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570-600 / 1000+ resultscommunity In theory, will everyone on setipiprant be able to maintain their hair forever?
Setipiprant may help with hair maintenance but is not a guaranteed solution for everyone. Other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and topical spironolactone are discussed, with varying opinions on their effectiveness.
community SCUBE3 and GT20029 could be the closet thing to a cure: Hair Follicle Regeneration and Protection Against DHT
SCUBE3 and GT20029 are potential treatments for hair loss, with SCUBE3 stimulating hair growth and GT20029 protecting against DHT. A combined approach using SCUBE3, finasteride or dutasteride, and later GT20029 could provide a comprehensive treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
community Topical peppermint may reduce scalp T and DHT?
Peppermint oil may promote hair regrowth by decreasing scalp testosterone and DHT levels. Other herbs in the Mint family, like spearmint and rosemary, might also reduce testosterone.
community Is using one of these caps for bed enough to prevent minoxidil to get on the bedsheets?
Using a cap at night can prevent minoxidil from transferring to bedsheets and is safe for pets. Washing hair the next day is recommended for safety.
community Is there any way to get Ru58841 in India?
RU58841 is not FDA approved, and users are discussing its availability and legitimacy in India, with some mentioning brands like Vantanex and Capomil. One user warns about the risk of gyno from RU58841, advising to stop use at the first sign of sensitivity.
community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!
TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
community People are hyped about PP405 but what about Veradermics phase 2!
Veradermics' phase 2 trial of slow-release oral minoxidil shows promising hair regrowth with minimized side effects, gaining significant attention and funding. PP405 is also noted for its potential as a side-effect-free alternative.
community Aminexil, Nanoxidil, Stemoxydine and Kopexil. Anyone use them?
Aminexil, nanoxidil, stemoxydine, and kopexil are discussed as alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with concerns about dependence. Minoxidil is noted for its effectiveness in transitioning hair growth phases, but dependence is mainly linked to androgenic alopecia.
community Oral PTD-DBM available online, worth giving a shot?
Oral PTD-DBM was discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it was deemed ineffective in humans despite promising results in mice. The conversation concluded that trying it without VPA might be unwise.
community What new hair-loss treatments actually look exciting right now (Oct 2025)
New hair loss treatments include Breezula, PP405, ET-02, KX-826, GT20029, VDPHL01, and CosmeRNA, with some showing promise in reactivating stem cells and reversing greying. Breezula and VDPHL01 are highlighted as potential add-ons or alternatives to current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
community New Approach to Ketoconazole or just waste of time?
The post discusses using 2% ketoconazole shampoo as a competitive androgen receptor antagonist for hair loss, applied for 1.5 hours daily. The user questions its effectiveness and potential benefits compared to finasteride and minoxidil.
community Is it worth using anti-hair loss shampoo?
Anti-hair loss shampoos, like the one with rosemary, quillaja, and jaborandi extracts, mainly support scalp health but are not effective for hair regrowth compared to treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Ketoconazole 2% is noted as the only effective anti-hair loss shampoo, while others are often considered scams.
community ChatGPT might've created a new chemical (RU99999)? 😏 jk
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It jokingly suggests the creation of a new chemical called RU99999.
community Does RU58841 potentially cause cancer?
RU58841 may pose cancer risks due to its antiandrogen properties and lack of long-term safety data. Using it is considered a high-risk experiment with unknown potential for harm.
community Aromatase Upregulation along with DHT down regulation could possibly hold the cure
The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.
community A preliminary study on topical cetirizine in the therapeutic management of androgenetic alopecia.
The conversation discusses using topical cetirizine as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Persistent Genital Itching on Finasteride Despite Clotrimazole Treatment
The user experienced genital itching while using finasteride and noticed a yellow bump, which improved with clotrimazole, but the itching persists. The discussion focuses on side effects of finasteride.
community Hmi-115 hair loss cure, how does it work? Is there a relationship between prolactin and DHT?
Hair loss linked to DHT and prolactin levels. Hmi-115 cure discussed, along with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 treatments.
community Don't just focus on Finasteride, Minoxidil and Ketaconozole/Derma rolling
Improving hair health involves not only using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole but also focusing on a healthy lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and stress management. A balanced approach enhances treatment effectiveness and overall well-being.
community actifolic tretinoin application to improve minoxidil absorption. How much of this to use? before or after monoxidil?
The conversation discusses using Actifolic tretinoin to enhance the absorption of Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It questions the amount of tretinoin to use and whether to apply it before or after Minoxidil.
community Exosomes - do they work as results look promising?
Exosomes are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users reporting initial improvement. One user moved on to using dutasteride and oral minoxidil with positive results.
community Minoxidil is NOT an Anti-androgen. No.
Minoxidil is not an anti-androgen; it is a growth stimulator and does not lower DHT like finasteride or dutasteride. Minoxidil can cause side effects like facial swelling and anxiety due to its vasodilator properties.
community The Solution for Topical Solutions
Using roll-on bottles for applying minoxidil and RU58841 improves application efficiency and reduces product waste. Topical treatments are used continuously, except on microneedling days.
community Gartanin Degrades dht receptor found in mangosteen fruit. Gonna buy the raw powder mix it with castor oil and filter out the rest. And apply topically.
The conversation discusses using gartanin from mangosteen mixed with castor oil to degrade the androgen receptor for hair loss treatment. Alternatives like setipiprant, minoxidil, and dermastamping are also mentioned, with concerns about cost and potential side effects.
community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy
The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.
community Is there a topical androgen receptor blocker so we don't have to fuck with the enzyme and destroy our allopregnanolone, but go and hit the end target straight?
The conversation discusses topical androgen receptor blockers for hair loss, mentioning Clascoterone, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and RU58841. Ketoconazole's effectiveness and application methods are also debated.
community Holding the line with no meds.
A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.