The conversation discusses using green tea, saw palmetto, horsetail, and zinc supplements for hair regrowth. One user criticizes the avoidance of finasteride.
The conversation is about using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with consideration of adding topical GHK-Cu for skin and hair benefits. The user seeks opinions on this combination.
The conversation discusses the high prices of hair loss treatments, specifically cb-03-01 and KY19382. It also mentions the use of Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.
OP asks if face copper peptides from Sephora can be used on the scalp for hair benefits. User233 suggests AHK-CU is mainly for hair, but GHK-CU can also be used.
Chris's hair transplant looks better, but the hairline is criticized for being too straight and unnatural. Some recommend using finasteride and minoxidil for maintenance.
PP405 might take 3-4 years to be available, but some claim Everychem offers a similar product, though its effectiveness is debated. Users discuss the risks of using untested grey market products and the potential for adverse effects.
PP405 is a safer alternative to JXL069 for hair loss treatment because it penetrates the skin effectively and degrades in the blood, avoiding systemic toxicity. JXL069, when forced into the body, can cause dangerous side effects like lactic acidosis due to its inability to degrade safely.
Celery juice is discussed as a potential treatment for crown balding, with skepticism from users. The conversation highlights differences between alopecia areata and male pattern baldness.
A new treatment, clascoterone 5% solution, shows significant improvement in male hair loss but is considered expensive and only slightly effective by some. It has no side effects and may influence market competition.
Breezula (clascoterone) Phase 3 hair loss trial results are delayed, with no official updates yet. The acne version is approved, but hair loss results are still pending.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
Kintor apologized for using misleading images in their advertisements and promised stricter review processes. They are also considering developing a topical dutasteride formulation.
The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.
The user experiences an itchy scalp and finds relief using shampoo and Zyrtec, which helps with inflammation. They are unsure if the issue is related to histamines or seborrheic dermatitis.
Copper peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, are discussed as a potential addition to hair loss treatments, possibly working synergistically with Minoxidil to convert vellus hair into terminal hair. The effectiveness and credibility of copper peptides are questioned due to the lack of widespread discussion and potential conflict of interest from the product's creator.
The conversation discusses the high cost of CB-03-01, a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, which is considered safe and remains localized upon application. It questions whether the expense is justified compared to the lower risks it poses relative to finasteride.
TWIST-1 gene's role in hair loss and potential as a treatment target. Inhibiting TWIST-1 may prolong hair growth and reduce hair follicle sensitivity to DHT.
The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hair loss and suggests it may also benefit androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.
The user experienced hair thinning after using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin chewables for three months and considered switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. The texture change in chewables was noted, but the thinning might be due to other factors like switching to dutasteride or effects from hormone replacement therapy.
Clascoterone (CB) shows an excellent safety profile with no serious side effects, but its effectiveness may decline after six months, making it more suitable as an adjunct treatment with finasteride and minoxidil rather than a standalone solution. Some argue it could be better than finasteride due to its protection against testosterone, but its long-term efficacy remains debated.
Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.
Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hair follicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.
User asks about CB-03-01 for hair loss treatment and mentions using topical Dutasteride, TRT, and considering mixing CB-03-01 with Fluridil. CB-03-01 is sold at a high price, and user considers trying a lower concentration.
User found Annurmets, an Italian supplement with apple extract for hair loss treatment. Many reported incredible results using Procyanidin B2 from apple extract.
CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.
Winlevi (clascoterone), a DHT blocker, is being considered for hair loss treatment, though it's primarily an acne medication. Users discuss its potential effectiveness and note it may only work for a short time.
Reducing sugar intake may lessen scalp itchiness associated with hair loss, even when using treatments like finasteride. Some users also report similar symptoms while on dutasteride.
The conversation humorously discusses a person with an unusually thick head of hair, with some users joking about using treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many express envy or disbelief, while others suggest a haircut or comment on facial features.
Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.