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research “Castor Oil” – The culprit of acute hair felting

4 citations , January 2017 in “International journal of trichology”

Castor oil can cause severe hair matting.

research Differences between ultrastructure and protein composition in straight hair fibres

13 citations , February 2019 in “Zoology”

Lustre mutant sheep have normal hair structure and proteins but differ in felting properties.

research Mineral and Vegetable Oils

May 2026

Coconut oil penetrates hair and reduces protein loss, while mineral oil adds shine; choose oils based on desired effects for healthy hair.

research Use of Castor Oil in Dermatology: A Narrative Review

February 2026 in “Cureus”

Castor oil may improve hair and skin health with minimal side effects.

Plica Neuropathica in Two Hispanic Patients

research Plica Neuropathica in 2 Hispanic Patients

January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Two Hispanic women developed Plica neuropathica, a condition causing tangled hair, possibly due to hair damage and various risk factors.

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community My hair loss recovery (9 months treatment), androgenic alopecia

in Progress Pictures 724 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared a 9-month hair recovery journey from androgenic alopecia using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and weekly dermarolling with a 1.5 mm roller. Some responders were skeptical about the authenticity of the results, while others confirmed the consistency of the user's appearance and supported the effectiveness of the treatment.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 21 upvotes 1 year ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community 2018 - 2024 (Fin -> Fin + Min)

in Progress Pictures 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The user shared progress on hair loss treatment, starting finasteride in 2018 and adding minoxidil in November 2023, with significant improvement. The user started treatment at age 31.

community Pyrilutamide is literally my only hope

in Chat 91 upvotes 3 years ago

Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.