Many women in Northern Ghana use plant-based cosmetics like shea butter, and their use is more related to being married than to their job, education, or house.
Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.
Ketoconazole shampoo can dry out hair, causing it to become frizzy and less manageable. Users suggest using conditioner, trying different shampoos, or reducing the frequency of ketoconazole use to mitigate these effects.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
A 26-year-old is considering embracing baldness after mixed results and side effects from using dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride for hair loss. Suggestions include trying new hairstyles, considering a hair transplant, or focusing on self-acceptance.
A 57-year-old man uses a hair system, not a hair transplant, and likely had cosmetic procedures. Discussions include the effectiveness of hair systems and finasteride side effects.