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      community What do you guys think about Stem cell treatments

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Stem cell and exosome injections for hair loss are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about using non-genetically related stem cells. Dr. Deyarmin's treatments are mentioned, with some users questioning their legitimacy and others expressing curiosity.

      community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.

      community Microneedling to maintain results from min

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling alone is not effective in maintaining minoxidil results for hair growth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride may enhance results, but microneedling by itself is not a reliable treatment.

      community Microneedling with Topical solution of Min, Dut, and Latanoprost

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering microneedling to enhance absorption of a prescribed topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost, while already taking oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride. They seek advice on the effectiveness and safety of combining these treatments, especially due to the cost and their desire to maximize results.

      community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community Topical finasteride carrier/vehicle

      in Finasteride  135 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering making a homemade topical finasteride solution using an ethanol-based carrier. They are inquiring if a solution containing partially denatured ethyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride is suitable.

      community Have any of you used myoinositol

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using inositol for hair loss, particularly its potential benefits for men, given its success in women with PCOS. The discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Slow going. Min/Fin topical, 1.5 microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures after a year of treating hair loss with 5% minoxidil, then a combination of minoxidil/finasteride topical, and microneedling at 1.5mm bi-weekly. They plan to switch to oral finasteride and more frequent microneedling at a shallower depth while continuing the current regimen.

      community Follica Microneedling Protocol Patent Disclosed

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      Follica's preferred microneedling protocol for hair growth, which includes needle depth, frequency and movement parameters as well as the use of topical treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.

      community What to dilute Finasteride with?

      in Treatments  65 upvotes 11 months ago
      Diluting finasteride in a Hims spray can be done using ethanol or propylene glycol to maintain the desired concentration without increasing minoxidil levels. This approach ensures the finasteride concentration is reduced to 0.025% without affecting the minoxidil strength.

      community 2 months update of minoxidil + Microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using daily 5% minoxidil and weekly microneedling, and plans to add finasteride soon. They are considering the effectiveness of once-daily minoxidil and adjusting microneedling needle size.

      community What do you mix your RU58841 powder with?

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 powder is mixed with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol solution, with some users seeking PG-free alternatives. Minoxidil is also mentioned as a treatment option.

      community Anyone using Finastopic (no pg Isdin)?

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propylene glycol (PG) solution. The user was prescribed a 1% finasteride solution using Finastopic and has been using a self-compounded 0.025% topical finasteride with minoxidil.

      community How am i suppoused to use RU58841?

      in Technology  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed 3g of RU58841 with Kirkland Minoxidil and noticed a gooey precipitate forming. They are seeking advice on what went wrong.

      community How is verteporfin doing in trials?

      in Chat  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the progress of verteporfin in hair loss trials, with users expressing curiosity about its effectiveness and updates. Specific treatments mentioned include FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) combined with verteporfin, with one reported case of donor area regrowth after a year, and three patients being monitored post-treatment by Dr. Bloxham with monthly updates on YouTube.

      community Shoutout to the mice that tested our Minoxidil

      in Satire  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously acknowledges the role of mice in testing Minoxidil for hair loss while also discussing the ethics of animal testing. Some users argue against animal testing, citing cruelty, while others defend its necessity for medical advancements.

      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.