The user shared progress on hair regrowth using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and verteporfin procedures. They reported some regrowth after 6-9 months of treatment.
The conversation is about the FDA approval of WINLEVI for acne treatment and the anticipation of Breezula, a hair loss treatment using the same active ingredient, which may indicate a positive future for Breezula's release. There is disappointment that Breezula's results are not optimal, but it is seen as progress in hair loss treatment.
Finasteride and Ashwagandha are discussed as potential treatments for hair loss, with mixed opinions on Ashwagandha's effectiveness and safety. Some users report no benefits from Ashwagandha, while others caution against its use due to potential liver issues.
The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.
A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy versus oral finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about side effects. Other users share experiences with both treatments, suggesting oral finasteride as more effective and cost-efficient, while also discussing the use of minoxidil, alfatradiol, and potential side effects like gynecomastia.
The user started using topical and oral minoxidil in December 2024, added keto shampoo in February 2025, and began using a topical mix of dutasteride and minoxidil. The keto shampoo helped with scalp itchiness, but the hairline looks the same, and existing hairs appear frail and thin.
The conversation discusses the safety of taking multivitamins and zinc tablets while using finasteride. Users share experiences with additional supplements like vitamin D3, K2, biotin, and oral minoxidil.
Clascoterone 5% solution shows strong potential for hair growth, offering a new treatment for alopecia with minimal side effects. It blocks androgen receptors locally and may be available by late 2026 or early 2027.
Users discussed using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and exosomes for hair loss. They reported thicker hair and reduced shedding, with some experiencing minor side effects.
The user stopped oral treatments due to side effects and switched to a regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, azelaic acid, and dermaneedling, with recent addition of topical finasteride. They are questioning the long-term effectiveness of non-hormonal methods and considering hair transplantation.
Choosing between two hair loss treatments, with a preference for a higher concentration of RU58841 and 5% minoxidil, avoiding oils like castor and argan that may hinder absorption.
A user with frizzy transplanted hair is considering a keratin treatment after 10 months and is concerned about its safety and potential to accelerate hair loss or cause telogen effluvium. They are seeking advice on whether it is safe to proceed with the treatment.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil, 2% keto shampoo, oral finasteride, and recently switched to daily dutasteride. They reported positive results without significant side effects and are hopeful for further improvement.
The user is using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride solution, tazarotene, calcipotriol, and a peptide serum for hair loss but is concerned about continued hair shedding. They are advised to stop smoking as it may worsen hair loss and to give the treatments more time to work.
A 57-year-old man with male pattern hair loss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hair loss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.
Baby hairs can mature with long-term DHT reduction, and Minoxidil can aid this process. Dutasteride mesotherapy is effective and preferable to oral pills, as it directly targets tissues.
A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.
The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.
The user is concerned about the interaction between dutasteride and ketoconazole, leading them to stop using ketoconazole shampoo, which has resulted in an oily and painful scalp. They are unsure whether ketoconazole increases or decreases the potency of dutasteride.
Kintor edited their Amazon page, removing claims that KX-826 provides "real" visible results from clinical experiments. The discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.
The conversation is about when GT20029, a hair loss treatment, might be available on the grey market, with users discussing the challenges of compounding it and speculating it might be available after phase 2 results, similar to pyri. Specific treatments mentioned are pyri, RU58841, and GT20029.
RU58841 is being mixed with Minoxidil solution, but concerns arise about water causing instability. Mixing with water may lead to hydrolysis, potentially reducing effectiveness.
GT20029 shows promising results for hair loss treatment, with potential approval in China by 2026 or 2027, but U.S. approval may take longer. It could serve as an alternative to finasteride, with a potentially better side effect profile.
Taking creatine does not affect the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss. Users generally agree that creatine is safe to use alongside finasteride and minoxidil.
KX-826 initially improves hair growth but declines after 24 weeks, with mild itching as a side effect. Combining it with minoxidil and finasteride may improve results, but long-term effectiveness is uncertain.
The conversation is about finding a high-quality copper peptide powder for long-term hair growth, to be mixed with rosemary oil. It also suggests using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.
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.