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      community Topical is superior to oral in terms of results (my theory)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  61 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users combining them with oral treatments. Users share their experiences and opinions on effectiveness, cost, and convenience, with mixed views on whether topical or oral applications are superior.

      community Which serum is good for new hair growth?

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair growth treatments, with the original poster avoiding minoxidil due to health concerns and considering serums with positive reviews. Alternatives like topical caffeine and redensyl are mentioned as options.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.

      community Seen Alfatradiol mentioned on here a few times recently and found this study - in case anybody is interested. Translated from German.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Alfatradiol (0.025%) is an effective and safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, increasing anagen hair rates with minimal side effects. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness and ease of use compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841, with some combining it with stemoxydine and Minoxidil.

      community Has anyone heard of “Hair bloom” hair filler?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses "Hair bloom" hair filler, which contains biotin, collagen, and various peptides, as a potential alternative to PRP or mesotherapy for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some suggesting it may be a cash grab or ineffective, while others believe it could complement topical minoxidil for early hair loss.

      community how to compound topical cyclosporine

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about compounding topical cyclosporine for hair loss, suggesting it needs an oil base like castor oil. The user seeks tips or tricks for the process.

      community 3 month of profess with fin and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a user's three-month progress using topical finasteride once a day, 6% minoxidil at night, and weekly dermastamping at 1.25mm for hair loss. Commenters note the impressive results and discuss application methods and safety precautions for family members.

      community 4 months on 1.5mg fin and one month min+ derma roller, is it working with me?

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 1.5mg finasteride daily for four months and added minoxidil with a dermaroller for one month but stopped due to eye floaters. There is some improvement in hair regrowth, and suggestions include continuing treatment, using ketoconazole shampoo, and considering other supplements like vitamin D, saw palmetto, and biotin.

      community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

      community Five months progress on fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their five-month progress using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and dermarolling for hair regrowth, noting improvements despite some areas remaining thin. Other users suggested switching from dermarolling to dermastamping for safety and effectiveness.

      community RU58841 and Min - topical 50 mg each day

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person's hair improvement after 14.5 months using RU58841 and Minoxidil topically at 50 mg each day, with noticeable hairline improvement but incomplete crown area recovery. The person struggles to take good pictures of their crown area.

      community A positive thought rolling into Christmas

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is optimistic about future hair loss treatments, highlighting Veradermics, Breezula, and PP405 as promising options expected by 2027-2028. The user expresses hope that these developments will prevent future generations from experiencing the same struggles with hair loss.

      community Before and after pics 3.5 months apart

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Do I enjoy microneedling too much?

      in Satire  26 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the use of microneedling, specifically with a derma stamp, for hair regrowth. Users discuss their experiences, pain levels, and the satisfaction of taking control over hair loss, with some mentioning the use of Minoxidil to enhance results.

      community SCUBE3 Biannual Injections and Microneedling

      in Technology  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses biannual SCUBE3 injections and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community crown worsening after 6 months 🥀

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and is advised to add minoxidil to their treatment. Concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of combining finasteride and minoxidil are discussed.

      community Is there an improvement? Zinc, biotin, and D3

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth improvement due to zinc, biotin, and D3 supplements, highlighting that hair loss can result from deficiencies, not just androgenetic alopecia. The user emphasizes that treatments like finasteride are not the only solutions.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.