The user "AcanthocephalaNo7632" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the use of minoxidil and finasteride. Some users questioned the authenticity of the progress pictures.
A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.
A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos and its potential impact on thinning hair. The user follows a regimen of shampoo, keto shampoo, and conditioner, seeking suggestions for better products.
The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.
AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.
A user is seeking feedback on a homemade topical finasteride formula for hair loss, consisting of 7.5 mg of finasteride, propylene glycol, ethanol, and distilled water. They aim to achieve a 0.0125% solution by applying 2 ml daily.
Pyrilutimide and CB-03-01, two treatments for hair loss, have similar clinical trial results despite different binding affinities to androgen receptors. Factors other than binding affinity, like the time a drug stays bound to the receptor, may influence their effectiveness.
Everychem's solution, similar to PP405, has mixed results for hair regrowth, with some users reporting improvements and others seeing no change or worsening hair loss. Users are sharing experiences and updates to determine its effectiveness.
Exosomes, cetirizine, melatonin, latanoprost, and caffeine are discussed as potential hair loss treatments. There is skepticism about the effectiveness of exosomes, especially in topical form, but some users report positive results.
A user shared a positive experience with finasteride, using 1mg daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss prevention, maintaining hairline and density for three years. They also use a moisturizing conditioner, vitamins, and scalp massages for general hair health.
The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.
The user is considering combining finasteride and minoxidil tablets into a topical solution that already includes Garnier Fructis stemoxydine and CB0103. They are seeking advice on whether this combination is effective and safe.
SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
The user recommends a thickening clay as a great pre-styling product for hair volume and texture, despite its poor hold. They also mention using finasteride and express skepticism about the effectiveness of a shampoo containing saw palmetto and caffeine.
A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.
The conversation discusses a product called Rexagain Mixprocapil, which includes topical finasteride. Users express skepticism about the product's legitimacy and caution about its use.
PP405 shows promise in treating severe hair loss, with 31% of users experiencing over 20% hair density increase in four weeks, faster than minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the results' significance and long-term efficacy.
The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.
A user maintains NW2 hair with 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with ketoconazole shampoo and derma stamping. They seek advice on more aggressive treatments to achieve NW1.
Crushing finasteride pills into stemoxydine may not be effective without removing the coating first. It's unclear if the pills dissolve completely or settle as sediment.
The user has been using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for 11 months, with noticeable regrowth on the crown but minimal improvement on the hairline. They experienced no significant side effects and plan to continue the treatment long-term.
User plans to use hair fibers regularly and asks about re-application, consistency, rain protection, and Boldify vs Toppik. Others provide advice and share experiences.
The conversation is about finding a pure high molecular weight hyaluronic acid for the scalp after microneedling. A user suggests using a product from The Ordinary.
User experienced hair thickening with pyri but also side effects like reduced sex drive. Stopping pyri and returning to CB restored sex drive, suggesting pyri may go systemic or be incorrectly formulated.
The conversation discusses making topical finasteride at home, questioning the necessity of removing the pill's coating before use. Users suggest that the coating isn't harmful, and finasteride dissolves in ethanol, with some recommending filtering out the coating and fillers.