22 citations
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November 2010 in “Toxicological & Environmental Chemistry Reviews”
In this study, higher concentrations of Pb, Cd, Cu, and Zn were found in the hair of smokers and users of hair dyes compared to non-smokers and those with undyed hair.
8 citations
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology”
This study found that hairdyeing is more common among Korean women than men and among individuals with significant grayness, and it was not linked to higher scalp disease prevalence.
6 citations
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May 2020 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual”
This study found that while yak belly hair is chemically similar to human hair, its higher porosity and lower mechanical strength limit its usefulness as a substitute in hair dye development.
This case report indicates that contact dermatitis on the face can result from using a bleaching ointment containing ammonium bisulfite during hair-dyeing.
The user managed hair loss with RU58841 and finasteride but is now experiencing graying hair, possibly due to stopping oral minoxidil. Many responses suggest embracing or dyeing gray hair, emphasizing that having gray hair is preferable to balding.
The conversation is about a user defending their hair loss progress photos against accusations of being fake, explaining changes in hair color and texture due to dyeing and straightening. The user shares their treatment timeline, using dutasteride and minoxidil, and addresses side effects and skepticism from others.
Hair transplants and hair loss treatments like oral Fin and Min are discussed, with some humor about public figures' hair. Missing a single day of these treatments typically has little impact, but longer gaps can affect results.
A 28-year-old male shares his hair loss journey, starting with a hair transplant in February 2024 and using finasteride, later switching to dutasteride in January 2025. He has not used minoxidil and is satisfied with the results, despite some side effects like temporary nipple pain and a spike in libido.
Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.