Clascoterone cream can be used on the scalp, but it may not be effective due to its dosage. AR antagonists like clascoterone are generally less effective than 5AR inhibitors for hair loss.
A 23 year old male's 9-month progress with 1mg/day of finasteride, which has been life changing and resulted in a significant improvement in hair thickness.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, referencing a "Smiling Friends" episode. It includes jokes about hair loss, AI-generated images, and the show's satire on societal perceptions of baldness.
The user shared minimal results from using JXL-069 for hair loss, noting a slight lengthening of vellus hairs and plans to switch to a prodrug variant due to limited effectiveness. They also mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil, which have plateaued in results.
The user shared impressive hair growth results after 7 months using a regimen of dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and biotin, alongside a healthy lifestyle. The conversation humorously discusses extreme and unconventional hair loss treatments, with many users expressing amazement and curiosity about the progress.
A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.
Anagenica.com has poor customer service but delivers quality hair loss products like liposomal dutasteride. OP recommends ordering directly from Farmacia Tristiana for better service.
A 21-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, Procapil, and microneedling over 8 months. The barber was amazed by the progress, and the user no longer sees their scalp during haircuts.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.
Justin Bieber's hair loss and his choice not to use finasteride or other treatments like rectal injection are discussed, with reasons speculated to be side effects or lack of concern. The conversation also mentions his past hair transplant and suggests his wealth and fame might make appearance less of a priority.
The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.
A user reversed hair loss using 10% sulfur soap, which reduced scalp inflammation and possibly demodex mites. The user did not use finasteride or minoxidil, suggesting inflammation may contribute to hair loss.
The conversation discusses disappointment with the hair loss treatment KX-826 but notes that the company Kintor is still focused on developing and commercializing it, as stated in their 2023 annual report. The user questions the effectiveness of KX-826 in comparison to minoxidil's role in improving hair thickness and appearance.
A user with diffuse thinning alopecia uses a custom full cap wig for an active lifestyle, costing $450 and lasting about 10 months. They share their positive experience with the wig as an alternative for those for whom treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 don't work.
A 28-year-old has been using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg, topical minoxidil 5%, and Cafune shampoo for 104 days with positive results and is considering adding microneedling. No side effects from dutasteride have been reported.
A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
Rob English's scalp massages are discussed as a method to reduce DHT and stop hair loss, but many users criticize it as ineffective compared to treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Some users argue that alternative treatments like scalp massages and microneedling can work for some, but the community largely favors the "big three" medications.
A user plans to stop Dutasteride to conceive a child, seeking advice on hair maintenance. Suggestions include switching to Finasteride, but many emphasize prioritizing child safety.
The user is considering a hair transplant after 4 years of using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and scalp massages for hair regrowth. Opinions differ, with some suggesting continuing current treatments and others recommending a transplant to reduce maintenance.
A user shared their first progress picture after 60 days on finasteride for hair loss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. They thanked the community for discussions that encouraged them to try finasteride.
The conversation is about skepticism regarding new hair loss treatments until they are FDA approved. People have been joking about treatments being 5-7 years away for decades.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
The conversation discusses alternatives to 5AR inhibitors for hair loss treatment, suggesting options like minoxidil, KX-826, pyrilutimide, microneedling, and topical bicalutamide. Concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments are also highlighted.
The conversation is about optimism for new hair loss treatments like Stemson's bioengineering, osteopotin, SCUBE3, GT20029, and Verteprofin, and inquires about other notable treatments.
People are sharing their experiences of keeping a hidden folder on their phones with photos documenting their hair loss. Some users discuss the emotional impact, while one mentions using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without noticeable change.
The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hair loss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hair thinning.
A 26-year-old male with a family history of early baldness documents his hair loss journey, using finasteride, dutasteride, and Nizoral, along with lifestyle changes like weightlifting and a vertical diet. Despite some stabilization, he continues to experience thinning and remains determined to fight hair loss.
There is no new information on pp405, with data collection expected to finish by the end of 2025. Users are discussing the timeline for data analysis and completion of Pelage Pharmaceuticals' phase 2 study.