research The structural implications of water hardness metal uptake by human hair
Human hair absorbs calcium and magnesium from tap water, affecting its structure and styling properties.
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research Volume Changes During Water Binding to Hair Fibers
Hair increases in size when it absorbs water, and treatments like bleaching affect how much water it can take in.
research Smoke water promotes root meristem activity and cell elongation but inhibits root hair growth under phosphorus deficiency in rice
Smoke water helps rice roots grow longer but reduces root hair growth under low phosphorus.
research Exogenous and endogenous lipids of human hair
Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
research The Interaction of Hair Fibers with Alkali Bromide Solutions
Hair absorbs alkali bromide salts and water, affecting its structure, with absorption decreasing at higher temperatures.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Here’s the rundown on scalp serums from a former cosmetic chemist
Most scalp serums are ineffective for hair loss, with Nécessaire’s “The Scalp Serum” being the only one showing noticeable results, though it's not worth the cost. For androgenetic alopecia, clinical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are necessary, while caffeine and capixyl may offer some benefits.
community My derm said they came up with a new serum that is better then fin? What’s y’all’s thoughts
A new serum claims to enhance hair regrowth by amplifying oxygen delivery, improving the effectiveness of treatments like exosomes and peptides. Users are skeptical, questioning its efficacy compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community 22M After 3 years of minox and almost 2 on fin, I've got a NW1 and my ideal hair... but my face is fucked/aged from minoxidil and I want to stop it
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hair loss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
community Any advice/ alternatives after stopping Fin
A 25-year-old male experienced side effects from finasteride and stopped using it, continuing with minoxidil, vitamin D, and considering microneedling or laser therapy. He is exploring alternatives like topical dutasteride, RU58841, and possibly hair transplants or hair systems.
community Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused prolonged hair shedding without regrowth, leading to the use of both topical and oral minoxidil with oral finasteride. Responses to these treatments vary, emphasizing the need for personalized approaches.
