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GlossaryHair Straightening

process of flattening curly or wavy hair for smoothness

Hair straightening is a hair styling technique used to flatten and straighten curly or wavy hair, giving it a smooth, sleek appearance. This can be achieved through various methods, including chemical treatments like relaxers or keratin treatments, and mechanical means such as flat irons or blow-drying with a round brush. The effects can be temporary or permanent, depending on the method used.

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research Structural Changes of Hair Shaft After Application of Chemical Hair Straighteners: Clinical and Histopathological Study

7 citations, August 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.

research Raman Spectroscopy and Electronic Microscopy Structural Studies of Caucasian and Afro Human Hair

25 citations, May 2019 in “Heliyon”

Hair treatments cause significant structural changes, especially with excessive heat, regardless of ethnicity.

research Hair Styling: Technology and Formulations

October 2015 in “Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hair styling products and tools help improve hair's look and manageability but can damage hair if used incorrectly.

research Effects of Chemical Straighteners on the Hair Shaft and Scalp

2 citations, January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.

research Black Women's Hair: The Main Scalp Dermatoses and Aesthetic Practices in Women of African Ethnicity

32 citations, August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

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community Just got my first perm fellas.

in Progress Pictures 205 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about a user who got a perm after successfully treating their thinning hair, with mixed reactions from others on the appearance. Specific treatments used are not mentioned.

community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

in Satire 317 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

community 1.25mg fin daily for the last 9 months,sometimes skipped a day or two

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 135 upvotes 4 months ago

A user reported using 1.25mg finasteride daily for 9 months with positive hair growth results and increased libido but slower beard growth. Other users commented on the appearance of straightened vs. natural curly hair and potential hair damage from straightening.

community A little over two years on Dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 59 upvotes 2 months ago

A 23-year-old male has been using Dutasteride for over two years to address hair thinning, with some success in temple regrowth but continued thinning on top. He is considering adding Minoxidil to his routine and is contemplating lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and drinking to improve hair density.

community Almost 22M. Finasteride only. A little over a year's worth of progress

in Progress Pictures 383 upvotes 5 months ago

A 22-year-old male shared his one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement after 4-6 months. He experienced initial shedding but saw regrowth starting around the 4-month mark.

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