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GlossaryScalp Micropigmentation (scalp tattoo)

non-surgical procedure using tiny tattoos to mimic hair follicles

Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that involves the application of tiny, tattoo-like dots of pigment onto the scalp to mimic the appearance of hair follicles. This technique is often used to create the illusion of a fuller head of hair, camouflage scars, or enhance the look of a shaved head, making it a popular option for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning.

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community Hiding Baldness with Side Hair Growth

rezatvs in Styling 145 upvotes 1 year ago

User hides baldness with side hair growth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.

community Started balding at 20, tried everything, gave up. Then got a custom hair piece & it helped me embrace being bald! AMA

Derekbair in Hair Systems 488 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hair loss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.

community Finasteride and minoxidil seem to do wonders, two months update

sexycoldturtle in Progress Pictures 282 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and minoxidil show significant hair growth in two months. User might skip hair transplant if progress continues.

community I think the hairloss finally delivered me a depression

sidwell14 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 Refused to take pictures at my friends wedding because i’m balding

ThrowAwa567327 in Chat 255 upvotes 6 months ago

A user expressed deep frustration and embarrassment about balding, especially at a friend's wedding, and mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and offered support, with some suggesting therapy and hair treatments.

community Doctors won't let me try bicalutamide or fin

ASS_MASTER_GENERAL in Female 7 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include 200mg Spiro, bicalutamide, and finasteride. Endocrinologist advises against bicalutamide and finasteride due to potency and risks.

community Progress update: 7 months since starting treatment hair is a bit longer now. Happy with results so far. fin / min

PersonalityUnlucky in Progress Pictures 431 upvotes 3 years ago

Person shared 7-month progress of hair growth using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. Happy with results, experienced minimal shedding, and applies double dose of minoxidil at night.

community As step up from scalp micro pigmentation

TheTraceur in Satire 342 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about someone using finasteride and minoxidil along with microneedling as a treatment for hair loss, and there's a mention of scalp tattooing as an alternative or additional approach. Some responses mock the approach, while others inquire about the specifics of the treatment and its effectiveness.

community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

SnoogansByJay in Progress Pictures 492 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

community Hair looks extremely thin under sunlight!

Vendingstyle in Chat 26 upvotes 3 months ago

A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.

community #BIG4 plus vitamins and biotin/ 6 Months results/ 26 years old/ Extreme MPB

One-Guava8397 in Progress Pictures 240 upvotes 3 years ago

A 26-year-old with extreme male pattern baldness saw hair regrowth after 6 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral, a vitamin complex, biotin, and a shampoo with baicapil. Continuation of treatment is necessary to maintain results; stopping may lead to hair loss, making a hair transplant a potential future option.

community Has anyone over age 35+ succeeded with Fin, dut or min

AdPrimary4289 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 7 months ago

People over 35 have seen success with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss. Results vary, with some noticing improvements in hair volume and hairline, while others emphasize patience and managing expectations.

community No motivation to workout because I’ll be bald no matter what

edn995 in Chat 78 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss affecting motivation to work out. The original poster is using dutasteride and minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground… 25m What should I do?

flummoxed_pegasus in Treatment 33 upvotes 10 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.

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

ALTITUDE10K 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 Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

rhughes490 in Treatment 247 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

community I don't care if it's thin, I'm keeping it long. 2 yr HT, 1 yr Fin

Hoodibird in Progress Pictures 291 upvotes 4 months ago

OP underwent a hair transplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thin hair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.

community Wouldn’t it be funny if there already was a drug that existed which reactivated sleeping follicles? It would be our own version of Ozempic

throwawayayeyeyay in Research/Science 204 upvotes 1 month ago

PP405 shows promise for reactivating hair follicles, with potential maintenance using 5AR inhibitors. Current treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are effective but have limitations, and there is hope for more effective solutions in the future.

community 23M. No motivation to take topical min and dut tablets anymore. Please help.

cnx_2000 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 67 upvotes 6 months ago

A 23-year-old male, experiencing hair loss since his teens, struggles with motivation to continue using minoxidil and dutasteride due to depression and stress. Suggestions include resuming medication, therapy, improving mental well-being, and considering lifestyle changes like exercise and social support.

community Hair Tattoo as a substitue to hair transplant

ariiza 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.

community Scalp micropigmentation (smp) after 1 year

One-Possibility-9377 in SMP 21 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared their experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) after one year. They discussed using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments for hair loss.

community I know that wanting a cure is unrealistic and too much to ask. But I at least want medicine that will work reliably for almost everyone.

Significant_Web1562 in Chat 51 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users agree these treatments help maintain hair but don't guarantee miraculous regrowth, emphasizing early intervention for best results.

community 2 years of fin, 14 months of min and microneedling, not as good results as some posted here but im happy

Spascucci in Progress Pictures 107 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who has had positive results from using finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling for hair loss over the past two years. Replies to this post congratulated the user on their progress and praised them for their success.

community To all the young non-responders out there

ZizekFan69 in Update 119 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 NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

ConstructionSome7534 in Transplants 142 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

HealthyCourage5649 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 Scalp Micropigmentation while having hair

proactivelad in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User discusses scalp micropigmentation for denser hair appearance and its benefits compared to lifelong treatments. Special ink is used, which can fade and blur over time but can be topped up.

community Tattooing Hair Loss Drugs into your Scalp

roystreetcoffee in Treatment 104 upvotes 3 months ago

Tattooing hair loss drugs like minoxidil and dutasteride into the scalp is discussed as an alternative to daily pills, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and convenience. Some users report positive results, but concerns about cost, potential side effects, and the procedure's discomfort are noted.

community Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.

Kitchen_Plastic_2847 in Update 594 upvotes 1 year ago

Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.

community Starting losing my hair at 20 then did Scalp micropigmentation at 30 Best thing I ever did

Joeyt21 105 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically Scalp Micropigmentation and potentially Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841.