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    GlossaryLipid Layer

    thin, oily barrier covering cell surfaces, retaining moisture

    The lipid layer is a thin, oily barrier that covers the surface of cells, including those in the skin and hair. It helps to retain moisture, protect against environmental damage, and maintain the integrity of the cell structure. In the context of hair, the lipid layer contributes to the hair's shine and smoothness by sealing in moisture and reducing friction.

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      community Loosing hope after not seeing improvement in hair regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.

      community Halted my hair loss with topical liposomal finasteride 0.01%

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user halted hair loss using 0.01% topical liposomal finasteride daily, with no side effects or regrowth, and recently added 5% minoxidil and low-level laser therapy. They recommend this conservative approach for those hesitant about finasteride.

      community Starting Finasteride After Being on Oral Minoxidil 19M

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 19-year-old is using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for hair loss and plans to add finasteride later, but is concerned about potential hair loss after starting finasteride. Others advise starting finasteride sooner to prevent further hair loss, noting that shedding is a normal part of the process.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community Update: 14 months - NW Picard Progress

      in Progress Pictures  150 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, Sulfogenz, KX-826, low-level laser therapy, and microneedling. They plan to continue medication for another year before considering a hair transplant, noting steady improvement but not major changes.