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GlossaryHair Extensions (weaves)

artificial or natural hair added to enhance length or volume

Hair extensions, also known as hair weaves or hair additions, are artificial or natural hair integrations that are added to a person's natural hair to enhance its length, volume, or fullness. They can be attached through various methods such as clip-ins, tape-ins, sew-ins, or bonding, and are commonly used for aesthetic purposes, to cover thinning areas, or to experiment with different hairstyles without making permanent changes.

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community oral minoxidil is coming in clutch fr

in Satire 641 upvotes 2 years ago

. This conversation is a satire post about a user who appears to have an abundance of hair, with other users commenting and asking questions about the treatments they use for their hair loss. Treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride.

community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?

in Chat 448 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.

community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy

in Satire 413 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.

community Why not use hair system instead of Topical Hassle

in Hair Systems 18 upvotes 1 month ago

Topical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are preferred for hair loss due to ease of use and natural appearance. Hair systems are considered high-maintenance and less genuine.

community Man fuck The Beatles they lyin

in Satire 211 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation humorously criticizes The Beatles for having more hair in old age than the user at 20. It includes mentions of finasteride and dutasteride as hair loss treatments.

community Why do people who do hard drugs have great hair?

in Chat 10 upvotes 1 year ago

People with great hair despite drug use likely have good genes. Some believe opioids might slow hair loss by lowering testosterone and DHT levels.

community My hair journey as a 20+ year old with genetic hair loss and thoughts of pregnancy soon

in Female 1 upvotes 1 month ago

A 28-year-old woman with genetic hair loss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatments for pregnancy and is concerned about potential hair loss during that time.

community LeBron James has the most mysterious hair

in Progress Pictures 166 upvotes 4 months ago

LeBron James likely uses hair transplants and possibly hair fibers or sprays to maintain his hairline, but his crown remains problematic. Despite his wealth, he hasn't fully resolved his hair loss, leading to speculation about his treatments and choices.

community When are we getting a cure to hair loss?

in Chat 1 year ago

Potential treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hair loss globally.

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

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 Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

in Update 104 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

community 2500-3000 grafts. 6 months post op. 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil bid.

in Transplants 3177 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named "Redbone2222" shares their positive experience with a hair transplant procedure of 2500-3000 grafts, along with the use of 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil. They express satisfaction with the results and believe that finasteride has been more effective for them than minoxidil.

community The pain is real. Man bursts into tears of happiness after seeing himself with hair.

in Transplants 903 upvotes 3 years ago

Man experiences happiness after seeing himself with hair, discussing treatments like transplants, hair systems, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. Users share experiences, societal expectations, and desire for accessible solutions.

community It’s crazy how it’s 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren’t even effective for many people.

136 upvotes 6 years ago

Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.

community Weaned myself off of minoxidil three months after starting HRT

in Transgender 6 upvotes 4 years ago

User stopped using minoxidil due to no growth and greasiness, but experienced hair regrowth after starting HRT with spironolactone and finasteride. Shared before and after photos, showing improvement in hair thickness.

community For people that keep saying Breezula is weaker than fin...

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 4 years ago

Breezula protects hair follicles from both testosterone and DHT, unlike finasteride, which only protects against DHT. This could potentially lead to significant hair regrowth, similar to results seen in transgender individuals using hormone blockers.

community Does anybody here know the formula thats basically a weaker version of minox?I know it involves peppermint oil but that's all I can remember

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses a natural alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss, with users suggesting peppermint oil and rosemary oil as potential weaker substitutes.

community 5 months Finasteride and minoxidil. The waves make my hair look thinner I know but I can’t really see my scalp now under any lighting.

in Progress Pictures 72 upvotes 1 year ago

A person's successful 5-month hair loss treatment using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Questions and comments from others focus on the source of the treatments and application methods.

community Not all generic medications are made equal. Some work great, some weaker, and some are dangerous. What Pharmaceutical makes your current/past generic Finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the variability in effectiveness and safety of generic finasteride from different manufacturers, with some generics potentially containing impurities. Users shared their experiences with various brands, questioning if different brands affect hair loss treatment outcomes.

community I attempted to explain why Saw Palmetto is BS, now I think taking it with Fin isn't a bad idea.

in Finasteride 6 upvotes 6 years ago

Saw Palmetto may act like a weaker version of finasteride and could be too weak to treat male pattern baldness (MPB) on its own. However, combining Saw Palmetto with low doses of finasteride might increase effectiveness with less risk of prostate shrinkage and sexual side effects.

community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 6 months ago

NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community Anyone used hair forte 3%? If so, how was it?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 7 months ago

A user was prescribed Hair Forte 3%, a weaker version of Minoxidil, by their dermatologist. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness.

community When people say shedding, what do they exactly mean

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 4 months ago

Shedding after a break from minoxidil or RU58841 means hair falls out or becomes thinner and weaker quickly before falling. The discussion clarifies the nature of hair shedding with these treatments.

community Anyone tried Stemoxydine twice daily?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using Stemoxydine, a hair growth stimulant considered weaker than Minoxidil, and questions whether applying it twice daily could improve results similar to twice-daily Minoxidil applications.

community Anyone here using both Alfatradiol and Fluridil?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

User asks if stacking Alfatradiol and Fluridil is effective for hair loss. Alfatradiol is a weaker, topical 5ar inhibitor, while Fluridil is an anti-androgen preventing DHT binding to hair follicles.

community How many of you are on fin and how many are on dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 38 upvotes 1 month ago

Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.

community Can anyone confidently say their erections are the same on fin ?

in Chat 240 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sexual function, with many users reporting reduced libido and weaker erections despite continuing the treatment to prevent hair loss. Some users suggest checking hormone levels or switching to different dosages or treatments like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences regarding the severity of side effects.

community Update: Chest discomfort from RU58841

in Update 35 upvotes 10 months ago

A user experienced severe chest pains and shortness of breath after using RU58841 for hair loss and was advised by a doctor that blocking androgens can weaken the heart. They decided to continue with finasteride, minoxidil, and a hair transplant instead.

community 1 Month on Oral Fin, 5% Topical Minoxidil, 27 M

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male shares his 1-month progress using oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for male pattern baldness. He noticed his hair getting thinner and weaker before starting the treatment.

community 2 months Fin/min update. 1mg fin a day, 5%min-0.1%fin topical twice a day, Vitamin D3 50,000 IU once a week.

in Progress Pictures 23 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their 2-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride topically twice a day, and Vitamin D3 weekly. They experienced initial side effects like weaker erections and mood swings, which resolved after one month.