July 2000 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery”
This review highlights the significant impact of finasteride on the approach to androgenetic alopecia and hair transplantation and reports no new clinical results.
August 2023 in “ACS applied materials & interfaces”
In this study, researchers developed an innovative wound healing patch combining electrical and chemical components, which effectively guided recovery in animal scald models by promoting collagen deposition and the regeneration of skin structures.
This study found that wound bed perfusion strongly predicts skin graft viability by correlating with lower necrosis extension on both the scalp and lower limb, unlike perfusion of the wound margin and donor skin, which showed no significant correlation.
A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.
Minoxidil should be left on the scalp for at least 4-6 hours for effective absorption, even if it feels dry after 30 minutes. The skin's interaction with the chemical continues regardless of the solution's evaporation.
Applying lavender essential oil before microneedling is discouraged due to potential skin irritation. Microneedling followed by oil application, like black castor oil, is more common and may benefit hair and scalp health.
Hair provides protection against head trauma, reduces skin cancer risk, helps remove heavy metals, and aids in wound healing. The conversation emphasizes the health benefits of maintaining head hair beyond cosmetic reasons.
Microneedling can cause skin shedding and inflammation, with some users adjusting needle size or frequency to reduce these effects. Some users combine microneedling with treatments like minoxidil, while others prefer smaller needles or alternative treatments like dutasteride.
Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for people with sensitive skin?Providers say scalp micropigmentation suits most skin types and describe patch tests, hypoallergenic pigments and a skin consultation for sensitive skin. These are provider claims rather than independent safety evidence, and pigment reactions remain a risk.
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.