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research A marine protein-based dietary supplement for subclinical hair thinning/loss: Results of a multisite, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial

27 citations , January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This study found that a marine-extract dietary supplement significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair diameter in premenopausal women with subclinical hair thinning or hair loss after 6 months of use.

research Characteristic features of Japanese women's hair with aging and with progressing hair loss

76 citations , December 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

This study observed that Japanese women experience diffuse central hair loss after age 40, characterized by reduced hair density and thicker hair ratio rather than vellus-like hairs.

research Clinicopathological characteristics of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution: a single‐center, retrospective study

September 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

In this study, FAPD was characterized in a Chinese population by perifollicular mast cell infiltration, suggesting young individuals may be at higher risk than previously thought.

research Dermoscopic features of some scalp disorders

2 citations , May 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)”

This review examines the use of dermoscopy for diagnosing common hair disorders and highlights its importance, but it does not report new clinical results.

research The Comparison of Trichoscopic Findings in Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) and Chronic Telogen Effluvium (CTE) in Female Patients

December 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international”

This study found that trichoscopy can effectively differentiate female pattern hair loss from chronic telogen effluvium based on specific features like hair shaft diameter variability and density differences, aiding in targeted treatment planning.

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community Vellus/miniaturized hair - when are they really too miniaturized to regrow?

16 upvotes 1 month ago

Miniaturized hair can potentially regrow unless the follicle is destroyed, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and lifestyle changes playing a significant role. Some users report success with additional treatments like estrogen, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, emphasizing the importance of routine and overall health.

community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

in Is this regrowth? 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

community Will these bad boys ever thicken up? I feel like they're getting there.

in Progress Pictures 25 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shares progress on hair thickening using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and dermastamping. Another user notes slow but ongoing improvement with a similar treatment routine.

community Does regrowth always start as thin hairs? Do hairs thicken as they grow or do they need to shed and then come back to get thicker?

in Chat 32 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair regrowth can start as thin hairs that may thicken over time, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil showing varied results. Some users report initial shedding followed by thicker regrowth, while others experience mixed outcomes in different areas.

community 'How Balding Treatments Became the New Botox' article in the Cut really made an impression on me

126 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are popular but often lead to side effects and mixed results. The discussion stresses consulting medical professionals and being wary of unproven treatments in the hair loss industry.

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