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research Therapeutic Efficacy and Safety of a 1927-nm Fractionated Thulium Laser on Pattern Hair Loss: An Evaluator-Blinded, Split-Scalp Study

21 citations, January 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science”

The 1927-nm fractionated thulium laser treatment significantly improves hair thickness and count in pattern hair loss patients.

research Efficacy and Safety of Laser Therapy and Phototherapy in Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review Study

November 2024 in “Health Science Reports”

Light/laser therapy can effectively increase hair density in some types of alopecia, especially androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.

research Topical Solutions for Androgenetic Alopecia: Evaluating Efficacy and Safety

July 2024 in “Forum Dermatologicum”

Topical treatments for hair loss can be effective but need careful safety evaluation.

research Problems and Solutions for Platelet-Rich Plasma in Facial Rejuvenation: A Systematic Review

20 citations, October 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”

PRP shows promise for improving facial wrinkles, skin elasticity, and hair growth, but more research is needed to standardize its use and understand its effects.

Platelet-Rich Plasma in Combination With 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution and 1 mg Oral Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study

research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Combination With 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution and 1 mg Oral Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study

19 citations, May 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Combining platelet-rich plasma with 5% minoxidil solution improves hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia patients.

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community When I was in my 20s, skinny and with long hair, one of my biggest fear was being fat and bald in my 40s. Now that it’s come to pass, I’ve found there are better things to worry about. I started shaving my head in 05 when I was 32 and I can sum it all up in one word: Liberating.

in Shaved/buzzed 478 upvotes 3 years ago

Accepting hair loss, with solutions discussed including Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments, shaving the head as a liberating experience, and using beards to make up for lack of hair.

community Hair Loss Due To Chlorine and Hard Metals In Water?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair loss possibly caused by chlorine and heavy metals in water was addressed by using a shower filter, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP sessions, which stopped the hair loss but did not lead to regrowth. Other users suggested similar experiences and solutions, emphasizing the importance of a good water filter and patience for potential regrowth.

community Why do people downplay vitamin deficiency when 94% of Americans are vitamin D deficient?

in Research/Science 132 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.

community Fin, min , derma rolling, tretinoin, -5 months in (sorry for bad photos)

in Progress Pictures 80 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and tretinoin, with the user showing progress after five months. Tretinoin is mentioned to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil.

community (20) Found out a coworker likes me, what should I do?

in Chat 36 upvotes 2 months ago

A user with aggressive hair thinning is considering how to handle a coworker's interest in them. They are using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and are debating whether to keep using hair fibers, shave their head, or get a hair system.

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