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research Growth Inhibition and Transient Temperature Measurement of Laser-Irradiated Hair Fibers and Follicles

January 2000 in “Optics Letters”

This study found that the maximum infrared temperature of laser-irradiated hair depends on melanin type, with eumelanin-rich hair reaching higher temperatures than pheomelanin-containing hair.

research Measurement of hair growth

26 citations , March 1986 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.

Analyzing the Laser-Light Reflection from Human Hair Fibers: Deriving a Measure of Hair Luster

research Analyzing the laser‐light reflection from human hair fibers. II. Deriving a measure of hair luster

11 citations , July 2004 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

The conclusion is that a new method to measure hair shine was confirmed to match people's visual assessments.

research The P&P Hairline Laser: A Novel Hands-Free Laser-Assisted Hairline Device for Hair Restoration Surgery

September 2021 in “Hair transplant forum international”

In this study, the P&P Hairline Laser, a hands-free laser-assisted device, was found to produce smoother and more symmetrical hairlines compared to traditional handheld laser devices.

research Harmonizing Measurement of Satisfaction With Acne Scar Treatments: Can We All Sing the Same Tune?

June 2021 in “Dermatologic surgery”

This review discusses the measurement of patient satisfaction in acne scar treatment studies, highlighting the need for standardized satisfaction questions to enhance comparability and future research; it reports no new clinical results.

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

in Research/Science 124 upvotes 2 years 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 How much caffeine to add to home solution

4 upvotes 3 years ago

A user is creating a home topical solution for hair loss using zinc, essential oils, and caffeine, aiming for a 0.001% caffeine concentration. They also use topical finasteride and are considering other treatments like low-level laser therapy, while discussing the effectiveness of various hair loss treatments with others.

community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

in Chat 35 upvotes 1 year ago

Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

community i got more results 1 month 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride then i did 6 months on finasteride and topical minoxidil

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 49 upvotes 2 years ago

A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topical minoxidil, calling topical minoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topical minoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.

community Anyone else get their hormone levels checked on dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride effectively reduces DHT levels and significantly increases testosterone levels. Users are cautious about adding oral minoxidil due to potential heart issues and are considering dosage adjustments with medical guidance.

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learn Low Level Laser Therapy

laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects

Is laser therapy safe to use at home, or should it always be done in a clinic? Laser therapy can be safe to use at home if using FDA-approved devices.
How does low level laser therapy actually stimulate hair growth? Low-level laser therapy stimulates hair growth by enhancing cellular energy production in hair follicles.
How many sessions of laser therapy are usually needed before noticing thicker hair? Visible improvement in hair thickness typically appears after three to six months of treatment.
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