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    GlossaryTwisted Hair

    condition where hair shafts twist along their length

    Twisted hair, also known as pili torti, is a condition where hair shafts are twisted along their length, giving the hair a corkscrew-like appearance. This can make the hair more prone to breakage and can be associated with various genetic disorders or acquired conditions.

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      community 5 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts

      in Transplants  1663 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, showing significant improvement in appearance after 5 months. They underwent the procedure at Heva Clinic in Istanbul for $2,300 USD, which included aftercare, and attributed their hair loss to both genetics and traction alopecia from tight hairstyles.

      community MicroRNA can regrow 90% of lost hair, researchers find

      in Treatment  502 upvotes 2 years ago
      Researchers finding that microRNA can potentially regrow 90% of lost hair, and the challenges involved in moving this research forward to human trials. Various treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, have been discussed.

      community This is Brad Pitt @ 59 years old

      in Satire  2656 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hair loss treatments.