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GlossaryPotassium Hydroxide (KOH)

strong alkaline compound used in various industrial processes

Potassium Hydroxide (KOH), also known as caustic potash, is a strong alkaline compound commonly used in various industrial and chemical processes. It is often utilized in the production of soaps, detergents, and as a pH regulator. In a laboratory setting, KOH is used for preparing slides for microscopic examination, particularly in dermatology to diagnose fungal infections.

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community Thoughts about topical minox costco Kirkland 5%- 6 month supply

in Chat 1 year ago

Using topical Minoxidil (Kirkland 5%) to treat thinning hair, with some users reporting positive results and others not seeing any effect. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and adapalene gel.

community Feeling myself again after 5 months

in Progress Pictures 470 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.

community March 22 – jan 23 fin 1mg minoxidil 5% every few days . 22 male .

in Update 614 upvotes 1 year ago

Jamesdunn8811 has been using a combination of finasteride and minoxidil to treat his hair loss over the past four months, with successful results. He has experienced no side effects and noticed increased thickness and baby hairs growing in both temples.

community 3 months dutasteride 0.5 mg only

in Progress Pictures 89 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress after three months of taking dutasteride 0.5 mg to treat their hair loss; other users suggested cutting the frizzy hair and adding minoxidil, while others cautioned against it.

community Progress – 24.03.21 – 29.06.22 Finasteride 1mg a day

in Progress Pictures 1075 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride per day, with reports of no noticeable side effects and positive results. Other users have shared their experiences with different treatments, such as Dutasteride and Minoxidil.

community 6 Months of Minox + 1mg Fin 5x a week.

in Update 3 years ago

Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about side effects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.

community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

in Chat 62 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

community i hate how much i’m stressing about hair loss

in Chat 78 upvotes 1 year ago

Someone who is starting to experience hair loss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.

community Hair Tattoo as a substitue to hair transplant

in Transplants 517 upvotes 1 year ago

A hair tattoo substitute for a hair transplant, which many people felt was not a good idea. Several treatments were suggested as alternatives, such as Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) and wigs.