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      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  27 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community Thoughts on this procyanidin B2 supplement?

      in Product  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User found 15% procyanidin B2 supplement and asks if it's legit. Recommended dosage is 400-600mg daily, similar to study, and user wonders if it's effective for hair loss.

      community Retinol substitute for Tretinoin

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking a substitute for Tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering using Retinol as an alternative.

      community Microneedling depth. Does one length fit all areas of the scalp? Maybe not.

      in Microneedling  51 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

      community Did anyone try dutasteride mesotherapy? scared of oral side effects (high DHT male here)

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss due to concerns about oral side effects from high DHT levels. They have been using topical finasteride with minoxidil but are exploring mesotherapy as an alternative, while another user shares their experience with mesotherapy sessions using dutasteride and minoxidil without side effects.

      community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.

      community Any good experiences with Alfatradiol ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.

      community Choose your topical antiandrogen and tell me why

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about choosing a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, with options including RU58841, CB0301, Pyrolutamide, Alfatradiol, and Fluridil. Users discuss their preferences and reasons for selecting specific treatments.

      community oral minoxidil is coming in clutch fr

      in Satire  641 upvotes 3 years ago
      . This conversation is a satire post about a user who appears to have an abundance of hair, with other users commenting and asking questions about the treatments they use for their hair loss. Treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Microneedling frequency at 1.5 mm for hair growth

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling at 1.5 mm should be done every 4 to 6 weeks, not weekly, to prevent scalp trauma and improve hair growth. The user is also using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, 5 mg minoxidil daily, and started RU58841 two months ago.

      community What’s the consensus on The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum is used alongside treatments like minoxidil, topical finasteride, and derma rolling, with some users reporting hair thickening and vellus hair regrowth. However, experiences vary, and some users are skeptical due to the lack of solid evidence and mixed efficacy reports.

      community New Fluridil group buy

      in Product  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A group buy for products to treat hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Participants are interested in adding more people before ordering the next order.

      community I’m taking Veradermics VDPHL01 - AMA

      in Treatment  174 upvotes 1 month ago
      A participant using Veradermics VDPHL01, an extended-release oral minoxidil, experienced significant hair regrowth from Norwood 6 to Norwood 3V without side effects. They plan to use dutasteride after the treatment to maintain results.

      community Month 7. Dut/min/stemoxydine/microneedle. Nw7.

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress on hair regrowth using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They noted significant improvement, particularly in vellus hair growth, and discussed the potential addition of RU58841, though they experienced side effects with it previously.

      community Stop being assholes to teenagers on this sub.

      in Chat  542 upvotes 1 year ago
      Teenagers experiencing hair loss face ridicule instead of support, impacting their mental health. Effective treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling.

      community Anyone hear of Ursolic Acid?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Ursolic acid, found in apple peels, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender, may have anti-androgen effects similar to finasteride. It might be beneficial for hair health when used with other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Olumiant alternative for Alopecia Areata?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with alopecia areata is considering treatment options like injections or Olumiant but is concerned about cost and whether delaying treatment will lead to permanent hair loss. They are seeking alternative treatments that are more affordable for a college student.

      community Topical ( Fin+Min+Arginine) wow?

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and arginine, showing noticeable progress in one month. The user suggests adding arginine serum for better results.

      community Breezula Phase 3 Results enough for maintenance?

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      Breezula shows promise in stabilizing hair loss and potentially promoting regrowth at the one-year mark, offering hope for those who can't tolerate 5AR inhibitors. Its local targeting of androgen receptors could be a significant advancement if it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Trivitamin Oil + derma rolling?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using a trivitamin oil mix (Vitamin E, D3, A, Argan Oil, Sunflower Oil) for hair thinning and whether it is safe to apply it after derma rolling. It is advised to wait 12-24 hours after derma rolling before applying any products to avoid infections or allergic reactions.

      community Purchasing and Shipping Alpecin DMG to the United States.

      in Product  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.