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    GlossarySun Exposure (Sunlight)

    exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays affecting skin health

    Sun exposure, also known as sunlight exposure or UV exposure, refers to the amount of time the skin is exposed to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. While moderate sun exposure is essential for the production of vitamin D, excessive exposure can lead to skin damage, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.

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      community Take A Vitamin D Blood Test!!!

      in Treatment  48 upvotes 4 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 Hair much worse after 6 months?

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.

      community Closing in on one year on Min+Fin

      in Progress Pictures  747 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pills daily, along with vitamin D3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.

      community South Korean Red Light Therapy Study

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Korean scientists developed a red light therapy that reduces a hair loss marker by 92%. Users discussed the benefits and drawbacks of natural sunlight versus red light caps for hair health, with some suggesting supplements for vitamin D.

      community Sunlight: Does it Stimulate Hair Growth or Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.