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Simulated Solar Radiation Induced Skin Inflammation Across Skin Types Measured by Dynamic Optical Coherence Tomography and Laser Doppler

research Simulated Solar Radiation Induced Skin Inflammation Across Skin Types Measured by Dynamic Optical Coherence Tomography and Laser Doppler

April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Sunlight simulation causes skin inflammation, with different skin types reacting at different levels of exposure.

research The Effects of Infrared Radiation on the Human Skin

July 2023 in “Photodermatology, Photoimmunology and Photomedicine”

Infrared radiation can cause skin aging and cancer at high temperatures but may have therapeutic benefits at controlled levels.

research On the Role of Melatonin in Skin Physiology and Pathology

222 citations, January 2005 in “Endocrine journal”

Melatonin is important for skin health and protection, and can be made by the skin or applied to it.

research Exogenous Factors in Hair Disorders

11 citations, January 2004 in “Exogenous dermatology”

Outside factors like grooming, chemicals, and the environment can damage hair and cause disorders.

research Update on Melasma—Part I: Pathogenesis

10 citations, July 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Melasma's causes include genetics, sun exposure, hormones, and oxidative stress, and understanding these can help create better treatments.

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community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

in Scalp Massage 48 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

community 7 Month Hair Progress (0.5 mg dut only, diffuse thinning)

in Progress Pictures 714 upvotes 8 months ago

An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.

community Take A Vitamin D Blood Test!!!

in Treatment 48 upvotes 2 years ago

Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.

community Finasteride only 9 months update

in Progress Pictures 474 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.

community Starting Year 2 of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil – How Do I Look?

in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user's experience with low-dose oral Minoxidil for hair loss, and includes advice from other users who suggest trying finasteride or microneedling, as well as shaving off the remaining hair and seeking a hair transplant in Turkey. It was originally intended as satire but had to be clarified due to confusion.

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