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natural coloring of tissues due to pigments like melanin

Pigmentation refers to the natural coloring of an organism's tissues, primarily due to the presence of pigments like melanin in the skin, hair, and eyes. In humans, variations in pigmentation are responsible for different skin tones and hair colors, and changes in pigmentation can be indicative of certain medical conditions or genetic factors.

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community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 3 months ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community My journey from Norwood 3.5/4 to Norwood 0

in Transplants 248 upvotes 10 months ago

A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 332 upvotes 1 year ago

A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

community I’ve been shaving my head for 15 years. Is there anything out there that can truly regrow hair?

in Hair Systems 1 year ago

A user who has been shaving his head for 15 years looking for potential treatments to regrow hair; the replies range from advice to try out medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, to suggestions of changing up his look with facial hair or hobbies.

community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.

community To all the young non-responders out there

in Update 120 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 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

in Chat 29 upvotes 4 weeks ago

The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

community 1 year progress. That's why i say consistency is key.

in Progress Pictures 312 upvotes 2 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after resuming treatment with oral minoxidil and dutasteride, following an initial period of using finasteride and minoxidil. They noted improvements in hair density and pigmentation, attributing the progress to consistent use of these treatments.

community 2years progress (21 years old)

in Progress Pictures 107 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their two-year progress using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and occasional microneedling, noting no significant changes but a halt in hair loss progression. They recently started oral minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant.

community Can Finasteride be Enough to thicken hair?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 22 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is using topical finasteride and is considering adding minoxidil despite concerns about dependency and side effects. Another user suggests that finasteride alone can reverse hair loss, but adding minoxidil and microneedling may improve results.

community After Years of Treatment, I'm Shaving my Head and Giving Up

in Shaved/buzzed 118 upvotes 2 months ago

After years of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success, the individual decided to shave their head and stop treatment. They considered scalp micropigmentation and hair systems but ultimately accepted their hair loss.

community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

in Chat 204 upvotes 1 year ago

User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

community Body Hair Transplants with Buzzcut

in Transplants 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Body hair transplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.

community Andreas Townsend takes 15mg Fin 2x per day 🤣

in Satire 796 upvotes 1 year ago

Andreas Townsend's hair growth, likely due to a combination of finasteride and minoxidil treatments, as well as possibly a hair transplant. People have been discussing the efficacy of these treatments in achieving Townsend's level of hair growth.

community Almost one year of 1mg daily of fin ONLY – keep going bros!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 380 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with finasteride for hair loss, and their progress after one year of taking it daily. Others encouraged the user to keep going and asked about their results.

community I think the hairloss finally delivered me a depression

19 upvotes 6 years ago

User struggles with hair loss after 2.5 years on minoxidil and 1 year on finasteride, feeling depressed. Replies suggest accepting the situation and not focusing on baldness in public.

community Increased Coffee intake resulted in massive shed

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 3 months ago

Increased coffee intake might be linked to hair shedding, but the cause is unclear. The user is on finasteride and has increased water intake, possibly affecting electrolyte balance.

community 11 months on fin + min. Thoughts?

in Progress Pictures 920 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.

community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 6 months ago

Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.

community 22M 8.5 months oral fin / 4 months topical min

in Progress Pictures 580 upvotes 10 months ago

A 22-year-old man shared his 8.5-month experience with oral finasteride and 4-month experience with topical minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement in hair density and hairline without side effects. Other users expressed envy and curiosity about his results, with some sharing their own varied experiences with hair loss treatments.

community Severe hair thinning at 17 years old taking a huge toll on my life..

in Chat 26 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a 17-year-old experiencing severe hair thinning and the advice given is to see a dermatologist or doctor to check for underlying health issues or to start treatment early if it's male pattern baldness.

community Taking Charge of Your Hair: The "Big 3 Stack" Explained for 2023

in Research/Science 129 upvotes 1 year ago

The "Big 3 Stack" for hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hair loss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.

community It's over. Hairline has fallen. Millions must shave.

in Update 467 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has tried various medications and treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and nizoral shampoo, but has not seen any progress. They have decided to shave their head. Other users suggest options such as hair transplants, RU58841, hair units, and scalp micropigmentation.

community 6 years post transplant.. NO meds

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 Is it possible to get an HT without scarring? (when you’re fully shaved)

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

User is 25, using oral finasteride for 4 years, topical minoxidil for 3 years, and microneedling. They ask if hair transplant can be done without scarring when shaving head completely bald later.

community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (2.5 months progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% once a week.

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 1 year ago

User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.

community Action plan without finasteride

in Product 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their hair loss treatment plan using Revita tablets, Sulforaphane, Minoxidil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Replies suggest that without finasteride, the plan is unlikely to be effective, and recommend either using finasteride or shaving their head.

community Finally took the plunge and went down to no guard.

in Shaved/buzzed 269 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who shaved their head and noticed red bumps on their scalp afterwards, with advice ranging from growing out facial hair to smiling more.

community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.