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GlossaryKarite

fruit of the shea tree, source of shea butter

Karite, also known as shea tree fruit, is the source of shea butter, a fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). Shea butter is widely used in cosmetics for its moisturizing properties and is also valued for its anti-inflammatory and healing effects on the skin and hair.

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community 3 months on topical min and around 6 months on oral fin

in Progress Pictures 115 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is discussing their hair loss treatment progress, using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Some replies express skepticism about the results, while others show support or comment on the presentation of the progress pictures.

community 6 Month Progress Update (Min, Fin, Derma rolling (0.5 mm)

in Progress Pictures 335 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named KarensAnon who has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma rolling for hair loss treatments over the past 6 months with successful results in restoring their confidence. Other users have offered support and advice regarding similar treatment plans.

community Only on topical minoxidil with 0.1% fin and doing dermarolling once a week what you guys think?

in Progress Pictures 420 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "deadstroke56" shared their progress using topical minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. Other users praised their progress and asked about the brand and regimen used.

community A topical antiandrogen is very necessary to add to the stack, finastride/Dutastride aren't enough to move the needle.

in Update 1 year ago

User added RU and pyrilutamide for hair growth and noticed more baby hairs. Others suggest sticking with fin and min, while some discuss the user's self-image and hair loss severity.

community M23 , on finaestride and minoxidil for 4.8 months

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

. This conversation is about a user's progress while using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with emphasis on taking oral finasteride at night before bed for optimal results. They also discuss the brand of medication being used (Morr F 5%) and the importance of taking a generic version of the same drug.

community Started minoxidill 2 weeks ago. The shed is real! But have some small hairs comming out all over

in Minoxidil 422 upvotes 1 year ago

This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil to treat hair loss for two weeks, and experienced an intense shed. The replies offer advice on how to manage their shedding, such as shaving their head or using Finasteride, and encouragement that the results will be worth it in the end.

community Balding, short, small penis. What is the point of living…

in Treatment 405 upvotes 3 years ago

A 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.