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research Hair Care Practices and Structural Evaluation of Scalp and Hair Shaft Parameters in African American and Caucasian Women

25 citations, August 2015 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.

research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders

68 citations, August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.

research Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Agonist Induced Piloerection Protects Against the Development of Traction Alopecia

5 citations, December 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Using a certain drug on the skin can help prevent hair loss caused by pulling on the hair.

research The Impact of Shampoo Wash Frequency on Scalp and Hair Conditions

4 citations, January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Washing hair daily is better and preferred, with no negative effects.

research Methods of Hair Straightening: Temporary and Permanent Techniques

October 2015 in “Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.

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community Finasteride only 9 months update

in Progress Pictures 474 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.

community If minoxidil helped you with thinning temples or just in general please comment or upvote this!

in Research/Science 203 upvotes 9 months ago

Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hair growth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.

community Red light therapy - research says they work, reviews say they don't - Turns out commercial device are severely under-powered, so could this actually work?

in Technology 72 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hair growth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.

community Recent Study finds Laser caps are more effective than 5% minoxidil for AGA

in Research/Science 124 upvotes 8 months ago

Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.

community 3 Months – Fin/Min Micro dosing, micro needling and massaging

in Update 383 upvotes 1 year ago

User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.

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