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      community PP405 - hair stem cell stimulation

      in Research/Science  53 upvotes 2 years ago
      PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.

      community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D

      in Update  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.

      community Fin is killing my eyes. Alternatives?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe dry eyes as a side effect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential side effects.

      community Diagnosed with a mild form of Alopecia

      in Treatment 6 years ago
      A user experienced rapid hair loss and was prescribed Desonide cream for mild Alopecia. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness and potential side effects.
      Feedback on Hair Repair Clinic 5% Minoxidil Cream vs. Sons 5% Spray

      community Feedback on Hair Repair Clinic 5% Minoxidil Cream vs. Sons 5% Spray

      in General  119 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil spray to a minoxidil cream for easier application and less greasiness. They are inquiring about the Hair Repair Clinic 5% minoxidil cream, which includes optional tretinoin and other ingredients like isopropyl myristate and beeswax.

      community Minoxidil and concern about cats

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats, and even small amounts can be fatal. The user decided against using topical minoxidil due to the risk to their cats and considered oral minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo as alternatives.
      Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      community Any experiences with fin/dut alternatives?

      in General  76 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is exploring alternatives to finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about side effects, and is using rosemary and jojoba oil, ketoconazole, minoxidil, microneedling, multi-peptide serum, saw palmetto, and stinging nettle for hair loss. They are also considering CB 03 01 and spironolactone.

      community Is hydrocortisone that bad for your scalp?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hydrocortisone is not recommended for long-term use on the scalp due to potential side effects like thinning and steroid-related issues. Alternatives like foam minoxidil or oral minoxidil are suggested, though foam may be less effective.

      community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

      in Transplants  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

      community Oral Castor Oil Experiment Day #1

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experimenting with taking 1-1.5ml of pure castor oil orally daily as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth. They aim to find a safer option that promotes overall body and head hair growth without the side effects of minoxidil.

      community How are you guys using tretinoin on your scalp?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      People are discussing how to apply tretinoin to the scalp for hair loss treatment and managing scalp dryness. Specific treatments mentioned include tretinoin, minoxidil (Min), finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).

      community 2% Ketoconazole/Nizoral Daily?

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 7 months ago
      Using 2% ketoconazole daily can dry out the scalp; 1-2 times a week is recommended. Combining ketoconazole with treatments like minoxidil, alfatradiol, and fluridil can help manage hair loss effectively.

      community 3 months - Fin&Min Topical Spray, Tretinoin, Derminator 1.25 every 5-6 days

      in Progress Pictures  146 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Low topical fin + 0.5% pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Using a combination of low-dose topical finasteride (0.025%) and 0.5% pyrilutamide for hair loss, with a focus on minimizing side effects. The user seeks experiences and results from others who have tried this combination.

      community Alfatradiol to combat hair loss

       6 upvotes 12 years ago
      Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Alfatradiol is suggested as another potential solution.

      community DHT Gel (2.5%) to beard area + Dut + Pyri 1% + Minox

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a combination of DHT gel, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, and minoxidil to promote beard growth while minimizing hair loss. Users suggest consulting a doctor and considering genetic factors before proceeding.

      community Mineral deficiencies vs MPB vs Thyroid

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair improvement using a topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin combo, along with supplements like zinc, copper, magnesium, vitamin D3, K2, iodine, and boron. They believe these changes are due to addressing mineral deficiencies and possibly thyroid issues, despite skepticism from others.

      community I think Ru58841 stopped my itching.

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hair loss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.

      community What ketoconazole shampoo do you use?

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Users discuss ketoconazole shampoos for hair loss, mentioning Nizoral, selsun blue, and alternatives like prescription strength options and compounded lotions to reduce dryness. Some users suggest using finasteride and minoxidil instead, questioning the cost-benefit of ketoconazole.