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GlossaryHair Bleaching (Hair Lightening)

chemical process lightening hair by breaking down melanin pigment

Hair bleaching is a chemical process that lightens the natural color of hair by breaking down the melanin pigment within the hair shaft. This is typically achieved using a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and ammonia, which opens the hair cuticle and allows the bleaching agents to penetrate and dissolve the color molecules. The result is lighter hair, which can range from a subtle lift in color to a platinum blonde, depending on the duration and strength of the bleaching process.

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community 25F and have been losing my hair for 10 years. Been to doctors, no issues with thyroid or hormones. No history of hair loss in my family. Wtf do I do?

in Question 12 upvotes 6 years ago

A 25-year-old woman has been losing hair for 10 years despite normal thyroid, hormone levels, and B12 supplementation. She has used Minoxidil with limited success and is considering hair transplants, Propecia, or shaving her head and wearing wigs.

community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.

in Chat 388 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

community 1 month of using fin, so happy

in Progress Pictures 865 upvotes 4 months ago

User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

community 2 months back on Fin/Min after stopping treatment for 2 years. First pic is a bit deceptive because I had a 1mm buzzcut and lighting right above me, but it's definitely filling back in.

in Progress Pictures 406 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after two months back on finasteride and minoxidil, following a two-year break. The user also mentioned experimenting with hair dye and considering growing their hair for an undercut.

community I’m shedding vellus hairs constantly and haven’t felt like I’ve made much progress, but taking pictures with flash in the dark looks like regrowth

in Is this regrowth? 33 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a person's experience with hair loss treatments, including 7 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, switching to oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They notice hair regrowth more with flash photography than in regular light.

community 5 months on oral min and fin. Im 23 years old.

in Progress Pictures 1288 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced hair regrowth after 5 months on oral minoxidil and finasteride. Others praised the impressive results and mentioned the importance of combining treatments for best results.

community Fighting Fin!

in Finasteride 10 upvotes 6 years ago

Datwagg63 started taking finasteride for hair loss and supplements it with omega 3, vitamins, and a low-carb diet while lifting weights. InternationalBerry suggested adding minoxidil, as it's considered the second most effective treatment after finasteride.

community My progress after 13 months on dutasteride and Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 679 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 13 months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, noting improved self-confidence and physical fitness. They reported noticeable results after 2 months, with significant improvement by 7-8 months, and no major side effects.

community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

in Progress Pictures 1743 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

community Regrowth 21 months, fin, 41 Male

in Progress Pictures 592 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 21-month hair regrowth journey using oral Finasteride 1mg daily and Minoxidil 5% topical applications. Despite initial discouragement due to slow progress, they saw significant improvement, reducing the need for a hair transplant to minor fill-ins at the front hairline.

community Progress update just over a year in

in Progress Pictures 143 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using 2mg minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with inconsistent use for two months, and is experiencing a shedding phase. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, micro-needling, and considering a shorter haircut to manage appearance during shedding.

community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

in Microneedling 15 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

community 1.5 month done after using fin minoxidil and doing dermaroller

in Is this regrowth? 11 upvotes 2 months ago

A user reported hair regrowth after 1.5 months of using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling. Other users noted possible improvement but mentioned difficulty in assessing due to lighting and hair length differences.

community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

in Progress Pictures 158 upvotes 8 months ago

A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community 3months of taking 1mg of Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 262 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months of taking 1mg daily of finasteride. Other users commented on their experiences and the effectiveness of different treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.

community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

in Update 203 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.

community These is the results after 6 months

in Is this regrowth? 148 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their 6-month results using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1mg daily, but still experiences significant shedding. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using apple cider vinegar for dandruff, and considering oral minoxidil and dutasteride.

community Fin + Min 6 months on. No sides. Hair is now unbelievably thick and heavy.

in Progress Pictures 180 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reported significant hair thickening after 6 months using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no side effects. Some commenters requested better comparison photos and noted an increase in eyebrow thickness.

community 10 months on dutasteride. Lost about half of my hair density. Losing 150-250 hairsevery day

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 68 upvotes 5 months ago

User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.

community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

in Chat 158 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

community 2 months and half progress. Just take the f*cking pill. (Completely wet hair)

in Progress Pictures 315 upvotes 1 year ago

User shares 2.5-month progress with hair loss pill, others discuss their experiences and results. Some mention using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hair regrowth.

community 9 months of treatment. Propecia and minoxidil. I am uploading the posts because I also experience hair loss and it is important to me that we understand that hair loss is not a problem

in Progress Pictures 118 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using Propecia and minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that hair loss is not a problem. Another user commented on their own use of finasteride and minoxidil, noting no side effects.

community 7 Months on 1.5mg of fin. 1st pic in March and 2nd one is from yesterday. Are these gains or is it because my hair is just longer?

in Progress Pictures 162 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 7 months on 1.5mg of finasteride, showing significant hair improvement. The user clarified they split 5 mg pills into quarters, resulting in a 1.33 mg dose.

community The crazy thing with diffuse thinning is one day you think you have no hair loss, and another day you think you have no hair

in Chat 398 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.

community Feb 6th 2023 -> April 6th 2023 1mg fin daily, min daily before bed, nizoral a few times a week and derma rolling weekly

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

A progress update of hair growth while taking 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil daily before bed, nizoral a few times a week and derma rolling weekly.

community About 6 months on Fin (1mg) and 5 on monoxidil 5% with microneedling twice a week.

in Is this regrowth? 124 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about someone experiencing hair regrowth after using finasteride (1mg) for six months, minoxidil 5% for five months, and microneedling twice a week. Respondents agree there is noticeable improvement in hair growth.

community Hi all! I posted recently and the pic looks like I stabilized. Here is another closer angle…

in Is this regrowth? 14 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion with treatments including topical minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. User shares progress and seeks opinions on regrowth.

community 1 year 2months finasteride/question about dutasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 121 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and dutasteride. It is suggested to try minoxidil with microneedling as an additional treatment for regrowth, and the user reports that it took around 6 months of taking 1mg of finasteride every day before seeing results.

community Results after 6 months of treatment

in Progress Pictures 1794 upvotes 1 month 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 Amount of hairfall every day after 2 years on fin 1.5 years RU and 10 months oral min…

in Update 21 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing significant hair shedding despite 2 years on finasteride, 1.5 years on RU58841, and 10 months on oral minoxidil, and is frustrated with the ongoing issue. Another user shares a similar experience of losing a lot of hair daily for the last 3 years.