research Human Skin is a Steroidogenic Tissue: Steroidogenic Enzymes and Cofactors Are Expressed in Epidermis, Normal Sebocytes, and an Immortalized Sebocyte Cell Line (SEB-1)
Human skin can produce steroids from cholesterol.
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research Dihydrotestosterone-Inducible Dickkopf 1 from Balding Dermal Papilla Cells Causes Apoptosis in Follicular Keratinocytes
A substance called DKK-1 increases in balding areas and causes hair cells to die when exposed to DHT.
research PUVA treatment of alopecia areata partialis, totalis and universalis: audit of 10 years' experience at St John's Institute of Dermatology
PUVA treatment is generally ineffective for alopecia areata.
research In Human Skin, UVB Initiates Early Induction of IL-10 Over IL-12 Preferentially in the Expanding Dermal Monocytic/Macrophagic Population
UVB exposure in human skin causes macrophages to produce more IL-10 and less IL-12, leading to immunosuppression.
research Immunohistochemical localization of types 1 and 2 5α-reductase in human scalp
The study found that two enzymes linked to hair loss are located in different parts of the scalp, supporting a common treatment's effectiveness.
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community (M25) 10 months on oral min/fin, no growth. Need advice
The user has been taking oral minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months with no hair growth but no further hair loss. They are considering adding rosemary oil and possibly returning to a topical solution.
community 23M 10.5 months into 3-6mg Minoxodil 1mg Finasteride. Realistic, Limited Progress despite HIGH DOSE.
A 23-year-old male is experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using 1mg finasteride and 4.5mg minoxidil, with limited progress and side effects like fluid retention. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling with topical minoxidil, and considering hair systems or a transplant in the future.
community Almost 10 months progress on oral min, topical min, oral fin
The user has seen good progress in hair density after almost 10 months using 0.6 mg oral minoxidil, 1.25 mg oral finasteride every other day, and topical minoxidil twice daily, along with weekly derma stamping. They experienced side effects with higher doses of minoxidil and encourage others to try these treatments.
community 22M 10 months on finasteride and minoxidil
A 22-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 10 months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to ongoing hair loss. Users suggest continuing the current treatment for another 8 months and reducing scalp inflammation, noting visible improvements.
community 10 day hair transplant update - HLC Ankara - How we looking?
A 35-year-old had a hair transplant with 3,153 grafts at HLC Ankara, experiencing some pain and numbness but pleased with the density and results. The procedure cost $10,000, and the user has been using finasteride for over 13 years.
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Hair Transplant SurgeonDr. Yianna, MD
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Dublin, Ireland
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SMP SpecialistAnna, certifications in micro-blading, powder brows, and scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP)
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Santa Rosa, United States
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SMP SpecialistAnna An, California States Body Art Certified & Registered, Microblading / Permanent Makeup Certification, CA. / FL. Blood-Borne Pathogen Certification, Scalp Micropigmentation Certification, Permanent Decision 100 Hours Training Certification, Nouveau Contour Mas
Canoga Park, United States
- 34Hair Loss Specialist
Ana
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Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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Anna
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Linköping, Sweden
- 12SMP Specialist
Anne
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Montréal, Canada
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Hair SystemsThe Salon At 10 NewburyBoston, MA · US - 19Hair Loss TreatmentsYada Clinic Pattaya @ Maman Mansion, Pattaya Klang Soi.10 BranchPattaya · TH