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research Distribution and Localization of Hydrophobic and Ionic Chemical Groups at the Surface of Bleached Human Hair Fibers

36 citations , October 2014 in “Langmuir”

Bleaching hair removes its protective top layer and exposes more hydrophilic groups, changing its chemical surface and affecting how it interacts with products.

research Investigation of the Damage on the Outermost Hair Surface Using ToF-SIMS and XPS

25 citations , December 2011 in “Surface and interface analysis”

Bleaching hair causes significant damage by breaking down proteins and fatty acids.

Exploring the Effects of Wetting and Free Fatty Acid Deposition on a Hair Fiber Surface Model Incorporating Keratin Associated Protein 5-1

research Exploring the Effects of Wetting and Free Fatty Acid Deposition on a Hair Fiber Surface Model Incorporating Keratin Associated Protein 5-1

November 2022

Water and fatty acids affect hair's surface differently based on hair damage, and models can help understand hair-cosmetic interactions.

research Hair Follicle Differentiation And Regulation

199 citations , January 2004 in “The International Journal of Developmental Biology”

Hair follicle growth and development are controlled by specific genes and molecular signals.

research Mechanism of Cuticle Hole Development in Human Hair Due to UV Radiation Exposure

8 citations , March 2018 in “Cosmetics”

UV radiation damages hair by creating holes and peeling cuticle layers.

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community Don't use PP405 from everychem. it is likely fake.

in Research/Science 66 upvotes 8 months ago

PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.

community Using topical finasteride/minoxidil while wife is pregnant

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 17 upvotes 1 year ago

A user applies topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is concerned about the risk to his pregnant wife. It's suggested that topical treatments could be hazardous to a male fetus, and switching to oral finasteride might be safer.

community Why I decided to stop using minoxidil

in Minoxidil 59 upvotes 2 years ago

The user stopped using minoxidil due to inconvenience and negative effects on hair appearance, opting to continue with finasteride and dermarolling. Other users shared mixed experiences with different minoxidil brands and forms, including oral minoxidil.

community 6 months update: Dut 3x/week / oral min / dut+prp mesotherapy

in Progress Pictures 322 upvotes 2 years ago

User shared 6-month hair loss treatment update with Dut 3x/week, oral min, and dut+prp mesotherapy. Experienced positive results, no side effects, and recommends the regimen.

community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 5 days ago

A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

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