Abyssinian oil, argan oil, and Batana oil are being discussed for their potential effectiveness in hair growth. The conversation questions whether these oils are beneficial or a scam.
Dutasteride can cause hair shedding, which may start around the fourth month of treatment. The user is concerned about whether this shedding is due to the medication or the progression of hair loss.
Theaflavin, a black tea extract, may inhibit DHT and androgen receptor activity, but its effectiveness for hair loss is debated. Users report no significant improvement with theaflavin, while some find beta sitosterol helpful.
CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.
Ecklonia cava is suggested as an alternative to finasteride and dutasteride for hair growth, potentially offering benefits without their side effects. It is promoted for anti-aging, mood enhancement, and cognitive support.
Dutasteride improved the user's hair thickness and health, slowed body and facial hair growth, and enhanced skin condition. The user also reported feeling energetic with a slight decrease in libido but no issues with sexual function.
The user is considering taking ashwagandha while on finasteride to manage side effects, noting it reduces stress but may cause hair thinning. They are unsure if the thinning is due to ashwagandha or normal shedding from finasteride.
Dutasteride capsules were exposed to heat and humidity, causing them to soften, and the user considered replacing them with new ones from a local pharmacy. Suggestions included alternating between old and new capsules, storing them properly, and using them topically with Minoxidil, though the user decided to wait and see the effects of Dutasteride first.
HairCarePls shared their 5-month Dutasteride update, mentioning previous use of Finasteride with no results. They also use Spironolactone, Minoxidil, dermarolling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Yaz contraception for hair loss treatment.
Dutasteride, taken every other day with vitamin and mineral supplements, successfully increased crown hair density without side effects after seven months. The user plans to leave the subreddit after achieving desired hair regrowth.
The user plans to improve hair density using Koshine, Avodart (1.5-2.5mg daily), and 5mg OM daily. They previously used finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and fluridil with some improvement.
Topical Dutasteride is more effective than topical Finasteride for treating AGA in men, with fewer side effects. Mesotherapy with Dutasteride, administered every 3 months, shows promising results for hair regrowth and maintenance without daily routines or significant side effects.
A user is treating hair loss with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Derminator 2, Vitamin D, Biotin, and Zinc. After 6 months, there's no significant visual improvement, but the user feels less insecure about Retrograde Alopecia.
Vitamin D deficiency can hinder hair recovery, and addressing it may help with hair loss. Hair loss may result from various issues like excess DHT, vitamin deficiency, or scalp inflammation.
The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.
A monoclonal antibody clinical trial for potential hair loss treatments in Victoria, Australia and the discussion of their efficacy. People shared information about similar drugs already on the market, speculated about potential side effects, and discussed how to spread the word about the trial.
The post discusses allergens in everyday shampoos and skincare products, listing yearly allergens from 2000 to 2023. It suggests that these chemicals might contribute to acne and hair loss.
A user shared their one-year hair treatment results using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, reporting thicker hair without side effects. Others discussed similar treatments, noting improvements in hair thickness and hairline appearance.
The user shared progress pictures after using topical dutasteride for 4 months, experiencing heavy shedding at month 2, which returned to baseline 1.5 months ago. Previous treatments with topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil were ineffective or caused side effects, and the user is hopeful about the shedding phase indicating potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride.
The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.
The conversation discusses the potential effects of ashwagandha on hair loss and anxiety, with users sharing mixed experiences. Some users caution against ashwagandha due to its potential to increase testosterone and DHT, which could counteract finasteride's benefits, while others suggest alternative methods like exercise, cold showers, or different supplements for managing anxiety.
The Derma Harmony Sulfur/Salicylic acid soap bar shampoo caused significant hair shedding, oily scalp, and cystic acne. The user experienced better results with rosemary shampoo.
Fluridil degrades androgen receptors, which are prevalent in the scalp and other tissues. People with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) may have higher expression of these receptors and 5AR activity in affected scalp areas.
The conversation discusses using Duodart (dutasteride + tamsulosin) for hair loss, with side effects like frequent urination and ejaculation issues leading to discontinuation. The user switched to German Avodart and experienced mood and erection side effects, considering adjusting the dosage to three times a week.
User found Annurmets, an Italian supplement with apple extract for hair loss treatment. Many reported incredible results using Procyanidin B2 from apple extract.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user experienced noticeable regrowth of hair after using dutasteride as a single treatment for about 1.5 years. No before photos were available.
A user has been using finasteride for 3 years with good results but wants to switch to dutasteride due to a plateau. They are seeking an online pharmacy that delivers dutasteride to Europe.
The user experienced side effects from spironolactone and is seeking alternatives for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), considering saw palmetto but unsure of its effectiveness. They are also exploring the possibility of using topical spironolactone, despite availability challenges.