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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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      community Difference between my hair wet and dry literally an hour apart

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  757 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on minoxidil and finasteride, with suggestions for microneedling and dermarolling to improve hair thickness. The original poster has used minoxidil for four years and finasteride for over a year but is exploring additional options for better results.

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

      in Update  364 upvotes 6 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.

      community Here is my hair regrowth plan

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.

      community Kind of cool early Fin + Min update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user noticed new dark hairs growing in previously bald areas after using oral finasteride and minoxidil for a month. They are pleased with the progress and find it interesting, even though they are content with a shaved head.