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    GlossaryHair Oils (Hair Serums)

    products designed to nourish, moisturize, and protect hair

    Hair oils are products formulated with various natural or synthetic oils designed to nourish, moisturize, and protect the hair and scalp. They can help improve hair texture, add shine, reduce frizz, and promote overall hair health. Common ingredients include coconut oil, argan oil, and jojoba oil, each offering specific benefits such as hydration, strengthening, and scalp conditioning.

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      community 27M – Minoxidil + alternating growth serums: good idea or overkill?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 27-year-old male is using minoxidil 5% nightly and alternating between three hair serums during the day, seeking advice on whether this routine is beneficial or overly complicated. Responses suggest simplifying the routine by focusing on minoxidil, possibly increasing its concentration, and considering finasteride or dutasteride instead of multiple serums.

      community Help with microneedling for hair loss

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.

      community 5 months on finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  205 upvotes 3 days ago
      A user shared progress after 5 months on oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg), noting improvements despite minimal temple growth. They experienced shedding initially but reported no side effects, and others shared similar experiences and additional treatments like hair serums.