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Smoking harms the skin, causing early aging and increasing cancer risk, but stopping smoking can improve skin health.
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Smoking may contribute to hair loss in men.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia With Smoking and Its Prevalence Among Asian Men
Smoking linked to hair loss in Asian men.
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An imbalance between certain immune cells is linked to a chronic skin condition and may be influenced by obesity, smoking, and autoimmune issues.
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5 / 914 resultscommunity Smoking minoxidil, the theory that changes everything.
A user humorously suggested smoking minoxidil in a blunt as an alternative hair growth method, sparking a satirical discussion on unconventional and unsafe ways to use minoxidil. The conversation included various suggestions like oral pills, rectal administration, and other absurd methods, with some users warning against the dangers of such practices.
community Are there any vellus hairs in a longtime NW7 scalp under a microscope or is it completely smooth?
The conversation discusses whether a longtime NW7 scalp has vellus hairs under a microscope or is completely smooth. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Smoking – Why Dutasteride may not be working
Dutasteride works for most men, but some may experience worsening due to reasons like shedding, paranoia, non-androgenic alopecia, genetic variations, or smoking. Smoking can increase scalp DHT levels and damage follicles.
community My hair stopped falling out after I quit smoking
Quitting smoking led to reduced hair loss for the original poster, who also used finasteride and topical minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences with smoking and hair loss, with some noticing improvements after quitting and others seeing no change.
community Cigarette smokers had increased serum levels of DHT 14% higher than non smokers.
The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hair loss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hair loss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hair loss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.