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    GlossaryHypopigmentation

    reduced melanin causes lighter skin patches

    Hypopigmentation refers to a condition where patches of skin become lighter than the surrounding area due to a reduction in melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. This can result from various causes, including skin injuries, certain medical conditions like vitiligo, or inflammatory skin disorders.

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      community Can tretinoin cause problems or issues with min?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using a topical routine of finasteride and minoxidil, noticing increased hair growth, and is considering adding tretinoin for skin issues. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, but care should be taken to allow proper absorption to avoid unintended facial hair growth.

      community Massive preliminary success with my thorough regime

      in Update  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 28-year-old male reported significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks using a regime including Minoxidil, Ketozolin shampoo, microneedling, hyaluronic acid, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed, MSM, frankincense, zinc, multivitamins, and vitamin D. He also noted improvements in digestion, dry eyes, and skin health, and observed beard growth from microneedling.

      community 1 year progress 1mg oral Finasteride, 5% topical Minoxidil. 36M

      in Is this regrowth?  168 upvotes 3 days ago
      A 36-year-old man shared his one-year progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, showing significant hair regrowth on his hairline, eyebrows, and beard. He reported no major side effects, except for some eye irritation from minoxidil application near the eyes.

      community microneedling and sun exposure

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      Avoid sun exposure for 7-14 days after microneedling the scalp, using a hat for protection. Sunscreen on the scalp can be messy and irritating.
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