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Glossary Skin Type

Skin type refers to the classification of skin based on its characteristics, such as oiliness, dryness, sensitivity, and the presence of conditions like acne or rosacea. It is relevant to hair loss as the health of the scalp, which is influenced by skin type, can affect hair growth and retention. For instance, oily skin may lead to clogged hair follicles, while dry skin can result in flakiness and irritation, both of which can contribute to hair loss. Key distinguishing characteristics include the balance of sebum production, moisture levels, and the skin's reaction to environmental factors.

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research Hair Removal With the 3-msec Alexandrite Laser in Patients With Skin Types IV-VI: Efficacy, Safety, and the Role of Topical Corticosteroids in Preventing Side Effects

21 citations , January 2007 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology”

This study found that the 3-msec alexandrite laser effectively reduced unwanted, pigmented hair in individuals with skin types IV and V, but was less safe in those with skin type VI.

research Skin-type-dependent development of murine mechanosensory neurons

13 citations , August 2023 in “Developmental Cell”

In this study, researchers observed that mechanosensory neurons initially develop similar morphologies across different skin regions but diverge post-natally, adapting to the type of skin they innervate, with bone morphogenetic protein signaling crucial for forming Meissner corpuscles in glabrous skin.

research Quantitative morphometric analysis of intrinsic and extrinsic skin ageing in individuals with Fitzpatrick skin types II–III

4 citations , January 2023 in “Experimental dermatology”

This study suggests that both age and photoexposure may decrease maximum viable epidermis thickness and impact the dermal-epidermal junction in women with Fitzpatrick skin types II-III.

research Cutaneous malignant melanoma incidences analyzed worldwide by skin type over advancing age of males and females: Evidence estrogen and androgenic hair are risk factors

3 citations , December 2016 in “Journal of epidemiological research”

In this study, only European-ancestry females showed a linear increase in cutaneous malignant melanoma risk with age, potentially due to the loss of HPV-infected androgenic follicles after menopause.

research Effect of Skin Type on Efficacy of Laser Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature

January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This study's review of existing research found insufficient data to determine the impact of skin type on the effectiveness of low-light laser therapy for hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, with a notable lack of data on darker skin types.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Does scalp micropigmentation work on all skin tones and hair colors? Scalp micropigmentation can be customized for various skin tones and hair colors.
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.
Who is a good candidate for scalp micropigmentation? Good candidates for scalp micropigmentation include anyone experiencing hair loss or thinning.
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learn Vitamin D

Low vitamin D is linked with some types of hair loss, especially alopecia areata, but there is no good evidence that supplements help hair unless you are deficient. Ask a doctor about a blood test before you supplement.

learn Microneedling

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

learn Neem Oil

Oil from the neem tree, used as a pesticide and in traditional remedies. Human evidence for hair or scalp benefits is limited; it can cause skin allergy and is poisonous if swallowed.

learn Finasteride

Prescription tablet (1 mg) that slowed hair loss versus placebo in two-year trials. Labels warn of sexual side effects that have continued after stopping, and of depression and suicidal thoughts; not for use in pregnancy.

learn GHK-Cu

A copper peptide used in cosmetics. Lab studies only; no human trial has tested it for hair loss or grey hair.

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community Please help! Continuously thinning while on Fin 1 mg

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing continued hair thinning despite taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for over a year and is hesitant to try Minoxidil due to potential side effects and inconsistency. Suggestions include trying topical Minoxidil once a day, considering oral Minoxidil, and possibly getting a skin biopsy to determine the type of hair loss.

community 5ar Type I in the frontal hair follicles - Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 21 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride for frontal hair loss due to higher 5ar Type 1 enzyme activity in that area. Some users question the validity of this information, while others confirm it with additional sources.

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