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Differences in Perceptions of Beauty and Cosmetic Procedures in Ethnic Patients

research Differences in Perceptions of Beauty and Cosmetic Procedures Performed in Ethnic Patients

49 citations , June 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.

research Hair Breakage in Patients of African Descent: Role of Dermoscopy

12 citations , January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.

research Aesthetics and cosmetic surgery for darker skin types

January 2008

The book provides a guide to cosmetic surgery for people with darker skin, covering various treatments and addressing their unique skin characteristics.

research Ethnic hair and skin: what is the state of the science?

2 citations , May 2002 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Ethnic differences in hair and skin are significant and under-researched, requiring tailored dermatologic treatments and more study.

research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics

53 citations , July 2016 in “Cosmetics”

Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 443 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.

community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1105 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.

community Black Hair Regrowth Process Timeline

in Progress Pictures 68 upvotes 4 years ago

Treating Black/ethnic hair loss with a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral shampoo and derma pen treatments, as well as occasional Jamaican Black Caster Oil use. The user documented their progress over the course of 3.5 months, showing improvement in hair growth.

community How is it that golden era bodybuilders kept their hair while blasting gear while in the modern era most are bald? I’m convinced there’s something in our food and water causing MPB to speed up

in Satire 726 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.

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