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    GlossaryMacrofibrils

    large structural components within hair fibers, enhancing strength and elasticity

    Macrofibrils are large, structural components found within hair fibers, composed of smaller units called microfibrils. These macrofibrils contribute to the strength and elasticity of hair, playing a crucial role in its overall integrity and resilience.

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      Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair

      research Characteristic Microstructure of Curved Human Hair

      January 2009 in “Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakaishi/Journal of S C C./Nihon Keshouhin Gijutsushakai kaishi”
      Curved human hair has different structures on each side, which might cause its shape and is similar to wool.

      research Contribution to Hair Medulla Study

      4 citations , January 1981 in “PubMed”
      Hair medullary cells in mammals vary in complexity, with humans having more structured cells similar to inner root sheath cells.
      Insights on the Mechanical Behavior of Keratin Fibrils

      research Insights on the Mechanical Behavior of Keratin Fibrils

      13 citations , May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules”
      Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.

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      community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)

      in Update  364 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
      M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      community M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      by macro in Finasteride  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride but had to stop due to high liver enzyme levels. They plan to pause treatment for a month to see if their liver values return to normal.

      community Feeling really down and hair loss is slowly destroying me

      in Chat  83 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a person struggling with aggressive hair loss and feeling depressed, who has tried finasteride but is experiencing sexual side effects. Others suggest various treatments like reducing finasteride dosage, trying minoxidil, dermarolling, addressing health and hormonal issues, and accepting baldness.