The conversation discusses Kevin's accurate information on hair loss treatments and highlights Dr. Bloxham's ongoing work with Verteporfin on FUT scars, suggesting people follow Dr. Bloxham's YouTube for updates. It also thanks Haicafe and Melvin from the hair restoration network forum for their contributions.
A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 2.5mg Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil daily for over 8 months. They are concerned that daily nicotine from vaping might be counteracting the treatments.
The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.
User seeks natural hair products for hold/texture without harmful chemicals due to thinning hair. They consider Hades Matte Paste and Matte Lava Clay, asking if any ingredients could cause hair loss.
Chinese researchers have successfully created hair follicles in vitro, potentially offering unlimited hair for transplantation and a cure for hair loss. They plan to test these follicles in vivo on human scalps.
Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.
The conversation is about improving scalp appearance by regaining adipose tissue and making the skin look better using scalp massages and a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and urea. The user is not trying to regrow hair but wants to improve the scalp's thickness and appearance.
The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.
The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.
A user is considering using verteporfin with microneedling, oral/topical minoxidil, and RU58841 to treat hair loss. They seek advice on dosage and application methods.
Eucapil, containing fluridil, is used for hair loss but has impractical packaging. Some users find it effective for maintenance, while others suggest alternatives like anageninc with pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses the use of 12.5mg cyproterone every other day for hair loss. There's a concern about reducing testosterone potentially increasing DHT and negatively affecting hair.
The conversation discusses a topical hair loss treatment containing 0.1% dutasteride, 6% minoxidil, tretinoin, and ketoconazole. The user is asking for opinions on the effectiveness of this solution.
Dustaride doesn't require avoiding any vitamins, but checking vitamin D levels and supplementing if deficient is suggested. Hair vitamins are generally unnecessary unless there's a deficiency.
The conversation is about finding sea salt sprays, volumizing powders, and waxes for hair styling and thickness, specifically available in or shippable to New Zealand. The user seeks affordable options for these hair products.
Anagenica.com has poor customer service but delivers quality hair loss products like liposomal dutasteride. OP recommends ordering directly from Farmacia Tristiana for better service.
Tretinoin can make minoxidil more effective for hair loss treatment, but some users did not see improved hair density with this combination and had better results with dutasteride.
Emerging hair loss treatments like PP405, a topical MPC inhibitor, show promise in activating stem cells for hair growth. The conversation seeks information on the development stages and accessibility of these treatments.
Creatine may affect hair loss by reducing PGE2 levels, which could influence hair growth. The discussion highlights the need for more research on this potential mechanism.
A 24-year-old woman with thinning hair is using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, biotin, rosemary oil, and ketoconazole. She seeks advice on whether to try finasteride or dutasteride, the effects of Minoxidil shedding, and the significance of her hair follicle condition.
Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
The conversation is about a page stealing personal photos from a subreddit and selling a questionable oil as a hair loss treatment. Users are frustrated and discussing the theft of their images and ineffective moderation.
The user is seeking advice for frizzy hair, having tried coconut oil without success and considering Olaplex products. They are looking for effective product recommendations.
The user is considering adding castor, rosemary, and pumpkin oils to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure about the effectiveness of these oils.
Mixing 1ml of topical Minoxidil and Pyrilutamide (2ml total) together in a container and applying immediately is being discussed. The concern is whether this method degrades or compromises the efficacy of either compound.
PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.
A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.
Clascoterone is seen as a promising topical treatment for hair loss, similar to finasteride but without side effects, though concerns exist about its long-term effectiveness. Other treatments discussed include topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and oral options like dutasteride and minoxidil.