September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
This study found that after four weeks of daily use, the roughness of the hair surface significantly decreased, as shown through quantitative image analysis using HIROX.
In this study, a polyphenol and biotin supplement improved skin roughness and significantly reduced hair shedding, but did not demonstrate clear superiority over placebo in overall skin outcomes.
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July 2003 in “ACM Transactions on Graphics”
In this study, a new shading model for hair was developed that better matches real-life light scattering, thanks to detailed new measurements of hair fiber scattering not predicted by existing models.
This study introduced a new hair shading model that more accurately simulates light scattering on hair fibers, capturing effects not predicted by previous models.
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January 2017 in “Ancient science of life/Ancient Science of Life”
This study reported that Vatika Enriched Coconut Hair Oil was safe and more effective than regular coconut oil in reducing hair fall, controlling dandruff, and enhancing hair condition, such as shininess and tensile strength, in women over an 8-week period with no adverse effects.
A user shared their experience 6 months after a hair transplant of 3361 grafts by Dr. Thiago Bianco in Brazil, costing about $10,000. The user noted initial roughness in the transplanted hair, which improved by months 5-6, and reported the donor area looked untouched.
A 27-year-old male has been using 1.25mg finasteride for 5 months and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 2 months, along with biotin and vitamin D supplements, to improve hair growth. He reports some progress and side effects like reduced libido, and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and possibly adding dutasteride after a year.
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil since September 2023, experiencing heavy shedding but seeing progress. They also use ketoconazole shampoo and briefly tried a topical finasteride + minoxidil solution, which seemed to worsen their hair density.
A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.
The user experienced significant regrowth in the crown and hairline using 1.25mg finasteride daily for 13 months but noticed thinner scalp density. Suggestions included adding topical minoxidil or 0.5mg dutasteride, as scalp regrowth may lag behind other areas.
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.