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    GlossaryMechanical Damage

    physical harm to hair from brushing or heat styling

    Mechanical damage refers to the physical harm caused to hair fibers due to external forces such as brushing, combing, or styling with heat tools. This type of damage can lead to split ends, breakage, and a rough hair texture. For professionals, understanding mechanical damage is crucial for advising clients on proper hair care techniques to minimize harm and maintain hair health.

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      community I am actually regrowing my hairline without minoxidil or finasteride (mechanical stimulation)

       130 upvotes 7 years ago
      Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community Why does MPB only affect the scalp

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.