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community Rate my routine? Just started 21y/o

in Product 1 year ago

A 21-year-old has started a hair loss routine using topical finasteride and minoxidil, Nioxin stage 4 products, and supplements like biotin. They are considering adding oral minoxidil but are advised to wait and see results first.

community 4 months of 1mg of fin a day and 5 months of topical minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 1053 upvotes 8 months ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg of finasteride daily, 3ml of topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D, and castor oil, with no side effects. Results appeared after two months, leading to discussions on treatment effectiveness and commitment.

community 18 Months Minoxidil 5% Before & After

in Progress Pictures 517 upvotes 1 year ago

The user used Minoxidil 5% for 18 months, seeing improved hair density but no change in the crown area. They are cautious about using Finasteride again due to past gynecomastia.

community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal

in Minoxidil 166 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.

community Hair gel makes my hair look terribly unhealthy?!

in Styling 267 upvotes 1 year ago

Avoid hair gel; use sea salt spray, matte clay, or styling powder for volume. Use finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.

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Telogen Effluvium: A Common Form of Hair Loss

research Telogen Effluvium

July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”

This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common form of hair loss, and reports no new clinical results; the authors outline possible causes, typical prognosis, and management strategies.

research Cyberspace Chat: An Examination of the Potential Benefits of Caffeine, Niacinamide, and Panthenol

September 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international”

This issue contains notes by Dr. Bradley Wolf and mentions comments by Dr. Jerry Cooley, but it presents no new research findings.

Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatments and Efficacy

research ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA

30 citations , January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This article reviews the genetic and psychological aspects of androgenetic alopecia in men and women, reporting no new clinical findings while emphasizing the broad impact of this hair loss condition.

research Situation-Specific Purposes and Epistemic Games: A Framework for Teaching the Evaluation of Causal Information

1 citations , July 2025 in “Science & Education”

This study introduces a framework to help laypeople evaluate scientific information based on its relevance to specific needs by categorizing causal information into two epistemic games, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions, with a focus on genetics education for practical application.

research Systematic review of platelet‐rich plasma in treating alopecia: Focusing on efficacy, safety, and therapeutic durability

24 citations , January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

This review found that platelet-rich plasma therapy improved hair growth and thickness in most studies on alopecia, with the highest improvement seen when combined with Minoxidil.

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