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4 / 4 resultslearn Scalp Micropigmentation
scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
learn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn Finasteride
Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
Research
5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Existence of a Linear System Consisting of Sympathetic Endings in Rat Skin
Rat skin has a linear system of nerve fibers linked to hair follicles and muscles.
research Delivery and Targeting of Nanoparticles into Hair Follicles
Nanoparticles can improve skin treatments by better targeting hair follicles, but more research is needed for advancement.
research The Science of Stretching Skin and Its Clinical Application
Understanding the science of skin stretching is crucial for safe and effective hair replacement techniques.
research Follicular Ichthyosis: A Study of Four Patients with Congenital Follicular Hyperkeratosis
The four patients have a unique type of ichthyosis affecting hair follicles.
research Effects of Epidermal Growth Factor on the Morphology and Patterns of DNA Synthesis in Isolated Human Hair Follicles
EGF makes hair follicles grow longer but stops hair production.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp
Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.
community Can't tell if I'm balding, or simply inheriting my father's bizarre hairline - please let me know your thoughts [33M]
A 33-year-old man is concerned about potential hair loss, comparing his hairline to his father's and noticing increased shedding and thinning. He is considering treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride but is unsure if he has male pattern baldness.
community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
community losing ground after a year with dut 0.5mg
A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.
community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle
Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.