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      community New Study: PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and stimulate natural hair growth by 20%

      in Research/Science  839 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and increase hair growth by 20% in eight weeks, unlike minoxidil or finasteride. However, skepticism remains about its effectiveness and availability, with concerns about funding and the timeline for broader access.

      community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

      in Chat  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

      community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal side effects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.

      community 1 year progression dut+minox...

      in Progress Pictures  588 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year hair loss treatment using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, tretinoin, and PRP. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, potential issues with diffuse thinning, and sourcing affordable treatments.

      community DHT levels and correlation to hair loss

      in Chat  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and is considering using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride to address potential DHT-related hair loss. Low ferritin levels due to frequent blood donations may also contribute to hair issues, and the user is working on stabilizing iron levels.

      community big shedding after months of fin?

      in General  20 upvotes 11 months ago
      Shedding after two months of using 1.5 mg finasteride is a common concern. It's often a normal part of the hair growth cycle.

      community 24M, 0.5 Dut, 2.5mg Min, 10mg Biotin. 2 month crown update.

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old male shares his two-month progress on hair regrowth using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, 10mg Biotin, and Ketoconazole shampoo, noting significant crown improvement. Users discuss the effectiveness of oral Minoxidil, with some expressing skepticism about photo angles and the necessity of Biotin unless deficient.

      community Help labing up hair preservations

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making RU58841 solutions for hair loss treatment and sourcing ingredients for KB solutions. The user mentions using RU58841 powder from Shaanxi Greenyobiotech.

      community M34, diffuse thinning since 20ish. Few more months to go?

      in Is this regrowth?  104 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, genuine minoxidil, and dermastamping, noting significant improvement after switching from a fake minoxidil product. They advised others to verify the authenticity of minoxidil through a bleach test to avoid counterfeit products.

      community Has anyone tried this DHT Blocking Supplement?

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation is about using a DHT-blocking supplement alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user decided against the supplement and increased their finasteride dose from 1 mg to 2.5 mg per day.

      community Is latanoprost/bimatoprost actually that effective?

      in Product  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      Latanoprost/bimatoprost's effectiveness in hair loss treatment is discussed, with its potential to convert vellus hairs to terminal hairs. It works differently from minoxidil and finasteride, and may be best for hairline application, but is not a replacement for them due to price and mechanism.
      31M Started Finasteride 1mg OD

      community 31M Started Finasteride 1mg OD

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  131 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old started taking finasteride 1mg daily to address hair loss, hoping for stronger and thicker hair. They have not experienced any side effects so far and shared before pictures for comparison.

      community KX-826 1% Phase II Results from China Just Dropped

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 8 months ago
      KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) 0.5% and 1.0% solutions showed promising results in increasing hair count for male androgenetic alopecia, with the 0.5% dose slightly outperforming the 1% dose. The treatment was well-tolerated with no sexual side effects, but skepticism remains due to past inconsistencies in trial results.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community 47 year old. Finasteride for 1 year+

      in Progress Pictures  292 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 47-year-old has been using finasteride since December 2022 to treat hair thinning and has seen gradual improvement, especially between March and August. They take 1mg three times a week and have noticed increased hair density and thickness.

      community 4.5 months on 1mg fin/6%min/2.5mg biotin hybrid progress

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after 4.5 months using a chewable treatment with 1mg finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, despite initial shedding and acne from accutane. Opinions on progress vary, with some noticing thicker hair and others seeing no difference or thinning.

      community 3yr Fin/Dut/Niz NW3+ —> NW1.5 Pictures with Writeup

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user improved their hair loss from NW3+ to NW1.5 over three years using a regimen of dutasteride, finasteride, Nizoral, biotin, and collagen. They experienced some side effects and adjusted dosages over time, and noted additional benefits like better skin and muscle gain.

      community Compounded topicals

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community [M26]1 Month Progress. Oral ED, 1.1 Fin 3 min + Biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 26-year-old man has seen hair regrowth after one month of using oral finasteride (1.1mg), minoxidil (3mg), and biotin daily, along with weekly ketoconazole shampoo and plans to add derma stamping. He reports minimal side effects and attributes an increase in libido to starting exercise, not the hair loss treatments.

      community Betnovate Scalp for hair loss?

      in Product  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      A dermatologist prescribed Betnovate scalp, a corticosteroid, for a 21-year-old male's hair loss due to DHT. The individual is considering using Nizoral shampoo, topical finasteride, a derma roller, and minoxidil, but is unsure about the effectiveness of two other products suggested by the dermatologist.