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      community Dut for 8 months, getting crushed honestly

      in Update  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and vitamin D for 8 months with no improvement in hair loss. They are considering trying RU58841 or a hair transplant due to the ineffectiveness of current treatments.

      community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

      community Update on my progress after 10,5 months

      in Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a combination of oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding recently. Suggestions include simplifying the regimen by dropping finasteride and topical minoxidil, and possibly adding RU58841, while others advise maintaining the current approach for consistent results.

      community 2.5 years on finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral - before and after

       500 upvotes 8 years ago
      The progress made by someone using finasteride, minoxidil and Nizoral for hair loss over a 2.5 year period, with before and after photos to show the results. Replies included encouragements and questions about the treatments used.

      community 41 years old with 10+ years of hair loss. 2 months progress on Topical Fin&Min, Dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, Laser Cap and B12, Biotin, D3 Vitamins

      in Progress Pictures  105 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.

      community Nutritional factors to check for apart from DHT ?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about identifying nutritional factors that should be checked and supplemented to address diffuse hair loss, including Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Vitamin B, Iron, Zinc, Protein, and Omega-3. No specific treatments were mentioned.

      community My complete Army in the upcoming War against DHT & battle plans.

      in Technology  49 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's comprehensive hair loss treatment plan, including finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. The user describes their approach as a strategic battle against DHT, with finasteride as the main treatment.

      community Whats best vitamins and supplements before and after hair transplant?

      in Transplants 2 years ago
      The user's first hair transplant failed, and they are preparing for a second one. They are considering whether to continue multivitamins and B complex before the surgery, and are asking for advice on supplements to take for hair loss that do not include DHT blockers, finasteride, minoxidil, or high-dose biotin, and are contemplating iron, folic acid, vitamin C, and NAC for before and after the surgery.

      community (Topic) does saw palmetto actually work?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hair health, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.

      community Dermatologist recommends Evening-Primrose Oil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended Evening-Primrose Oil, Biotin, Zinc, Vitamin D, and K to block DHT and address hair loss. The user is considering these alternatives to prescription drugs like finasteride.

      community Recommended lotion for irritated scalp?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      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.

      community Started my journey today, wish me luck

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 27-year-old at Norwood 3 is starting a hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, scalp massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. The focus is on reducing DHT and stimulating growth, with finasteride emphasized as the key long-term solution.

      community Update 6 months natural treatments

      in Is this regrowth? 1 year ago
      A user discusses their hair loss and current natural treatments, including derma stamp, rosemary oil, wild growth hair oil, biotin, omega 3, and a small DHT blocker. Another user suggests the hair loss is androgenic alopecia and recommends either taking finasteride or accepting the hair loss.

      community Turning vellus hairs into terminal hair

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.

      community DHT Blocker without Selenium and Zinc??

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A female user is seeking a DHT blocker without Selenium or Zinc due to hair breakage and is currently using Saw Palmetto, Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin and Nails, Pumpkin seed oil, Dermastamp, and Pura D'or products. She has tried Minoxidil without success and is considering Finasteride but prefers natural options first.

      community Reminder: Biotin supplementation is a scam.

      in Product  112 upvotes 3 years ago
      Biotin supplements are considered ineffective for hair loss and are not supported by evidence. People in the conversation have mixed experiences, with some noting benefits for nails and skin but not hair, while others continue to use biotin as part of their vitamin regimen.

      community My DHT levels while being on DUT for a year

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  34 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the ineffectiveness of tablet forms of dutasteride for hair loss due to poor absorption compared to soft gel capsules. It suggests switching to FDA-approved soft gel capsules for better results, as tablets may not adequately suppress DHT levels.

      community 4 months of Minoxidil 5% and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil 5% and biotin for hair loss. One reply suggests shaving the head or adding finasteride to the treatment.

      community Have you tried Biotin supplements for your hair?

      in Product  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hair loss and some experienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hair loss treatment.

      community Nizoral ketaconazole any good for dht reduction

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.

      community Any experience on Natural DHT blocker?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community Passive/preventative anti-DHT haircare routine?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventative hair care measures for hair loss, focusing on non-prescription treatments like rosemary, peppermint, castor oils, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also touches on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for those experiencing hair loss.