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research Determinants of Marginal Traction Alopecia in African Girls and Women
Traction alopecia is more common in African women than girls, especially when traction is applied to chemically relaxed hair; avoiding such hairstyles may reduce the risk.
research Penetration of Different Molecular Weight Hydrolysed Keratins into Hair Fibres and Their Effects on the Physical Properties of Textured Hair
Different sizes of keratin peptides can strengthen hair, with smaller ones possibly increasing volume and larger ones repairing damage.
research Hair Care Practices and Scalp/Hair Disease in African American Girls
Certain hairstyles increase the risk of scalp and hair disorders in African American girls.
research Afro-Ethnic Hairstyling Trends, Risks, and Recommendations
Avoid high-tension styles and use professional treatments to reduce hair damage and health risks.
research Relaxers Damage Hair: Evidence from Amino Acid Analysis
Hair relaxers are linked to reduced cystine levels and potential hair damage.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Miniaturized hair or regrowth?
A user started finasteride a month ago and is unsure if small hairs are miniaturized or new growth. Replies include a joke and a deleted comment.
community Having hair loss has completely changed the way I look at other men
A 22-year-old man shared his experience with hair loss, which began at age 20, and his treatment with finasteride and oral minoxidil, planning to add microneedling. Since experiencing hair loss, he has changed his perspective and now notices other men's hair loss more, viewing them positively, and others in the conversation relate to this shift in perception.
community Pattern hair loss could be due to gut bacteria
Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hair loss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hair loss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.
community Hair transplant experience and progress
A user underwent a successful hair transplant with Dr. Linkov, receiving 2612 grafts, after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil. Fourteen months post-procedure, the user is extremely satisfied with the results, feeling more confident and looking younger.
community Hairline after 7 months on finasteride, Before and After. Thoughts?
A user sharing their progress after 7 months of using finasteride to treat hair loss, with other users offering advice on maintaining the results. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil and RU58841.