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    GlossaryTelogen Phase (telogen stage)

    hair follicles are inactive, and hair naturally falls out

    The Telogen Phase, also known as the Resting Phase or hair shedding phase, is the final stage of the hair growth cycle. During this phase, hair follicles are inactive, and the hair strand is fully formed but not actively growing. This phase typically lasts around 2-4 months, after which the hair naturally falls out, making way for new hair growth in the subsequent Anagen Phase.

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      community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 5 days ago
      DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.

      community 3-4 Months of consistent use of Hims Fin/Min Spray

      in Progress Pictures  540 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, Virtual_Force3845, shared their progress pictures after using Hims Fin/Min Spray consistently for 3-4 months. They are excited about the progress and have not experienced any side effects. Other users in the conversation shared their own experiences and asked questions about the treatment.

      community So what is the actual efficacy of topical minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Minoxidil can stimulate hair growth but does not prevent long-term hair loss, while finasteride or dutasteride is necessary to address DHT and maintain hair. Family hair history may not predict individual outcomes, and combining treatments like microneedling can enhance results.

      community Daily scalp massages lead to more hair loss or not?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user applies castor oil and uses silicon scalp massagers daily, questioning if the massages cause more hair loss or if the hairs would fall out naturally. They believe the hairs are in the telogen phase and would shed regardless of the massage.