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      community DHT blocking ingredients

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses DHT blocking treatments for hair loss, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, Finasteride, and organic flaxseed oil containing omega-3 fatty acids. It highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes the proven effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Hairloss is mentally exhausting

      in Chat  23 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 3 years ago
      People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

      community 8 months Oral min and Dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are used for hair loss with mixed results. Some users report new growth, while others suggest scalp inflammation may be an issue.

      community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 7 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 Nice product I discovered, thought I would share.

      in Treatment  456 upvotes 1 year ago
      A product that makes hair look thicker and healthier without promoting regrowth. Discussions include treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, red light therapy, and a serum with caffeine and peptides, with mixed effectiveness opinions.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community 6 months on fin (worse) still shedding

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting and stopping minoxidil and finasteride, leading to thin hair and personal distress. They are currently on oral finasteride without side effects and are advised to maintain consistent treatment and consider additional options like microneedling and oils.

      community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

      in Research/Science  98 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

      community Should i start meds or see another dermatologist?

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing unexpected hair thinning and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil after a dermatologist's brief assessment. They are hesitant and seeking opinions, with some users suggesting finasteride alone might be sufficient for mild hair loss.

      community Love me some Dutasteride. 40 years old. March to now

      in Progress Pictures  753 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, "mynameisbogus," has been using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massaging, and keto shampoo to treat their hair loss. They have not experienced any side effects and have seen positive results.

      community Telogen Effluvium lasting longer than two years??

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium or male pattern baldness, lasting over three years. Suggested treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling, with a recommendation to consult a dermatologist.

      community Six months on min/fin + supplement chews

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 49-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, and supplement chews for hair growth, experiencing thick growth except on the top, and seeking advice on improving density. Suggestions include continuing treatment, considering additional options like oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, and possibly a hair transplant, though cost is a concern.

      community Progress - Min, Fin, and Nizoral.

      in Progress Pictures  340 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress photos showing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Nizoral since mid-2023, and plans to replace derma rolling with Tretinoin. They discussed their routine, the initial shedding phase, and their experience with side effects, while others commented on the visible improvement.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.

      community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

      community Fermented Rice Water ..... ???

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 2 years ago
      User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hair loss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.