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      community Shaved my head after 7 years of fighting hair loss

      in Shaved/buzzed  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hair loss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

      in Research/Science  69 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  736 upvotes 3 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community PYRILUTAMIDE KX-826 experience

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with the hair loss treatment Pyrilutamide KX-826, which has resulted in some side effects and shedding. The conversation also includes advice for baseline pictures and trying treatments for at least 6 months.

      community Kintor KX-826 Group Buy Feedback

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about a group of people trying KX-826 for hair loss, with no serious side effects reported after 25 days of use. Some participants are experiencing less scalp itch and shedding, but it's too early for definitive results.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 4 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community I'm about to order some retinol and azelaic acid from the ordinary

      in Product  44 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.

      community Spironolactone Update

      in Female  11 upvotes 9 years ago
      A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hair loss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.

      community Any balding females? I need advice with coping :(

       18 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hair loss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.

      community We Are So Back. 10 Months Difference

      in Progress Pictures  1210 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 10 months by using 1.5mg oral finasteride and minoxidil daily, along with weekly derma stamping, after a previous hair transplant and initial thinning. The conversation highlights the importance of using DHT blockers post-transplant to maintain results.

      community Should I risk changing to Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for better hair regrowth, despite concerns about potential shedding and side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the switch for stronger results and others advising caution due to possible side effects and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community Meds ain't working.its been a year on meds.23M

      in Update 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for a year to combat hair loss but sees no improvement and continues to lose over 100 hairs daily. Despite trying various treatments and consulting dermatologists, he feels hopeless and considers stopping the medications.

      community Can minox + dut give me hair like this?

      in Chat  346 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil and dutasteride are discussed as treatments for hair loss, with some users sharing positive experiences and others noting side effects. The effectiveness of these treatments varies, and some users consider additional options like finasteride and topical sprays.