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      community 2 months on topical fin/min ...

      in Update  153 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a combination of 0.3% topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling once a week for two months with positive results and no side effects. They apply the treatment daily using a spray and have short hair, which makes application easier.

      community The best vehicle/carrier for RU58841

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the best vehicle for RU58841, comparing trichosol and Garnier/Vichy Stemoxydine, avoiding propylene glycol (PG) or ethanol due to previous scalp damage. The user is also seeking sources for these products in the EU.

      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 Just an encouraging post for atypical alopecia sufferers

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced eyebrow hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, a Capsaicin-based product, Latanoprost, Bimatoprost, Castor Oil, and Travoprost. Despite initial setbacks and a brutal shedding phase, they eventually saw positive results with Travoprost, encouraging others not to give up on treatments.

      community Can I mix minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid?

      in Minoxidil 1 year ago
      A user is considering mixing 5% topical minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid to enhance its effect, while also using oral finasteride. They seek feedback on potential efficacy loss and downsides of this mixture.

      community Hair Cafe vid: low dose dutasteride ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using 0.5 mg dutasteride once every 5 or 7 days due to side effects from finasteride and is also looking into topical liposomal dutasteride and pyrilutamide to stop hair loss. The goal is to stop hair loss, not regrow hair.

      community Pyrilutamide 0.5 or 0.025% topical fin for maintaining?

      in Basic Questions  91 upvotes 1 month ago
      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.

      community Reaching the End

      in Update  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.

      community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)

      in Update  552 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Almost 7 months of Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  349 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 7-month progress using a topical solution of finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, and hydrocortisone butyrate 0.08%, along with ketoconazole shampoo, to treat hair loss, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. They also take vitamin D and biotin supplements, use a dermastamp, and manage Hashimoto's without thyroid medication.

      community Mix topical finasteride with alfatradiol

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user wants to try using 0.025% topical finasteride every day by diluting their 0.1% topical finasteride with alfatradiol, and is asking if it's possible to mix them or if there are other options. They heard that alfatradiol might not be suitable for this purpose.

      community Question for RU users and regular usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding while using finasteride and RU58841, possibly due to changes in application methods. They are considering adding minoxidil and stemoxydine to their regimen to improve results and manage hair greasiness.

      community 4.5 months of Dut/5% topical min

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP saw significant hair growth after starting scalp exfoliation and using 5% topical minoxidil for 4.5 months, along with microneedling initially. Users discussed the benefits of exfoliation and inquired about experiences with finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

      community a new supplement just released

       11 upvotes 8 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.

      community Ruxolitinib - Start of a case study

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user trying a new hair loss treatment, Ruxolitinib, alongside their existing regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to apply Ruxolitinib to their temples daily for 1-2 months.

      community Actifolic RU58841 and others Scam?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Actifolic's RU58841 and Pyri products are perceived as ineffective, with users reporting no side effects or improvements, suggesting possible quality issues. Users recommend alternative sources and emphasize the importance of timing when using RU58841 with Minoxidil.

      community 3 months progress 2 GFC sessions & Topical Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed new hair growth after using topical minoxidil and undergoing 2 GFC sessions, along with using caffeine shampoo. They plan to start using topical finasteride and minoxidil and are inquiring if shampooing is necessary before application.

      community 148 Days Minoxidil+Finasteride Topical, Keto Shampo 2x Weekly

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treating hair loss with a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oral minoxidil for further gains.

      community Topical bicalutamide vs ru58841

      in Female  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on making a topical bicalutamide solution as an alternative to RU58841 for hair loss, while already using dutasteride and minoxidil. They are considering crushing bicalutamide pills and adding them to their minoxidil.

      community Switch from topical to oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral minoxidil, using oral minoxidil daily and topical minoxidil only on microneedling days. The user also mentions using finasteride and tretinoin but has not seen results after two months.

      community My DHT-blocking protocol, I'm exited!

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.

      community How important are Retinoic and Hydrocortisone in topical serum?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using a topical serum for hair loss with ingredients like finasteride and minoxidil, and the option to exclude retinoic acid and hydrocortisone due to concerns about long-term effects. One user prefers using only finasteride, avoiding minoxidil and retinoic acid, and plans to remove hydrocortisone in future orders.

      community Topical Dutasteride - Dosage / Frequency (Strut gel formulation)

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user ordered a topical dutasteride gel with tretinoin for hair loss after unsatisfactory results with minoxidil and finasteride. Another user shared their experience with the same product, noting its pleasant smell and feel but difficulty in application and uncertainty about its absorption and frequency of use.