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      community How deep do you microneedle and do you bleed?

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with the original poster experiencing pinpoint bleeding after using needles of 1.25mm and 0.5mm, possibly due to adding GHK-Cu to their treatment regimen. They are inquiring if others bleed at similar depths.

      community Microneedling : Questions regarding routine and sanitary

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.

      community Does microneedling damage scalp?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.

      community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.

      community Microneedling vs injections - recommendations needed

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses treatments for a receding hairline, specifically comparing microneedling with exosomes to injecting them. The user seeks recommendations for beginner-friendly resources, such as YouTube videos, to help start these treatments.

      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 Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.

      community 3-month update on the microneedling-only project

      in Microneedling  84 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
      Smp density or 2nd hair transplant?

      community Smp density or 2nd hair transplant?

      in Hair Transplants  103 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering a second hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation to address thinning in the crown area and hide scars from a previous transplant. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for three years but are concerned about the appearance of their donor area and the effectiveness of scalp micropigmentation.

      community 11 weeks progress microneedling, is there some regrowth ?

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for four years with limited success and recently added microneedling to their regimen. They have seen some hair regrowth and are advised to continue using minoxidil alongside microneedling and consider lifestyle factors like diet and stress.

      community 6 month post-transplant, Dr Carman MD surgeon

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Timothy Carman, using 1100 grafts via FUT surgery, and reported satisfaction with the results and minimal scarring. The user continues to use minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance.

      community Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

      in Update  114 upvotes 7 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

      community Week 10 Update – No Fin, No Problem?

      in Update  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports promising hair regrowth without using finasteride, focusing instead on microneedling, dermarolling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy. They emphasize consistency and a healthier, side-effect-free approach.

      community Tressless regrowth results megapost

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about organizing hair regrowth results using a standard format in a single post for easier access. Treatments mentioned include oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and dermarolling.

      community Microneedling versus Platelet-Rich Plasma

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) are equally effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with no additional benefits from PRP over microneedling. Both treatments are safe and well-tolerated.

      community Wimpole Clinic 1850 grafts (23yo) Dr Malkani

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.

      community Injured temple with derma rolling

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.

      community Crown recovery - November 2024 to now. Crazy!

      in Progress Pictures  2125 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.

      community Healed results of my SMP + Before picture.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their positive experience with Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) for hair loss, highlighting the natural look achieved by a specialized artist. The procedure cost $2600 and was done by Alex Corona in Panama City Beach, FL.

      community Is microneedling supposed to be a blood bath? 1mm dermastamp

      in Microneedling  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing a lot of bleeding from using a 1.0mm microneedling device for hair loss treatment and asking if it's normal. Various users suggest that the bleeding is excessive and recommend using shorter needles or less pressure, while others share their own microneedling practices with different needle lengths and no bleeding.

      community Results of using microneedling (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reported hair regrowth using microneedling with a Dr.Pen Ultima M8 over six months, without additional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. They followed a schedule of varying needle depths and noted lifestyle changes to reduce stress.

      community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!

      in Progress Pictures  634 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.

      community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.