The user seeks alternatives to Propylene Glycol (PG) for delivering topical finasteride due to scalp irritation. They consider using Propanediol 1,3 and ask for other suggestions.
A 29-year-old with hair loss (NW 3) uses microneedling, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering topical dutasteride after limited success with current treatments and are questioning why it's not more widely discussed.
The user is using 1mg Finasteride daily and ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly for hair regrowth, with noticeable improvement. They are considering adding Minoxidil to their regimen.
Finasteride reduced dandruff and scalp oiliness by lowering DHT, which decreases sebum production. Users also noted improvements with Nizoral and dutasteride.
The conversation discusses struggles with diffuse thinning and hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride, with limited success. The original poster regrets having a hair transplant at 21 due to weak donor hair and ongoing thinning.
A 20-year-old is using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride with stemoxydine, alfatradiol, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermapen for hair loss and is considering mixing these treatments to save time. They are also contemplating a hair transplant that requires 3500 grafts.
The user shared progress on hair loss treatment between September and November using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, a LaserComb, caffeine shampoo, Nizoral, scalp massages, and both oral and topical biotin. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of these treatments.
Hair regrowth after 13 weeks using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, peptide shampoo, serum, and a red light hat. Some growth is attributed to a recent hair transplant.
A 23-year-old man with hair loss, despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, is considering bicalutamide for regrowth but is concerned about feminization. Alternatives like topical estrogen, JXL069, and spironolactone are discussed, with suggestions to explore thyroid levels and other potential underlying conditions.
The conversation discusses a 13-month hair loss treatment update using dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a 1.5mm derma roller, with the original poster reporting no side effects and some improvement in hair thickness. Participants request before-and-after pictures with consistent hairstyles to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
A user seeks a lotion for an inflamed, itchy scalp caused by DHT, asking for options that promote blood flow and contain hair vitamins like caffeine and biotin. Another user suggests using a mix of mustard oil and coconut oil.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen that includes a topical spray with finasteride and minoxidil, tretinoin, and using a Derminator (microneedling device) at 1.25mm depth every 5-6 days. The user reports positive results after 90 days and plans to continue the treatment, with others commenting on the process and potential outcomes.
Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on Breezula, with mentions of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and PP405. Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some trials showing minimal regrowth.
A 39-year-old shared a 17-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and a 1.5mm derma roller, noticing significant results after 9-12 months. They also maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage side effects like dry skin with moisturizer.
Hair loss treatment with Minoxidil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week, healthy diet, and regular exercise showed great results in 2 months. No finasteride was mentioned.
The user noticed a significant improvement in hair loss after 3.5 months using a topical treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 0.025% Tretinoin, which was prescribed and shipped from a pharmacy in Indiana. Other users discussed alternative products with varying concentrations of Minoxidil and Finasteride.
Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.
The user is considering switching from pyrilutamide to 0.025% topical finasteride due to concerns about effectiveness and past side effects from a scalp elixir. They aim to maintain hair until new treatments like breezula or GT00029 become available.
A user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as a keto shampoo for two and a half months, and believes they are seeing slight improvements in their hair loss.
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.
A user shared their haircare routine for hair loss, which includes washing with Nizoral, using Minoxidil and Finasteride, and seeking advice for better results. Other users discussed their own routines, including the use of vitamins, red light therapy, and varying dosages of Finasteride, with some expressing concerns about the harshness of Nizoral and the potential side effects of treatments.
The user has been on dutasteride for six months and experienced significant hair shedding, especially at the hairline, and is seeking advice. Some suggest continuing the treatment and being patient, while others share mixed experiences with dutasteride and consider switching back to finasteride or adding other treatments like RU58841.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss, thinning, and white hair seeks advice on effective treatments. They have started using shampoo and conditioner but have not seen improvement and are open to product suggestions.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can reduce scalp DHT levels more effectively. The discussion includes using minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment.
The user added witch hazel to their routine with finasteride and topical minoxidil to reduce scalp itching and potentially help with hair loss. They find witch hazel affordable and effective for itch relief, though its impact on hair loss is still uncertain.
A user experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg), minoxidil (2.5 mg), and biotin (5 mg) daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment and possible resistance to dutasteride.
Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is mainly used for its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is not a replacement for finasteride, which is recommended by some users despite concerns about side effects.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, dermastamping weekly, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of committing to the treatment.
The user is considering blood tests to understand their receding hairline and is exploring brewer's yeast for its biotin content. They have been using topical Minoxidil, biotin, collagen, and microneedling, but are avoiding oral Finasteride and Dutasteride.