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GlossaryKeratin 79

protein crucial for hair follicle structure and strength

Keratin 79 is a type of protein found in the hair and skin, specifically within the hair follicles. It plays a crucial role in the structural integrity and strength of hair, contributing to its resilience and overall health. For professionals, understanding the function and regulation of Keratin 79 can be important for developing treatments for hair disorders and improving hair care products.

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community COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men

26 upvotes 10 years ago

Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.

community Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects

in Finasteride 80 upvotes 5 years ago

The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.

community Keratin fibers vs. Gossypium Herbaceum Hair fibers

in Product 1 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about comparing keratin hair fibers to Gossypium Herbaceum hair fibers for diffuse hair loss. The user prefers keratin fibers for their durability and is seeking a bulk purchase option.

community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 8 months ago

A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results

in Treatment 32 upvotes 8 months ago

Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.

community Keratin fibers helped me to combat the cosmetic effect of hair loss

in Styling 9 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 Is Biotin or Keratin shampoo better for hair health/growth

in Product 4 upvotes 6 months ago

Biotin and Keratin shampoos are discussed for hair health and growth. Users suggest shampoos alone don't significantly aid hair growth.

community Hair Loss Breakthrough: Keratin Microsphere Gel Initiates Hair Regrowth in Days by Directly Targeting Follicles and Boosting Gene Expression - Gilmore Health News

in Treatment 466 upvotes 8 months ago

A new hair loss treatment involving Keratin Microsphere Gel is discussed, with skepticism and jokes about its effectiveness and comparisons to other treatments. Users are doubtful and make light of the situation, referencing past disappointments and the study's focus on mice.

community Is it safe to get keratin treatment on transplanted hair?

in Transplants 2 upvotes 3 months ago

A user with frizzy transplanted hair is considering a keratin treatment after 10 months and is concerned about its safety and potential to accelerate hair loss or cause telogen effluvium. They are seeking advice on whether it is safe to proceed with the treatment.

community My Telogen Effluvium journey after a bad Keratin Treatment

in Female 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with telogen effluvium triggered by a keratin treatment, leading to significant hair loss. They found improvement using aloe vera with rosemary, a protein and iron-rich diet, and patience.

community Been conscious of my balding crown for a while now, even after 6 months on Fin it hasn’t seemed to shrink at all. Decided to purchase some keratin hair thickening fibres (the powder stuff you put on bald spots) and couldn’t be happier with the results!

in Product 185 upvotes 4 years ago

A user shared their positive experience using keratin hair thickening fibers to conceal a balding crown after six months on finasteride. Other users discussed various hair loss solutions, including minoxidil, dermarolling, and scalp micropigmentation.

community 5 months of 1mg Fin, daily GHK-CU injection, daily keratin/biotin/MSM supplement, daily Pura D’Or Advanced Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner, daily Ayurvedic oil, Ket x3/week, weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1mg finasteride, daily GHK-CU injections, keratin/biotin/MSM supplements, Pura D’Or shampoo and conditioner, Ayurvedic oil, ketoconazole thrice weekly, and weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU. The post includes progress pictures.

community Regrowing my hair in just 7 weeks. No drugs, just massage and natural oils with microneedling and Keratin shampoo

in Progress Pictures 138 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about a person regrowing their hair in 7 weeks using scalp massages, peppermint oil, microneedling, and keratin shampoo without drugs. They experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after consistent treatment and shampooing every other day.

community (UPDATE) 1y and 4m progress. 1mg fin daily, minoxidil foam twice a day, keto shampoo every other hair wash and hims thick fix shampoo and conditioner. Added saw palmetto, biotin + keratin and dermarolling into my routine. super happy, so glad hair loss isn’t consuming my life anymore

in Progress Pictures 40 upvotes 1 year ago

The individual has seen hair regrowth over a period of 1 year and 4 months using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil foam twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo, thick fix shampoo and conditioner, saw palmetto, biotin, keratin, and dermarolling. They are pleased with the results and no longer feel overwhelmed by hair loss.

community Which biotin and shampoo do people use? Too many options...

in Treatment 1 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using Biotin 10000mcg with Keratin and DHT blockers for hair growth. The user seeks advice on other community-recommended options.

community Shampoo for dry and itchy scalp

in Product 3 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared that Garnier Fructis SOS repair shampoo with amla oil and liquid vegetal keratin helped with their dry and itchy scalp. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and found this shampoo effective after trying many others.

community Male - 25 y.o - gulfs slowly fading like my father’s - topical minoxidil, soon starting fin + keratine supplement

in Journals / Progress Pictures 231 upvotes 4 months ago

A 25-year-old male is using topical minoxidil and plans to start finasteride and a keratin supplement to combat hair loss. He will document his progress with photos and track any side effects.

community Keto shampoo - 2 questions, do you use this every day, and do you use a conditioner after the shampoo?

in Ketoconazole 15 upvotes 1 year ago

People use keto shampoo 2-3 times per week and often apply conditioner after, including keratin, collagen, and biotin types. Results show improvement after a month.

community What supplements or extra dtuff do you guys do for your hair?

in Product 2 upvotes 2 months ago

OP uses multivitamins, collagen, biotin, keratin, omega-3, satin bonnet, dandruff shampoo, oil moisturizer, and sun exposure for hair care. Users suggest adding antioxidants, probiotics, pumpkin seed oil, vitamin D, iron, and dermastamping.

community I’m Quitting ketoconazole shampoo

in Ketoconazole 2 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.

community Why does my hair look so much less bald after shower vs upon waking up?

in Chat 7 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the user's observation of their hair appearing less bald after showering compared to when they wake up. They use a biotin and keratin conditioner and ketoconazole twice a week, while others suggest the difference in appearance could be due to oil build-up or the hair's response to water.

community Hairfibers: Toppik vs Boldify vs Surethik?

in Product 7 upvotes 1 year ago

User discovered hair fibers, tried Toppik but concerned about ingredients. Considering Boldify (cotton-based, cheaper) and Surethik (keratin-based) as better options.

community Dry hair after minoxidil, can i add oil something after minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experiences dry hair after using minoxidil and asks if they can use oil afterward, specifically Lanza Keratin Healing Oil. They seek advice on how long to wait before applying the oil and what type of oil to use.

community Using Toppik to fill bald spots while waiting on Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 1 year ago

User started Finasteride for hair loss and uses Toppik to cover bald spots. They wonder if Toppik's keratin fibers will block follicles and affect hair regrowth.

community 7 years on oral finasteride/topical minoxidil/ket (Pics included). Losing ground... what more can I do to stop the loss and gain more hair?

in Update 27 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's journey to try and stop their hair loss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.

community Why isn't this a thing? Why isn't it even talked here?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of AMSbzs supplements in significantly increasing hair count, weight, and keratin content. The user questions why this treatment isn't more widely known despite its impressive results.

community My Story + Products other than Finasteride and Minoxidil that saved me

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their hair loss journey, starting at age 18 and leading to depression and insecurity. They found improvement with finasteride and minoxidil after two years, and also recommended products like Mielle Rosemary Mint Growth Oil, Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Hair Masque, Kevin Murphy Hair Resort Spray, Brooklinen Silk Pillowcases, and It's a 10 Keratin Leave in Conditioner for maintaining hair quality.

community fin/min/niz cocktail 1y 1/2 progress. i feel like i have my life back

in Progress Pictures 525 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's successful hair regrowth journey using a cocktail of finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user started seeing noticeable results after 8 months and also incorporated saw palmetto, biotin, keratin, and dermarolling into their routine.

community Results of Procyanidin B2 in clinical studies

in Treatment 13 upvotes 4 years ago

Procyanidin B2, a compound derived from Annurca apples, as a potential treatment for pattern hair loss. Several clinical studies were mentioned, which found that procyanidin B2 could increase hair growth, density, and keratin content. Other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 were not discussed.

community New here. What are your guys' personal recommendation from experience when it comes to the best shampoos/conditioners/other products for supporting hair growth/stopping loss.

7 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil for hair growth and asks for recommendations on shampoos, conditioners, and other products to support hair growth and stop hair loss. It also inquires about the frequency of washing hair and the effects of using oils like coconut oil on pores.