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    GlossaryFriction

    resistance encountered when surfaces move against each other

    Friction is the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another. In the context of hair and alopecia, friction can refer to the mechanical stress exerted on hair strands due to rubbing against surfaces like pillows, hats, or even other hair strands, which can lead to hair breakage or loss over time.

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      community Min without fin (unique problem)

      in General  37 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss from headspin friction might be improved with minoxidil if follicles are healthy. Finasteride isn't needed, and microneedling is suggested.

      community Silk pillowcases are such a game changer

      in Chat  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silk pillowcases reduce hair breakage and shedding by causing less friction, making hair appear healthier. They don't prevent hair loss but improve hair condition and comfort.

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

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years 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 Hairline slowly coming back from the dead 💀

      in Is this regrowth?  481 upvotes 4 days ago
      A user experienced positive hair regrowth using oral and topical minoxidil, oral dutasteride, microneedling, and supplements. They noted improved hairline and temple density with minor side effects like a few forehead pimples.

      community Hair transplanting pubes and ass hairs: Pros and cons

      in Satire  304 upvotes 2 months ago
      Transplanting pubic and butt hair to the head is discussed humorously, highlighting pros like DHT resistance and cons like poor blending and appearance. Users joke about using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 on unconventional donor areas.