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GlossaryHair Retention

ability to maintain hair on the scalp

Hair retention refers to the ability to maintain or keep hair on the scalp, preventing hair loss or shedding. It involves factors like hair health, scalp condition, and genetics, and can be influenced by lifestyle choices, medical treatments, and hair care practices. For professionals, understanding hair retention is crucial for diagnosing and treating conditions like alopecia and advising on effective hair care routines.

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research Role of scalp health in achieving optimal hair growth and retention

5 citations , May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.

research Scalp condition impacts hair growth and retention via oxidative stress

40 citations , January 2018 in “International journal of trichology”

Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.

Beyond Hair Preservation: Scalp Cooling as a Biopsychosocial Intervention in Patients Receiving Highly Alopecia-Inducing Chemotherapy

research Beyond Hair Preservation: Scalp Cooling as a Biopsychosocial Intervention in Patients Receiving Highly Alopecia-Inducing Chemotherapy (Preprint)

March 2026

Scalp cooling helps prevent hair loss and improves quality of life during chemotherapy.

Scalp Application of the Antioxidant Piroctone Olamine Reduces Hair Shedding in an 8-Week Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study

research Scalp application of the antioxidant piroctone olamine reduces hair shedding in an 8‐week randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled clinical study

1 citations , August 2021 in “International journal of cosmetic science (Print)”

Using piroctone olamine on the scalp helps reduce hair loss and improves scalp health.

research Scalp micropigmentation as an alternative to Hair transplant surgery

November 2019 in “Quality in primary care”

Scalp micropigmentation is a tattooing method that can mimic a full head of hair without surgery and has no healing time.

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community The day they make a pill that only targets DHT production in the scalp

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 1 year ago

Reducing DHT in the scalp is ideal for hair retention, with topical finasteride and dutasteride being common treatments. Some users report side effects like reduced libido, while others experiment with higher doses for regrowth.

community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

community Tattooing Hair Loss Drugs into your Scalp

in Treatment 106 upvotes 1 year ago

Tattooing hair loss drugs like minoxidil and dutasteride into the scalp is discussed as an alternative to daily pills, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and convenience. Some users report positive results, but concerns about cost, potential side effects, and the procedure's discomfort are noted.

community Why does hair on the sides of my scalp grow only to a short length?

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Hair loss, genetics and possible treatments such as minoxidil, dermarolling and finasteride.

community Does Finasteride just sometimes stop working?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride may only slow hair loss for some, and switching to dutasteride could be more effective. Users discuss additional treatments like dermarolling, scalp care, and supplements to support hair retention.

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