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chemical element essential for electronics and hair health

Silicon is a chemical element with the symbol Si and atomic number 14. It is a crucial component in the production of semiconductors, which are essential for electronic devices like computers and smartphones. In the context of hair and biology, silicon is also found in trace amounts in the human body and is believed to contribute to the strength and health of hair, skin, and nails.

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community Silicon Valley backed company aims to cure hair loss

in Technology 51 upvotes 2 years ago

A Silicon Valley-backed company aims to cure hair loss. Exciting advancements include mRNA therapies, gene editing, hair cloning, AR degraders, anti-androgens, cell-based rejuvenation, and AI-based drug discovery, with hopes for FDA approval of GT20029 within 10 years.

community Do silicone based shampoos/conditioners affect the absorption of topicald?

in Product 3 upvotes 7 months ago

Silicone-based shampoos and conditioners may leave a layer on the scalp that could affect the absorption of topical hair loss treatments like Fluridil. The user is considering switching to silicone products to manage frizzy hair but is concerned about this potential issue.

community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidil absorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.

community Ketoconazole shampoo with a brush

in Ketoconazole 1 upvotes 6 months ago

Using a silicone shampoo brush with ketoconazole shampoo may increase hair shedding if used roughly. Hair that sheds during shampooing would have fallen out eventually.

community Can using a scalp massager help with topical finasteride/minoxidil absorption?

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 2 years ago

Using a silicone scalp massager may help with dandruff and potentially improve the absorption of minoxidil and finasteride. The user has noticed peach fuzz growth after using minoxidil for over a month and finasteride for almost a month.

community Daily scalp massages lead to more hair loss or not?

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user applies castor oil and uses silicon scalp massagers daily, questioning if the massages cause more hair loss or if the hairs would fall out naturally. They believe the hairs are in the telogen phase and would shed regardless of the massage.

community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

community Update: Exactly one year of treatment

in Progress Pictures 686 upvotes 2 months ago

The user shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, rosemary oil, and a silicone head massager, along with a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They are happy with the results but acknowledge some hair loss is still visible, especially when wet.

community How To Deal With Dry Frizzy Hair While Using Minoxidil

in Advice 8 upvotes 6 years ago

The post discusses dealing with dry, frizzy hair while using Minoxidil. The user suggests avoiding alcohol-based products and considering silicone shampoo to protect hair.

community I just bought Hair Gro by New Nordic. Has anyone else used it before?

in Product 5 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is seeking feedback on "Hair Gro" by New Nordic, which they are using alongside Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and castor oil for hair growth. They plan to update on their progress with the product, which contains ingredients like apple extract, millet extract, tocotrienols, tocopherol, L-Methionine, silicon, zinc, and biotin.

community I am using toppik, have thinning hair. How and when to tell girls I date that I use hair fibers?

in Styling 10 upvotes 1 year ago

User with thinning hair uses Toppik and wonders when to tell dates about it. Responses vary, some suggest not mentioning it, others recommend honesty after building a connection.

community My 2 cents about shampoos, the thing that stopped me shedding hairs like crazy

in Product 41 upvotes 4 months ago

Using regular Head & Shoulders shampoo stopped hair shedding and itchiness, unlike natural shampoos and oils. Minoxidil and finasteride were also used but didn't stop the shedding.

community Caffiene shampoos left in for 2 minutes show comparable results to Minoxidil, and may work differently than Minoxidil, which can add to your stack, or work for non responders

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 6 months ago

Caffeine shampoos show comparable results to Minoxidil and may enhance its effects when used together. Caffeine can be detected in the scalp up to 24 hours after a 2-minute application, making it an affordable treatment option.

community Best shampoo and conditioner for hair loss

in Product 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.

community Is there a consensus on a "best conditioner" to use?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about finding the best conditioner for hair loss, with a mention that Ketoconazole shampoo is recommended for reversing hair loss. Users suggest that most "hair growth" conditioners are ineffective and discuss using anti-dandruff conditioners with piroctone olamine.

community What is the best conditioner to combine with using ketoconazole-based shampoo?

in Ketoconazole 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion involves using ketoconazole-based shampoo causing dry and rough hair. Seeking best conditioner to counteract these side effects.

community 4 months on 2.5 mg OM, no improvement

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 1 year ago

After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.

community Help with hair loss due to Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.

community Dutasteride (.5mg) is some strong stuff!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 58 upvotes 3 years ago

User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.

community What are the best hair care products for us who use minox, keto, fin, and microneedling? Share!

in Product 14 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair care products for those using minox, keto, fin, and microneedling are discussed. Nizoral 2%, Revita shampoo, Nioxin system 2, Aveda thickening tonic, Hanz De Fuko Claymation, and Morrocanoil Texture Clay are mentioned as options.

community 2 months progress, topical Du 1x week, microneedling, red light therapy

in Progress Pictures 30 upvotes 6 months ago

The post discusses a user's 2-month progress in treating hair loss using topical Du once a week, microneedling, and red light therapy. The user notes that red light therapy is primarily for face and body inflammation but also applies it to the scalp.

community (33 M) 7 weeks Topical fin + Min, ru, keto, derma stamp results

in Progress Pictures 118 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "natiggiz" shared their early progress in filling in bald patches using topical finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole, and derma stamp. Other users commented on the great results and expressed jealousy.

community I'm tired, boss. I fought. Now I seem to be losing.

in Update 23 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.

community 4 years on finasteride and Minoxidil with great success. Ask me stuff!

in Progress Pictures 950 upvotes 2 years ago

. ummwhatsure: No it doesn't. I started losing my hair around 27/28. This user has had great success with a combination of finasteride and Minoxidil, taking 1 milligram of finasteride per day and applying Minoxidil twice daily for 4 years, starting when they were 31. They experienced some shedding in the first two years, but now have thicker, fuller hair than before.

community Future hope ? What do you guys predict ? clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029 etc.

in Treatment 15 upvotes 3 years ago

User tried oral finasteride, topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, and RU58841 but experienced side effects. They discuss upcoming treatments like clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029, and KY19382 as potential options.

community anti-androgens help with chronic seborric dermatitis ?! and hence diffuse thinning

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 3 weeks ago

An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and various shampoos without success. They are considering anti-androgens like RU58841 and KX-826 for oil control and dandruff reduction.

community My male pattern baldness journey from age 18 to 29

in Shaved/buzzed 82 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their experience with male pattern baldness and accepting baldness after shaving their head at age 29. Some responses suggest treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others discuss acceptance and personal experiences with hair loss.

community 4 month progress pictures. Started on topical fin, now switching to oral to maintain.

in Progress Pictures 70 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 4-month progress pictures after using Minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral, and scalp massage for hair loss. They're now switching from topical to oral finasteride to maintain the results.

community Give me courage, friends! / Is finasteride response correlated with aggressiveness of hair loss?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using topical finasteride for seven months and minoxidil for three years, with added tretinoin gel for ten months, and is experiencing continuous shedding without signs of regrowth. They are questioning if the amount of shedding is normal at this stage of treatment and if there's a correlation between finasteride response and the rate of hair loss.

community Hope for older men! 57 year old male 6 mo. progress pics. Minoxidil, RU58841, Microneedling, Nizoral

in Progress Pictures 27 upvotes 2 years ago

A 57-year-old man shared his 6-month hair regrowth progress using RU58841, Minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral. He experienced significant improvement, with a smaller bald spot, thicker hair, and hairline regrowth.