The user is experiencing hair regrowth in small clusters using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, a red light cap, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. They are hopeful for continued improvement and thicker hair.
The conversation discusses using microneedling with growth factor serum, PRF injections, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical exosomes to treat hair loss, particularly on the crown. OP plans to microneedle twice a month and seeks feedback on Korean growth factor serums.
Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.
Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.
The user had a hair transplant and is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but seeks advice for treating the crown area. They are looking for additional recommendations for non-transplanted areas.
Transplanting mice skin to humans is not feasible due to immune rejection, but some suggest genetic modification or immune suppression could make it possible. Xenograft hair transplants are discouraged.
Iontophoresis and sonophoresis can enhance drug delivery into the scalp. Combining these methods may improve the effectiveness of topical treatments like dutasteride and certain peptides.
Clascoterone's full trial results are expected by mid-July 2026, but skepticism exists about timely release. Clascoterone is available at 5% from some telehealth companies.
Osteopontin, a protein involved in hair growth on moles, may help with hair loss. However, it is also linked to Alzheimer's, cancer, and bone development, so caution is advised.
Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.