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      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

      in Research/Science  132 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

      community Tropoelastin injections + verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.

      community Developed dark circles from Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil can cause dark circles and skin issues, and users suggest reducing dosage or switching to foam. Supplements like vitamin C, glycine, and MSM may help with collagen production to reduce these side effects.

      community I’m taking Veradermics VDPHL01 - AMA

      in Treatment  174 upvotes 1 month ago
      A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.

      community Pyrilutamide 5 months results (before, after pics)

      in Progress Pictures  195 upvotes 3 years ago
      Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalp itchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.

      community NW5.5 testing stack of most common "alternative" treatments and methods

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.

      community Dut/Minox/Needling to Dut/Oral Minox/Tretinoin/Needling

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.

      community Losing hairs on aggressive treatment.

      in Transgender  2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using estradiol, bicalutamide, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They stopped minoxidil temporarily, which worsened their condition, and are considering oral minoxidil but are concerned about side effects and cost.

      community For those on TRT and suffer from a more aggressive type of (AGA) hairloss, what are your hair safe protocols?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to prevent hair loss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hair loss using Finasteride alone.

      community EU topical melatonin recommendations?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses recommendations for using topical melatonin for hair loss treatment. It also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.

      community Please critique my regimen, gentle approach oral/topical

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is taking 0.5mg finasteride and 0.5mg Loniten orally daily, using Eucapil twice weekly, and Minoxidil foam once daily for hair loss. They believe Eucapil effectively stops hair loss despite side effects like breast growth.

      community Problem with Topican Finasteride, sides

      in General  119 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like shallow breathing, loss of libido, and erectile issues after using topical finasteride with minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue the treatment despite these side effects.

      community Bimatoprost vs Latanoprost for scalp hair growth

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      Bimatoprost and latanoprost are being considered for scalp hair growth, with concerns about side effects like skin darkening and fat loss. A user warns about potential chemical burns from latanoprost.

      community Tretinoin+Minoxidil heavy shedding. (31M)

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.

      community Question about topical part of treatment

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  34 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.

      community Month 2.5 redo. Topical fin/min microneedling once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who initially had positive results with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss, but experienced side effects like fog and depression. After stopping and losing progress, they restarted with topical treatments and microneedling, reporting good results and no side effects.

      community Head itch even though I use keto shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences scalp itchiness despite using ketoconazole shampoo and is also taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. Suggestions include trying different shampoos like Head & Shoulders, using salicylic acid products, considering allergies, and consulting a dermatologist for alternatives like Ciclopirox.

      community Shedding tremendously on RU5841

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting RU58841, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over a year without stabilization. Others suggest continuing the treatment as shedding can be a normal phase, but caution that RU58841 is unpredictable.

      community Anyone have multi week sheds from ru?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841, despite initial improvements in scalp condition and appearance. They are considering stopping RU58841 to see if shedding decreases.