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      community Best science-backed supplements for androgenetic alopecia? Looking for real evidence

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses treatments for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on evidence-based supplements to complement finasteride. Suggestions include oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, tocotrienols, and various other supplements, while emphasizing the importance of scientific backing and cautioning against saw palmetto if already using finasteride.

      community What's the strongest and nuclear yet safe Hair Recovery stack?

      in Chat  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair recovery treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin. Users debate the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some suggesting combinations like dutasteride and minoxidil as potent options.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  259 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.

      community One year progress on fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  176 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss at age 42. Suggestions included adding dermastamping, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community 10 months CB and Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person with Alopecia Areata on their beard is using CB-03-01 and oral minoxidil for treatment. Some users question the effectiveness of CB-03-01 for beard hair, suggesting that minoxidil alone may be responsible for any observed hair growth.

      community Does drinking coffee offset the effects of Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether drinking coffee affects the hair growth benefits of Minoxidil, with one user mentioning that Minoxidil's vasodilation is stronger than caffeine's vasoconstriction, and another sharing personal experience of better hair growth after quitting caffeine while on Minoxidil.

      community Rosemary vs Redensyl. Which one is better? Why?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically comparing rosemary and Redensyl, with the original poster already using finasteride and minoxidil. Users also mention using topical melatonin, caffeine, geranium, rosemary oil, jojoba, coconut, and argan oil for hair and scalp care.

      community Anyone here get results from topical melatonin?

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Triple Hair TH-16 released. Thoughts and opinions?

      in Product  35 upvotes 4 years ago
      Triple Hair's TH-16, a product claimed to be more effective than Minoxidil 5%, has been released; it contains melatonin and resveratrol. One user reported success with topical melatonin and dermarolling.

      community Almost 7 months on topical fin/min- not seeing much benefit

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.

      community GT20029 and PP405 the new fin and min that we been waiting for ?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 10 months ago
      PP405 and GT20029 are new hair loss treatments with different mechanisms from traditional options like Minoxidil and Finasteride. PP405 targets hair follicle stem cells to reactivate growth, while GT20029 works as an androgen receptor deleter, both requiring ongoing use for effectiveness.

      community Crown Still Getting Worse After Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some users suggesting switching to dutasteride for better results. Additional suggestions include iron supplements, microneedling, RU58841, and castor oil, with varying success in regrowing hair, particularly on the crown.

      community Can scalp buildup case strong hair loss?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss despite using finasteride for 10 months and suspects scalp buildup might be contributing. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo, consulting a dermatologist, and trying terbinafine cream.

      community Rice Water (not saying it regrows hair)

      in Styling  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Rice water does not regrow hair but makes it thicker, stronger, and healthier. It is used as a rinse, showing noticeable improvements in hair thickness and volume within three weeks.

      community 1 Year on just Fin 1mg 3 times/week

      in Progress Pictures  839 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg three times a week, starting at age 25, with noticeable regrowth after three months and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and dutasteride, noting varying results and side effects.

      community Anyone here in the 0% like me?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.

      community New Light Therapy Can Suppress a Key Marker of Hair Loss by 92%

      in Research/Science  201 upvotes 1 month ago
      A new light therapy claims to reduce hair loss markers by 92% using a specific wavelength range. Users discuss the cost and effectiveness of devices, with some expressing skepticism and others considering alternative treatments like red light therapy and vitamin D exposure.

      community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel

      in Female  228 upvotes 2 months ago
      A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.

      community Nice product I discovered, thought I would share.

      in Treatment  456 upvotes 1 year ago
      A product that makes hair look thicker and healthier without promoting regrowth. Discussions include treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, red light therapy, and a serum with caffeine and peptides, with mixed effectiveness opinions.

      community My way to recovery and advice - Hope this helps (m20)

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old shared their experience of reversing hair loss without using minoxidil or finasteride, instead relying on supplements like biotin, collagen, fish oil, saw palmetto, and various vitamins. They emphasized the importance of a balanced supplement schedule and noted improvements in hair health without experiencing additional shedding.

      community Does anyone know the chemical formula for pelage pp405?

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of public information on the chemical structure of PP405, a hair loss treatment, and the challenges of synthesizing it without a patent. It also explores a patent related to hydrogen-based topical formulations for reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.