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GlossaryWaxing

method of hair removal using warm or cold wax

Waxing is a method of hair removal that involves applying a warm or cold wax to the skin, which adheres to the hair. When the wax is quickly pulled away, it removes the hair from the root, resulting in smoother skin for a longer period compared to shaving. This technique can be used on various parts of the body and is effective for both fine and coarse hair.

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research The Impact of Different Hair-Removal Behaviors on the Biophysical and Biochemical Characteristics of Female Axillary Skin

4 citations, July 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

All hair removal methods irritate underarm skin and cause dryness, with shaving being less irritating but more drying than plucking or waxing.

research Management of Unwanted Hair

1 citations, January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks”

The chapter explains why and how women remove unwanted hair, comparing methods like shaving and waxing.

research Cutaneous Sarcoidosis Masquerading as Papular Amyloidosis Revealed Post-Hair Removal

January 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal”

Skin problems after waxing led to a sarcoidosis diagnosis.

research Hirsutism

271 citations, December 2005 in “New England journal of medicine/The New England journal of medicine”

The document likely offers guidance on treating a woman's excessive hair growth, considering her symptoms and obesity.

research Guidelines for Laser Hair Removal

39 citations, January 2008 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy”

The document provides guidelines to standardize and improve laser hair removal practices.

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community Long-Term Dutasteride Frustration

in Progress Pictures 22 upvotes 4 months ago

A user is frustrated with long-term hair loss despite using Dutasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include trying oral Minoxidil, micro-needling, and a homemade caffeinated rosemary tonic.

community 11.Nov to 1.Apr progress. Oral

in Progress Pictures 250 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using a homemade oral solution of 1 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil. Commenters noted significant improvement and increased body hair.

community Nizoral doesn't seem to be working. Rogaine not suggested by doctor due to cost and poor track record on females. Ideas?

in Ketoconazole 22 upvotes 6 years ago

A woman experiencing hair loss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.

community Nearly 3 years in and I'm on a mega growth spurt. Don't lose heart.

in Chat 63 upvotes 6 months ago

The user experienced subtle hair growth improvements using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil over nearly three years, with notable progress at the temples. The front hairline shows quicker regrowth cycles, but the vertex and crown remain unchanged.

community My hairloss journey. Minox at 34, transplant at 38. No Finasteride

in Transplants 267 upvotes 8 months ago

A person started using Minoxidil at 34 and had a hair transplant at 38, avoiding a straight hairline for a natural look and had 2200 grafts. They began taking Finasteride as a precaution, but Minoxidil did most of the work.

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