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research Lack of effect of spironolactone on hair shaft diameter in hirsute females

23 citations , July 1989 in “Postgraduate medical journal”

This study found that spironolactone 100 mg daily did not demonstrate objective benefits in managing idiopathic hirsutism, as it increased hair shaft diameter without reducing serum androgen levels.

research A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study of Hair Density and Hair Shaft Diameter of Different Severities of Anterior Scalp Marginal Traction Alopecia in Women

December 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders”

Traction alopecia reduces hair density and thickness; proper hair care can help prevent it.

research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft among Women with Hirsutism

April 2011 in “Global journal of health science”

In this study, spironolactone alone and combined with oral contraceptive pills significantly reduced hair shaft diameter in women with hirsutism, with the combined treatment showing the most substantial improvement.

Evidence from a Humanized Mouse Model of Androgenetic Alopecia That Platelet-Rich Plasma Stimulates Hair Regrowth, Hair Shaft Diameter, and Vellus-to-Terminal Hair Reconversion In Vivo

research Evidence from a humanized mouse model of androgenetic alopecia that platelet‐rich plasma stimulates hair regrowth, hair shaft diameter and vellus‐to‐terminal hair reconversion in vivo

March 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study using a humanized mouse model of androgenetic alopecia suggests that platelet-rich plasma may promote hair regrowth and improve hair characteristics in vivo.

research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft among Women with Hirsutism

April 2011 in “Global journal of health science”

This study found that spironolactone alone or with oral contraceptive pills significantly reduced hair shaft diameter in women with hirsutism, with the greatest reduction observed for the combination treatment.

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community Hair Shaft Diameter and Density Comparison

13 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The conversation discusses differences in hair shaft diameter and density between thinning and denser areas on the scalp. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community GHK-Cu helping with reducing hairloss

32 upvotes 1 month ago

Using topical GHK-Cu 4% has reduced hair shedding, increased hair shaft diameter, and improved scalp health, but no new hair growth was observed. The user continues to use 10% Minoxidil and 1mg oral Finasteride alongside GHK-Cu.

community Here's my before & after FUE Hair Transplant. NW5a, 3659 grafts. Truly Life Changing! Can't believe how it thickened up from month 4. Like watching a magic trick haha

349 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared their successful FUE hair transplant experience, showing significant improvement from month 4 to month 12 after receiving 3659 grafts. The procedure was done in Portugal with Dr. Bruno Ferreira, and the user emphasized the importance of choosing a skilled surgeon for optimal results.

community Anyone tried adenosine for hair loss? Share your experience

4 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is seeking experiences with adenosine for hair loss, asking about its effectiveness, usage duration, and combination with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Another user mentions difficulty sourcing adenosine and comments on the mixed quality of research.

community Peppermint oil for Hair Thickness

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 10 months ago

Peppermint oil may increase hair thickness more effectively than minoxidil, but its effects are mostly studied in animals. Users report mixed results, with some seeing no regrowth and others noting slight improvements when combined with other treatments.

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learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Exosomes

Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles

learn Ketoconazole

antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

learn Thymosin Beta 4

learn Cetirizine

How does cetirizine reduce inflammation linked to hair loss? Cetirizine is proposed to lower prostaglandin D2 and raise prostaglandin E2 around hair follicles; three small trials of a compounded 1% topical report modest increases in hair density and shaft thickness, with minoxidil doing better head-to-head. Topical cetirizine is off-label and unapproved for hair loss, and the evidence is too thin to call it effective or safe.

learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

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