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GlossaryEthnic Skin

skin with higher melanin levels, common in African, Asian, Latin, and Native American descent

Ethnic Skin, also known as Skin of Color, refers to the skin types of individuals with higher levels of melanin, including those of African, Asian, Latin, and Native American descent. This type of skin is more prone to certain conditions such as hyperpigmentation, keloids, and melasma, and may respond differently to treatments and products compared to lighter skin tones.

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research Aesthetic Considerations for Ethnic Skin

8 citations, September 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery”

Ethnic skin care needs culturally sensitive assessments and tailored treatments.

research Ethnic Hair And Skin: What Is The State Of The Science?

2 citations, May 2002 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Ethnic differences in hair and skin are significant and under-researched, requiring tailored dermatologic treatments and more study.

research Laser Therapy on Darker Ethnic Skin

35 citations, October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics”

Laser therapy on darker skin has higher risks and needs expert handling.

research Patient Satisfaction and Complications Following Laser Hair Removal in Ethnic Skin

11 citations, March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Most patients with dark skin were satisfied with laser hair removal and had few complications.

research Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract: A New Active Solution to Control Hyper-Seborrhea for Multi-Ethnic Skins

1 citations, September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Backhousia citriodora leaf extract effectively reduces oily skin across different ethnic groups.

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community What regimen do I need to get this hairline?

in Satire 363 upvotes 1 year ago

Discussing a regimen to improve the user's hairline, with treatments proposed including minoxidil, rectal microneedling, IV drip of minoxidil, laser removal, PRP injection, topical minoxidil, divine protein shakes, stem cell injections, and keto shampoo.

community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

in Update 147 upvotes 6 months ago

A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1102 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.

community Seeking Feedback on My Hair Transplant Results: Is My Hairline Proper?

in Progress Pictures 461 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about a user sharing their hair transplant results and seeking feedback. They are taking finasteride, minoxidil, oral minoxidil, vitamins, and using special shampoo to maintain their hair.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 594 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

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