Tracking Topics
Track the zone you care about. Then decide with evidence.
These pages are programmatic, but not thin: each topic has a concrete photo protocol, what-to-log checklist, decision points, and FAQs. The recommendation is always the same: baseline first.
How to use this directory
- Pick the zone you care about most (hairline, temples, crown, or diffuse thinning).
- Follow the capture setup exactly for 4-8 weeks.
- Only change one variable at a time if you decide to act.
Start here (recommended)
If you are new, read the main tracking guide first. Then pick a zone-specific protocol below. The goal is not to read more. The goal is to collect clean evidence.
Baseline first
Baseline first. Then measure one zone consistently.
Pick a protocol below, run it for 4-8 weeks, and only change one variable at a time. This is how you prevent false wins and panic weeks.
Baseline Photo Setup (Angles, Lighting, Distance) You Can Repeat
A baseline photo setup you can repeat: the angles to capture, lighting rules, and a simple checklist that keeps comparisons honest.
Change One Variable at a Time (Protocol for Interpretable Results)
A simple protocol for making any routine change interpretable: baseline first, one variable at a time, and window-based decisions.
Finasteride Tracking Log (What to Record Weekly)
A weekly finasteride tracking log: what photos to take, what to record, and decision points to avoid guessing based on vibes.
How to Track Crown Thinning (Top-Down Protocol + Decision Points)
A practical crown-thinning tracking protocol: consistent top-down photos, what to log, and decision points to avoid false alarms.
How to Track Diffuse Thinning (So You Can Tell Trend vs Noise)
A tracking-first way to handle diffuse thinning: what to photograph, what to log, and how to decide when to wait vs get evaluated.
How to Track Hairline Recession (Without Getting Fooled)
A tracking-first protocol for hairline recession: what photos to take, what to log, and decision points to know when to wait vs act.
How to Track Temple Recession (Angles, Distance, and Decision Windows)
A temple-recession tracking protocol: the exact angles to capture, what to log, and how to avoid false 'worsening' from setup changes.
Minoxidil Shedding: What to Measure Before You Panic-Change
A tracking-first way to handle minoxidil shedding: what to photograph weekly, what to log, and how to decide using windows instead of one bad week.
Oral vs Topical Minoxidil (How to Decide with a Baseline)
A tracking-first decision framework for oral vs topical minoxidil: what to measure, what to log, and how to avoid attribute confusion when switching.
Post-Haircut Comparisons (How Not to Fake Progress or Worsening)
A simple protocol for comparing photos around haircuts: what to log, when to compare, and how to avoid confusing length changes with density changes.
Scalp Symptoms Photo Log (Redness, Itch, Flaking, Irritation)
A simple photo + notes log for scalp symptoms that can affect how hair looks. Useful for clinician conversations and for avoiding misreads.
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Baseline first
Start with a baseline
Download the app, capture consistent scans, then follow the protocol for 4-8 weeks before you change anything.