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    GlossaryRed Hair

    characterized by high pheomelanin and low eumelanin levels

    Red hair, also known as ginger hair or auburn hair, is a hair color characterized by high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin and relatively low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin. This genetic trait is most commonly associated with mutations in the MC1R gene and is often accompanied by fair skin and a higher sensitivity to ultraviolet light.

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      community Hair Systems ... they work

      in Hair Systems  27 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair systems are effective for hair loss, offering benefits over treatments like finasteride. Personal choice and confidence in appearance are emphasized.

      community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

      in Transplants  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.

      community Experiences with topical Finasteride (0.0125%)?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old male with slight hair thinning is using ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, zinc, magnesium, D3/K2, and has just started topical finasteride (0.0125%). He plans to add minoxidil (4.5%) with 17α-estradiol and is seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, as well as the use of a dermaroller.

      community 1 year later, min 2ml daily, fin 1mg to 0.5 daily + microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  147 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, Salt_Ad6339, shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year, along with microneedling. However, they also mention experiencing chest/nipple pain and suspect it may be a side effect of finasteride. They decide to stop using it for now and see if minoxidil alone can maintain their hair. Other users in the conversation discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and suggest using an aromatase inhibitor to counteract them.