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research An in vivo method for the detection of somatic mutations at the cellular level in mice

11 citations , February 1982 in “Mutation Research/Fundamental and Molecular Mechanisms of Mutagenesis”

This study reports that treatment with X-rays or procarbazine induced dose-dependent mutations in melanocytes in mouse hair follicles, showing similar mutation rates to previous methods.

research Ultrastructural abnormalities in the dermal papillae of both lesional and clinically normal follicles from alopecia areata scalps

19 citations , August 1996 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that dermal papillae in alopecia areata, including clinically normal follicles, exhibited ultrastructural abnormalities that suggest an early pathological role in the disease's development.

research Building and Maintaining the Skin

22 citations , October 2021 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology”

This review discusses the interactions and signals affecting skin stem cells and their environments but reports no new experimental results; the authors highlight the need for understanding these processes to enhance tissue rejuvenation and repair.

How Different Is Human Hair? A Critical Appraisal of Global Hair Fibre Characteristics and Properties Towards Defining a More Relevant Framework for Hair Type Classification

research How different is human hair? A critical appraisal of the reported differences in global hair fibre characteristics and properties towards defining a more relevant framework for hair type classification

8 citations , November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This review discusses the limitations of current hair classification systems and highlights the need for standardized reporting of key hair characteristics to improve study comparisons; it reports no new results.

research Alopecia induced in young mice by exposure to excess dietary zinc

10 citations , May 1986 in “Experientia”

This animal study found that second generation mice exposed to excess zinc during gestation and lactation had reduced plasma copper, body weight, and hematocrit, with lighter and delayed hair development compared to mice on a normal zinc diet.

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community 7 months fin, 10 months min, 4 months dut. Should I continue?

in Is this regrowth? 159 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using finasteride for 7 months, minoxidil for 10 months, and dutasteride for 4 months with minimal results and is considering stopping treatment. Replies suggest continuing treatment, adding microneedling, and checking DHT levels.

community Finasteride - 5 years and my expierience

128 upvotes 1 week ago

A 26-year-old shared their 5-year experience using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting initial improvements but later experiencing reduced libido and erection quality, leading them to switch from oral to topical finasteride. They advise starting with a low-dose topical solution and emphasize making informed decisions, acknowledging that while finasteride is effective, it can have side effects.

community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

18 upvotes 4 years ago

The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.

community M18: I think microneedling is making my hair look thinner

in Is this regrowth? 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing hair thinning potentially due to excessive microneedling while using finasteride and minoxidil. Many suggest reducing microneedling frequency and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

community Second update: almost 3.5 months min microneedling 1.5mm once a week ketoconazole shampoo 4 times a week

589 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling; some participants questioned the results due to previous posts about hair transplants, but others agreed that quick results are possible with certain treatments.

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learn Stem Cell Factor

learn Overview

learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

What pigments are used in scalp micropigmentation? Providers describe SMP pigments as organic, vegan and formulated for the scalp, but these are supplier and marketing descriptions rather than verified specifications, and clinics contradict each other on colour change and chemical content.
Are the pigments used in scalp micropigmentation safe? Providers describe SMP pigments as safe, medical-grade and made for the scalp, but those are supplier and clinic descriptions rather than regulatory approvals: no colour additive is approved for injection into the skin, and allergic reactions to tattoo pigment are documented.

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