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      community The future of hair loss drugs.

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% and PP405 are being discussed as potential future treatments for hair loss, with clascoterone nearing phase three completion and PP405 possibly taking a cosmetic route to market. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned as effective in slowing hair loss, but a complete cure remains elusive.

      community Quote from Pelage (PP-405) Spokesperson...

      in Research/Science  122 upvotes 8 months ago
      Pelage is developing a topical hair follicle stem cell therapy, PP405, for non-scarring alopecias like androgenetic alopecia, with Phase III trials planned and a potential market launch by 2027. The treatment may not require continuous use after initial regrowth.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  258 upvotes 1 year ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Creatine and Hairloss (experiment)

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experimented with creatine while using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing increased bald spots and thinner hair, but attributed it to his hair cycle rather than creatine. Other users suggested that creatine doesn't cause hair loss directly, but increased testosterone from workouts might affect those with a genetic predisposition.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community Does DHT give you a leaner face?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride may increase estrogen levels, leading to water retention and a fuller face. Users discuss managing these effects with lifestyle changes and supplements like zinc and DIM.

      community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.
      22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions

      community 22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions

      in General  269 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss and anxiety, trying treatments like topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments don't stop hair loss or promote regrowth.

      community 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains

      in Update  115 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.

      community Anyone here on creatine? Any hairloss sides?

      in Chat  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in some people, especially those prone to male pattern baldness, but results differ. Some users experience no hair loss when using finasteride or dutasteride alongside creatine.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 4 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Jxl069 (pp405 api) week 8 update

      in Progress Pictures  200 upvotes 10 months ago
      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.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Can a THICK and DENSE beard partially compensate esthetically MPB

      in Styling  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but had to stop finasteride due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant and debating whether a thick beard can compensate for hair loss in terms of attractiveness.

      community 29f Female on Dutasteride Progress.

      in Female  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.

      community Further prolactin research....

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      HMI 115 did not work as expected for hair regrowth in humans, unlike in macaque monkeys. There is anticipation for further research on prolactin's role in hair loss, with expectations that pharmaceutical companies will likely solve this before universities.