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      community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??

      in Chat  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.

      community GT20029: How It Works for Hair Loss - Hair Loss “Cure”

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      GT20029 is a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia, addressing the root cause by targeting androgen receptors, unlike Minoxidil or Finasteride. It is seen as a preventative measure rather than a regrowth agent, with hopes for market release soon.

      community IM IN ABSOLUTE SHOCK (my 6 week hair loss protocol)

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing positive results in hair regrowth using a protocol that includes minoxidil, dutasteride, essential growth serum, argan oil, trioxidil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They express hope and satisfaction with the progress after six weeks of treatment.

      community Why are there no FDA approved NSAA's yet?

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Gray market sources to get gt20029 or pp405?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about sourcing gray market compounds, gt20029 and pp405, for hair loss treatment. The user is interested in these compounds despite their unproven status and potential risks.

      community Just wanted to brag - shoutout Costco pharmacy

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about obtaining affordable hair loss treatments, specifically dutasteride and minoxidil, through Costco and other pharmacies without needing a membership. The user shares their experience of getting prescriptions from Dr. B’s and Ro, highlighting the cost-effectiveness of their regimen.

      community Masseter Muscles and the Tension Theory of Baldness

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory of baldness, suggesting that over-developed masseter muscles may harm hair follicles. Botox injections to relax these muscles reportedly led to an 18% increase in hair count in men with AGA.

      community Lowering DHT vs measured level and topical scalp treatment issues

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.

      community Dut fully stopped hair from falling out

      in Chat  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride has effectively stopped hair loss for some users, while others continue to experience shedding despite using dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil. Some users report side effects like erectile dysfunction when switching from finasteride to dutasteride.

      community Gt20026 - the actual cure to hairloss?

      in Research/Science 1 month ago
      GT20026 is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss that targets androgen receptors without affecting hormone levels, but it may not promote significant regrowth. It is expected to be available by 2028, with other treatments like Breezula and Clascoterone also mentioned.

      community Help convince me to switch to oral min

      in Minoxidil  145 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil for convenience and better hair regrowth, despite concerns about side effects. They are also tapering off finasteride while starting dutasteride.

      community Shedding and thinning won’t stop on Nuclear protocol

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, low-level laser therapy, ketokonozole, supplements, Viviscal, Nutrafol, microneedling, PRP, and scalp Botox injections, but is still experiencing hair shedding and thinning. Despite being on this regimen for two years, the user's hair condition is worsening, and they are seeking advice on what else they can do.

      community Seeking advice about whether expensive hair treatment is worth it

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending Finasteride and Minoxidil as the gold standard. They suggest microneedling and laser therapy as cost-effective home treatments, while expressing skepticism about the expensive clinic treatment and V2X product.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community How do I look? - Hair transplant update.

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their hair transplant update, having received 4,300 grafts and choosing not to use medications like finasteride or minoxidil due to potential side effects and personal reasons. Many commenters expressed concern that without these medications, the user might experience further hair loss, suggesting that preventative treatments are important for maintaining transplant results.

      community 9-Month Routine Update. Advice?

      in Update  3 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and has recently added microneedling, showing slight progress. The new protocol includes switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex, while seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.

      community This true? Sult1a1 enzyme booster 2025

      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness of a Sult1a1 enzyme booster in enhancing the results of minoxidil for hair loss. Users express interest in the booster, hoping it will improve the effectiveness of oral minoxidil, especially for those who struggle with topical application.

      community Rate my regimen: 20yo/M looking for advice

      in Satire  145 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 20 year old male discussing his hair loss regimen, which includes using topical dutasteride, rogaine, RU58841, minoxidil and Avodart pills as well as scalp massage, stabbing head with steak knife, counting shed hairs under a hair net and sending them to a lab for analysis. Suggestions from other users include scalping method and switching to saw palmetto and zinc supplements.

      community The ANSM is trying to ban Finasteride

      in Research/Science  110 upvotes 10 months ago
      France is considering reviewing finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about their safety, but a ban in the EU is unlikely due to regulatory hurdles. Many users express frustration over the potential ban, emphasizing the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss and criticizing the influence of anecdotal evidence on public health policy.