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    GlossaryGray Hair

    reduced melanin production in hair follicles causes color loss

    Gray hair, also known as canities, occurs when the pigment-producing cells in hair follicles, called melanocytes, decrease their production of melanin. This reduction in melanin leads to hair strands losing their color and appearing gray or white. The process is often associated with aging but can also be influenced by genetic factors, stress, and certain medical conditions.

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      My hair loss accelerated after I (32M) turned 30

      community My hair loss accelerated after I (32M) turned 30

      in General  158 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 32-year-old male noticed accelerated hair loss after turning 30 and has been using minoxidil and finasteride with breaks, but stopped finasteride due to concerns about side effects. He is considering alternatives like topical treatments, ketoconazole shampoo, and possibly a future hair transplant.

      community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.

      community 1yr on fin and min. I guess im not bald anymore.

      in Update  201 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth experience using 1.25mg finasteride daily, alternating oral and topical minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. They reported significant improvement in their hairline and crown coverage over a year, with minimal side effects.