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      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

      community Finasteride + topical melatonin + rosemary oil for regrowth

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 4 months with positive results, including thicker and darker hair. They are seeking advice on maximizing hair growth without minoxidil, using a routine that includes finasteride, rosemary oil, argan oil, topical melatonin, specialized shampoos, and vitamins.

      community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.

      community 2.5 years later, don’t give up kings. Stay consistent

      in Progress Pictures  403 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone sharing their 2.5-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride and topical minoxidil, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience with these treatments. They also mention using tea tree conditioner and experiencing no side effects from oral finasteride.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  254 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

      in Chat  319 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

      in Treatment  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

      community 3 months 7 days fin 0.5mg /Min and derma

      in Is this regrowth?  131 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride (0.5mg), minoxidil (5% foam), dermarolling, and rosemary oil for 3 months, noticing baby hairs and some shedding. Advice given includes continuing the current treatment, considering additional treatments, and potentially increasing the finasteride dose.

      community I hate it when people write off your hairloss info because “you’re not a doctor.”

      in Treatment  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their frustration about their cousin's refusal to take their advice on using finasteride for aggressive hair loss, despite the cousin's desperation and current use of minoxidil and consideration of PRP injections. The user, who has done extensive research, suggested the cousin needs a 5ar inhibitor, but the cousin dismisses the advice because the user isn't a doctor.

      community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

      community My hair loss theory and what I did to stop my hair loss. 6 years of stabilization.

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their personal theory on hair loss, suggesting it's caused by reduced blood flow and scalp calcification rather than DHT, and claimed to have stopped their hair loss by massaging the scalp, using acid peels, and applying oils and copper peptides. They have not noticed further hair loss for six years since starting this routine.

      community Summary of future treatments from 2020

      in Chat  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Don’t Get Too Hyped About PP405. We've Seen This Movie Before.

      in Research/Science  218 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Regrowth with only Nizoral and Lifestyle Changes; focusing on scalp health & nervous system

      in Is this regrowth?  87 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user reported subtle hair regrowth by focusing on scalp health and lifestyle changes, using Nizoral shampoo and methods to reduce inflammation and cortisol, without using finasteride, minoxidil, or other common treatments. Opinions in the conversation varied, with some skeptical of the results and others acknowledging the potential benefits of addressing scalp health and inflammation.

      community My progress over the past 2 years

      in Progress Pictures  443 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and later adding dutasteride. They noted significant hair thickening, especially after starting oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite some initial thinning and texture changes.

      community Haircafe on why microneedling is bad for hair growth

      in Microneedling  157 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride shows significant hair regrowth, though opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users report substantial benefits, while others highlight the need for more research and consistency in application.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.