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thick skin layer beneath epidermis with connective tissue and glands

The dermis is the thick layer of skin beneath the outer epidermis. It contains connective tissue, blood vessels, hair follicles, and glands, playing a crucial role in skin's structural integrity and elasticity. This layer is essential for thermoregulation and sensation, as it houses nerve endings that respond to touch, pain, and temperature.

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community Dermastamp microneedling: needle length, frequency, and timing minoxidil after?

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The conversation discusses using a dermastamp for microneedling to treat hair loss, focusing on needle length and frequency. Users share their routines, including applying minoxidil after microneedling, with some waiting 24 hours to avoid side effects.

community Dermastamp or Dermaroller — which one is actually better?

in Microneedling 8 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of dermastamps versus dermarollers for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring dermastamps for precision and less hair damage. One user reports using a dermastamp with minoxidil, while others mention the convenience of dermapens and the cost-effectiveness of dermarollers.

community Dermastamp vs Dermaroller vs Dermapen

in Microneedling 5 upvotes 8 months ago

Dermastamp is preferred for hair growth and skin health due to fewer scars, with recommended needle sizes of 0.5-1.5mm. Dermapen is also favored over dermarollers, which are considered dangerous.

community Where did this idea come from: dermastamp better than dermaroller?

in Microneedling 10 upvotes 1 year ago

Dermastamps are preferred over dermarollers for microneedling due to precision and reduced risk of scarring. Dermastamps allow for controlled, vertical needle entry, while dermarollers may cause more damage with sideways needle entry.

community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

in Microneedling 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

community Derminator2 causing scars (microscope images attached)

in Microneedling 61 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced scarring from microneedling at fast speed and paused treatment for 3-4 weeks to recover. Advice given includes waiting a full month for recovery to avoid scars.

community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

in Microneedling 16 upvotes 3 years ago

A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

community Dermastamp Question while I start my joyrney

in Microneedling 4 upvotes 3 years ago

Use a dermastamp with rosemary, peppermint, and coconut oil mixture for hair loss. Consider needle length, frequency, and number of passes for effective results.

community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?

in Chat 99 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.

community Cheap Dermastamp: My Experience

in Microneedling 9 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their positive experience using a cheap dermastamp from Aliexpress for microneedling, finding it effective and mostly painless. Other users discussed their experiences with similar products, cleaning methods, and needle lengths, with some noting differences in product quality between sellers.

community Which dermastamp/roller do you suggest?

in Microneedling 3 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.

community Min + fin + dermastamp + botanical

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, a dermastamp, and botanical oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oil for hair growth. The user is considering using Alpha Infuse, which combines microneedling with plant oils, to enhance results.

community Adding topical Min and dermastamping to oral Min/Fin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin for hair recovery and is considering adding topical Minoxidil and dermastamping to improve results. It is suggested to use micro-needling once a week with a 24-hour gap before applying topical Minoxidil.

community No need to microneedle / dermastamp , if using tretinoin or tazarotene ?

in Microneedling 1 upvotes 6 months ago

Using tretinoin or tazarotene with minoxidil may eliminate the need for microneedling or dermastamping. Microneedling can enhance minoxidil's effects but may cause long-term scalp issues.

community Dutasteride + Minoxidil+ dermaroller/dermastamp appreciation post

in Progress Pictures 193 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and a dermaroller/dermastamp for hair loss, reporting positive results and no significant side effects. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride for better results and apply topical minoxidil despite having braids.

community Dermaroller vs dermastamp vs dermapen

in Microneedling 5 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidil absorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.

community I bought a Dermastamp instead of a roller and it's weird to hear it crunch into my scalp

in Microneedling 14 upvotes 1 year ago

A user describes using a Dermastamp for microneedling their scalp, noting a crunching sound when pressing it firmly. Another user suggests the crunching might be from breaking up scalp calcification.

community What dermaroller or dermastamp do you like?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about recommending safe and effective dermaroller or dermastamp brands for hair loss treatment. Users discuss avoiding cheap options to prevent scalp damage and share usage frequency.

community 3 Month Minoxidil & Dermastamp progress

in Progress Pictures 143 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil and dermastamping, noting additional biotin use. Replies suggest adding finasteride to maintain results and highlight effective regrowth from microneedling and Minoxidil.

community Am I doing dermastamping wrong?

in Technology 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user uses a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly for hair loss and applies minoxidil afterward, feeling a slight burn but no bleeding. They question if bleeding, seen in others using a derma pen, indicates proper technique.

community dermaroller or dermastamp?? which one is better

in Microneedling 14 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussed which is better for hair loss treatment between a dermaroller and a dermastamp, concluding that a dermastamp is better. They also mentioned that a dermaroller can be used for beard growth.

community Just got a dermastamp, and it is FAR superior to a roller. I’ll never go back.

in Microneedling 99 upvotes 2 years ago

A user switched from a 1.5 mm derma roller to an adjustable dermastamp for microneedling to treat hair loss and found it less painful and more effective. Some users prefer different depths and tools like the Dr.Pen for microneedling, while others debate the necessity of depth and tool type.

community Safe to dermastamp twice a day at low depth?

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the safety of using a dermastamp at 0.25mm depth twice a day when applying Minoxidil. The user seeks confirmation on whether this practice is safe despite mixed opinions.

community New to Microneedling - Dermastamping and Dermapen - Read the studies - still confused

in Microneedling 10 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses the confusion about the optimal microneedling depth and frequency for hair growth, and when to apply treatments like minoxidil. A reply suggests the best method is using a 1.25mm depth every 7 days with a specific device, holding it for 10 seconds to stimulate hair growth.

community Reminder that dermastamps exist and are cheap

in Microneedling 90 upvotes 3 years ago

Microneedling, comparing dermarollers and dermastamps as treatments for hair loss, and the effectiveness of each. Dermastamps are considered cheaper than dermapens, but users have varying opinions on which method is more effective with less pain.

community Dermaroller vs Dermastamp - difference?

in Microneedling 6 upvotes 4 years ago

The user is asking about the difference between a dermaroller and a dermastamp for hair loss treatment, noting that the dermaroller tangles and pulls out hair. They are seeking advice on which tool is better for long hair.

community 100 days on fin+min+dermastamp

in Progress Pictures 49 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A user shared progress pictures after 100 days of using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping, with oral minoxidil added two weeks ago, reporting no side effects. Some users praised the results, while others questioned the effectiveness of dermastamping and the visibility of hair growth.

community Those using peptide/s w/dermastamping/microneedling- ghk-cu specificially

in Microneedling 5 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The conversation discusses using microneedling with copper peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, for hair loss treatment. Some users combine it with minoxidil and topical finasteride, applying peptides either topically or through injection.

community Losing hair on fin and min + dermastamping for 8 months

in Basic Questions 70 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been experiencing continuous hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping. They are seeking advice on what to do next.

community Oral minoxidil - how important is dermastamping?

in Microneedling 6 months ago

A trans woman is using 10 mg oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and estradiol for hair regrowth and is also doing dermastamping despite the pain. Users discuss the benefits of dermastamping for serum absorption and hair follicle stimulation, with some expressing surprise at the high minoxidil dosage.