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      community Microneedling depth. Does one length fit all areas of the scalp? Maybe not.

      in Microneedling  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

      community My progress with finasteride and minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  281 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects, and is considering switching to dutasteride. He applies minoxidil topically and takes finasteride daily, noting the importance of consistent lighting for progress photos.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community Almost 2 years on Fin, AMA, saved my hair

      in Progress Pictures  489 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride significantly improved hair density and confidence, with noticeable results after 8-9 months and no major side effects reported. The user chose finasteride over a finasteride and minoxidil combination due to ease and effectiveness, and plans to continue using it to maintain results.