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      community Thoughts on vichy's dercos shampoo?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Vichy's Dercos shampoo, which contains aminexil, niacinamide, AHA, and Vitamin E, for hair issues. One user mentions success with Vichy's serum containing 1.5% aminexil in reducing hair shedding.

      community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

      in Treatment  80 upvotes 4 years ago
      A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

      community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.

      community Minoxidil+ Spray by keep does it contain propylene glycol?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair regrowth and is considering adding topical Minoxidil but is allergic to propylene glycol, which is present in the product they found. They need a solution with tretinoin that does not contain propylene glycol.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community 10 months on Fin plus other treatments (for more time)

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and microneedling for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement with baby hairs and a fuller front hairline. They are considering adding rosemary oil and a dermastamp to enhance results, particularly around the thinning temple areas.

      community Three Months Finasteride & Minoxidil

      in Treatment  73 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 28-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and keto shampoo weekly for hair loss. They report thicker, healthier hair, especially at the crown, with most progress in the last month after initial shedding.

      community Recommend me Shampoo or Saw Palmetto?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding recently started using rosemary and castor oil, microneedling, and an anti-dandruff shampoo. He is considering adding Saw Palmetto and seeks recommendations for a good shampoo.

      community Minoxidil: Sulfotransferase Enzyme booster AVAILABLE NOW

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A new product, Minoxidil booster, which enhances sulfotransferase enzyme activity in the scalp, is now available. The user has started using this product, applied before Minoxidil, to improve their hair loss treatment results.

      community Do mens shampoo for hair loss help with balding?

      in Research/Science  44 upvotes 7 months ago
      Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hair loss or balding. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.

      community What was added to your routine that sparked the most growth?

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with oral minoxidil showing mixed results. Some users report significant improvement with dutasteride and topical minoxidil, while others find oral minoxidil less effective.

      community biochemistry bros, is this hair loss solution viable?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using a combination of finasteride, spironolactone, minoxidil, retinol, azelaic acid, and caffeine for hair loss treatment. The user inquires about the limitations of these drugs and whether tretinoin would be more effective than retinol.
      Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?

      community Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?

      in General  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss possibly caused by a fungal infection might be treated with antifungal shampoos or oral medications. If not fungal, treatments like minoxidil or finasteride may be necessary.
      Can I save my hair without a hair transplant?

      community Can I save my hair without a hair transplant?

      in Treatments  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old is experiencing hair loss at the crown and is using 1mg dutasteride daily with topical 7% minoxidil and 0.25 dutasteride. Another user, also 26, shares a similar experience and has started using a serum but not finasteride yet.

      community Experience with only Minoxidil and Nizoral

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil and Nizoral alone are unlikely to stop hair loss effectively, as they do not address the root cause, which is often DHT. Many users suggest incorporating a 5AR inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for better results, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community Is this hair loss regimen overkill?

      in Chat  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen that includes Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Tretinoin, dermarolling, Nizoral, salicylic acid shampoo, vitamins, and possibly The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum. Some responses suggest the regimen might be excessive, while others believe it is sufficient, especially with Dutasteride.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 6 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Essential Oils shampoo - My 1st experiment

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.

      community Using the nuclear stack and still losing hair... Is this the end for my hair?

      in Update  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, cyproterone acetate, transdermal estradiol, and topical bicalutamide. They suspect cyproterone acetate may be worsening their hair loss and are considering switching to injection monotherapy.
      Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      community Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      in General  114 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using RU58841 but is considering pyrilutamide and minoxidil, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggests finasteride or dutasteride as essential, possibly in topical form, while dismissing saw palmetto as ineffective.

      community M30, month 4 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 30-year-old male is using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and various supplements for hair loss, reporting no sexual side effects but experiencing tinnitus. He stopped microneedling and tretinoin cream, saw quick results, and experiences low-intensity shedding.

      community Should I change or add to my hair regimen?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 35-year-old man is considering adjusting his hair loss treatment, currently using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, with inconsistent application. He is advised to add oral minoxidil for consistency and possibly increase the dutasteride dosage while continuing Ayurvedic treatments for hair texture.