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research The commoditization of surgical hair restoration—a cautionary statement

September 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international”

Prioritizing cost over expertise in hair restoration can lower care quality.

research The zombie commodity: hair and the politics of its globalization

29 citations , March 2008 in “Postcolonial Studies”

The article concludes that the global hair trade is exploitative and reflects complex cultural and economic issues.

research On the geographies of hair: Exploring the entangled margins of the bordered body

8 citations , March 2019 in “Progress in Human Geography”

Hair significantly shapes body identity and social interactions, influencing how we perceive and relate to our bodies.

research The semiotics of breast cancer: Signs, symptoms, and sales

1 citations , August 2017 in “Semiotica”

The paper concludes that breast cancer treatment involves complex interactions between medical symptoms, patient experiences, and commercial influences, requiring a holistic approach.

research Showing progress. Defining self-tracking as an aesthetic audio-visual genre

June 2022 in “Conjunctions”

YouTube videos of men using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair and beard growth form a unique self-tracking genre that helps build community and shape male identity.

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community Had Anyone Here Actually Used More Than 0.5mg of Dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 17 upvotes 2 years ago

A user inquires about the effectiveness of using more than the standard 0.5mg dose of Dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning studies suggest 2.5mg is more effective. Another user shares their experience of taking 1mg without noticing a difference, despite studies indicating 2.5mg may be better.

community We made the NY Times: Finasteride for Male Baldness is Rewriting the Rules of Male Beauty

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 242 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride is being discussed as a significant treatment for male baldness, with some users sharing positive experiences and increased confidence, while others express concerns about potential side effects like loss of libido and erectile dysfunction. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the drug's impact and the broader societal implications of changing beauty standards.

community Hair growth journey -7th Month Progress from Lahore Pakistan

in Journals / Progress Pictures 34 upvotes 6 days ago

A 45-year-old from Lahore, Pakistan, shares their 7-month hair growth progress after starting a new hair regeneration treatment. Previous treatments with minoxidil and finasteride showed no progress.

community Thinning Hair After 1200 Graft Transplant and Minoxidil/Finasteride Use

in Hair Transplants 96 upvotes 1 week ago

After a 1,200 graft hair transplant and using minoxidil and finasteride, the user's hair initially improved but later thinned and changed texture. They are seeking advice on this issue and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled.

community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M

in Progress Pictures 423 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.

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