research Cytotoxic Evaluation of Hair Relaxers and Straighteners Actives in Human-Derived Skin Cells
Hair relaxers and straighteners can be toxic to skin cells.
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research Hair Straightening: Techniques, Chemicals, and Evolution
Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
research Straight to the Point: What Do We Know So Far on Hair Straightening?
Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
research Methods of Hair Straightening: Temporary and Permanent Techniques
Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.
research Effects of Chemical Straighteners on the Hair Shaft and Scalp
Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
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5 / 13 resultscommunity Hair follicle neogenesis
A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.
community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)
The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.
community Novel Formulation To Put An End To Hair Loss Once And For All.
A pharmacy student proposed a hair loss treatment using minoxidil, finasteride, clascoterone, and tretinoin, aiming for high effectiveness with minimal side effects. Reactions were mixed, with some questioning its feasibility and others showing interest.
community Genuine Minoxidil Sanity Check-Tiktok Shops
A user bought Kirkland Minoxidil from a TikTok shop and sought confirmation of its authenticity through a bleach test, which some users warned could be dangerous. Many participants advised against buying from TikTok due to the risk of fakes, suggesting alternatives like buying from Costco or reputable online pharmacies.
community Anyone else freaking out over their barber using those thinning scissors
Thinning scissors can worsen the appearance of already thin hair. Some recommend being clear with barbers and using Minoxidil for hair loss.