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    GlossaryVascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGFA)

    stimulates new blood vessel formation

    Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) is a protein that stimulates the formation of new blood vessels. It plays a crucial role in both normal processes like wound healing and the growth of hair, as well as in pathological conditions such as cancer, where it can promote tumor growth by increasing blood supply.

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      community Vegan Protein Powder Make Loss Worse?

      in Female  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is experiencing genetic hair loss and is using spironolactone and minoxidil without success. They are considering switching to vegan protein powder due to digestive issues and are concerned if it will worsen hair loss.

      community Hair re-growth in anorexia recovery

      in Female  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      Adequate nourishment and hormone replenishment helped with hair regrowth. Vegamour and Novo blends hair vitamins were also used but likely not effective alone.

      community 1.5 Year - Bad Results (HT, FIN, MINO, PRP, etc)

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their disappointing results after 1.5 years of hair treatments, including a hair transplant, finasteride, minoxidil, PRP, vegan shampoo, and more. They are considering switching to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and improving their microneedling routine.

      community Looking for suggestions on vitamins

      in Female  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is seeking affordable hair vitamins without biotin, already taking zinc and D3+K2, and has been dealing with chronic telogen effluvium since 2013. They previously used Nutrafol Vegan but found it too expensive.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  208 upvotes 4 days ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community Thoughts on this procyanidin B2 supplement?

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      User found 15% procyanidin B2 supplement and asks if it's legit. Recommended dosage is 400-600mg daily, similar to study, and user wonders if it's effective for hair loss.

      community losing hair as a female 17-18 years old feels terrible

      in Female  15 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hair loss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.

      community Methionine? Glycine?

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits and risks of using Methionine and Glycine for hair loss, with concerns about cancer risk if not balanced properly. The user seeks opinions on these amino acids for hair health and overall benefits.

      community My baby is balding! (Norwood 7)

      in Satire  1163 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about a baby with hair loss using adult hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, as well as dermarolling, scalp massages, and plans for PRP sessions. Suggestions include various other treatments and humorous advice, reflecting the satire of the situation.

      community Can a natural hair product like this one contribute to hair loss?

      in Styling 3 years ago
      A user likes a natural hair styling product that makes their hair look thicker and is seeking opinions on whether it could harm hair follicles. They also question if cold water is sufficient to wash the product out and mention they are experiencing hair thinning.

      community Anyone using oral castor oil in their stack?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using oral castor oil as a hair growth stimulant for beard and scalp hair. One user questions its use, noting castor oil is typically a laxative in the Philippines.

      community Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community Low iron and hair loss connection

      in Female  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

      community 16, female, losing a ton of hair

      in Female  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

      community What is going on with my scalp?

      in Female  25 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user named Mmherak is experiencing hair loss, with low B12 and iron deficiency, and has been recommended minoxidil and spironolactone by dermatologists. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, recommending treatments like Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole, and Selsun Blue.

      community 23 year old male 1mg fin everyday

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hair loss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community 6 months on Pyrilutamide- no results

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user applied pyrilutamide for 6 months without hair regrowth and is considering stopping due to cost and lack of results. Another user suggests switching to finasteride, which is cheaper and has shown regrowth for them.

      community Bryan Johnson’s Hairloss Regimine

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post is about Bryan Johnson's hair loss regimen, which includes dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, microneedling, and red laser therapy. The conversation includes discussions about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride and speculation about whether Bryan Johnson has had a hair transplant.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Organic Self Tanner on bald Scalp?

      in Shaved/buzzed  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.