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      technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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      a traditional, natural remedy touted for promoting scalp health and hair growth
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      a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

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      hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

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      acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties

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      community Most hair transplants are obvious

      by dani619 in Transplants  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair transplants and the perception that they often look unnatural, especially in the first few rows of hair. There is a debate about whether it's better to choose a cheaper clinic in Turkey or a more expensive one in the USA, with some arguing that experience and skill matter more than cost.

      community Only Minoxidil 2 Months Before After Photos

      by CemreKArtworks_ in Progress Pictures  132 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 2-month hair growth progress using only Minoxidil, noting significant improvement and plans to continue despite a genetic predisposition to baldness. They apply Minoxidil twice daily, experienced a heat rash, and chose not to use Finasteride due to side effects.

      community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

      by ConstructionSome7534 in Transplants  142 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
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      community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

      by DowntownShorten in Research/Science  148 upvotes 1 year ago
      A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.