 2 years ago

Researchers finding that microRNA can potentially regrow 90% of lost hair, and the challenges involved in moving this research forward to human trials. Various treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, have been discussed.