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    GlossarySkin Hydration

    process of maintaining water in skin's outermost layer

    Skin hydration refers to the process of maintaining an adequate level of water in the skin's outermost layer, the stratum corneum. Proper skin hydration is crucial for maintaining skin elasticity, smoothness, and barrier function, which helps protect against environmental damage and prevents conditions like dryness, flakiness, and irritation.

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      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community Derma told me to quit finastirde

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  277 upvotes 1 week ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

      community Is it Ritalin? (23 F)

      in Question  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user suspects Ritalin is causing hair loss due to vasoconstriction and is considering trying Ginkgo Biloba after already taking a multivitamin and hair supplement. Another user mentions experiencing hair shedding with Vyvanse and Dexedrine.

      community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

      in Progress Pictures  1029 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.