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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch In Vivo Formation Steps of the Hard Alpha-Keratin Intermediate Filament Along a Hair Follicle: Evidence for Structural Polymorphism
Hair follicles form hard α-keratin filaments in four steps, showing structural differences.
research Keratin Network Modifications Lead to the Mechanical Stiffening of the Hair Follicle Fiber
Changes in keratin make hair follicles stiffer.
research Curly Hair Follicle Is Sculpted by a Contracted Arrector Pili Muscle: A Hypothesis with Treatment Implications
Relaxing certain muscles might straighten curly hair.
research Curly Hair Follicle Is Sculpted by a Contracted Arrector Pili Muscle: A Hypothesis with Treatment Implications
Relaxing the Arrector Pili Muscle might make curly hair straighter.
research Chapter 4: Cytomechanics of Hair
Hair's strength and flexibility come from its protein structure and molecular interactions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Last Post Before I Switch Back to Finasteride From Dutasteride
The user plans to switch from dutasteride back to finasteride due to worsening hair loss, possibly due to increased scalp testosterone. Others report mixed results with both treatments, showing individual variability.
community new hair out of nowhere 3 weeks post HT! no meds, no vitamins, just growth
After a hair transplant, the user noticed unexpected new hair growth without using medications or vitamins. Many advised starting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to maintain the results and prevent future hair loss.
community I’m gutted and this is my last post on this thread
User tried various hair loss treatments without success and plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly shave head for emotional well-being.
community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.