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      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  451 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

      community Minoxidil 5% with 0.01% tretinoin

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil 5% combined with 0.01% tretinoin may be as effective as using minoxidil twice daily. Users discuss switching to oral minoxidil for consistency, with concerns about side effects.

      community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

      in Chat  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

       42 upvotes 6 years ago
      Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community Have you noticed systemic absorption of RU58841?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841 as a topical treatment for hair loss, with some users reporting no systemic issues. The original poster is considering RU58841 due to limited progress with dutasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community People call companies stupid for making very high concentration Topical Fin solutions but I think they overlook the fact that the actual absorption rate of finasteride varies greatly

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses how the absorption rate of topical finasteride varies and is not equivalent to its oral form, with only a small percentage reaching the scalp. It also mentions that minoxidil in high concentrations is used topically because only a small amount is absorbed.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community 5 weeks tretinoin, severe shed and thinning.

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 5 years and finasteride for 7 months, with recent addition of tretinoin cream causing significant hair shedding. Other users suggest the shedding indicates effectiveness and recommend continuing tretinoin use.

      community TH07 - A New Novel Topical Treatment for Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Triple Hair Inc. developed a new topical treatment, TH07, combining Finasteride, Latanoprost, and Minoxidil for androgenic alopecia. Users discussed its effectiveness compared to other treatments and shared their own product combinations.

      community folligenz liposomal minoxidil sulfate

      in Chat 2 months ago
      Folligenz liposomal minoxidil sulfate is being discussed for its effectiveness and cost, with users comparing it to regular minoxidil and tretinoin. One user found no difference with the 10% version and noted that a lower tretinoin percentage reduced side effects like skin peeling.

      community 33 M - one year on 0,5 tret + 5% min

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 33-year-old man used Minoxidil 5% and Tretinoin 0.05% for a year to address hair thinning and receding hairline, resulting in new "baby hairs" filling in thin spots. He applies Tretinoin first, lets it dry, then applies Minoxidil, and notes that consistent use is necessary to maintain results.

      community Does anyone use alfatradiol? Does it do anything at all??

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Alfatradiol is considered a mild treatment for hair loss, often used alongside other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users report it helps maintain hair but is not effective for regrowth on its own.

      community Minoxidil with Tretinoin together

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Combining tretinoin with minoxidil may improve absorption by exfoliating the scalp, but results vary. Users suggest starting with low frequency to avoid irritation, and some recommend additional treatments like finasteride or microneedling.

      community Question regarding, tretinoin and Azelaic acid

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased hair fall after switching from a minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid combo to minoxidil only. They are concerned if the shedding is normal or due to stopping tretinoin and azelaic acid.

      community PP405 ON TEMU....seriously come on

      in Satire  145 upvotes 2 months ago
      A fake hair loss product called "PP405" is being humorously discussed, with users joking about its effectiveness and availability on resale websites. The consensus is that it's a scam, with some users sarcastically claiming miraculous results.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Any other treatments to still be hopeful for?

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of new hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, gt20029, and topical alfatradiol, and the possibility of improving their effectiveness through methods like increased concentration and microneedling. Dutasteride is also mentioned as a stronger option.

      community Topical fin/min/tret hairline worse after 15 months

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day, while another user suggests trying oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Question about making a solution of RU58841

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propylene glycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.