Hairloss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hairloss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.
Minoxidil helped with hairline regrowth, but stopping it led to hairloss, suggesting circulation issues. Dermarolling, collagen peptides, and oils like castor and rosemary are recommended for improving hair health.
The user is considering switching from liquid to foam minoxidil for hairloss at the crown, while already using finasteride pills. They are also contemplating a hair transplant due to ongoing hair thinning.
The conversation discusses the potential of a new hairloss drug, CB-03-01, with users sharing their experiences and seeking advice on dosages and application methods. One user mentions using topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a clean diet for hair maintenance but is interested in CB-03-01 due to side effects from finasteride.
A 26-year-old is experiencing hairloss despite using minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include shaving his head, trying oral minoxidil, or considering a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses the role of NADPH in hairloss and the potential impact of creatine and B complex vitamins on hair shedding. The user theorizes that increasing NAD levels with B complex vitamins may reduce hair shedding, despite using finasteride and minoxidil for 9 months.
The user has been experiencing hairloss for years, tried ketoconazole shampoo without success, and has been on finasteride for 3 months but is unsure if it's working. A reply suggests waiting 6-12 months to properly assess finasteride's effectiveness.
The user "Bishiop" shared a progress update on their hair density and strength after adding Minoxidil to their routine. They are also using Finasteride and microneedling. They hope to fill in their hairline by the end of the summer.
Hairloss is likely due to male pattern baldness, not vitamin D deficiency. Taking 60k vitamin D tablets weekly is not recommended; 2k per day is sufficient.
The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hairloss, with some users reporting no effect and others experiencing increased hair shedding. The original poster is using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma pen, and has started taking creatine to observe any changes in hairloss.
A 20-year-old male with diffuse androgenetic alopecia tried homeopathy for hair regrowth but saw limited results due to inconsistency and is considering switching to minoxidil and finasteride. Despite some baby hair growth, hair fall hasn't stopped, and he believes more time and consistency might be needed.
A user shared their positive experience with a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical serum for hairloss, noting improvements in hair density and new growth within 2.5 months. They also mentioned using red light therapy, vitamin D+K2 supplements, and an all-natural shampoo.
A user tried a Korean hairloss shampoo and treatment set, noting it improved scalp and hair quality but lacked ingredient details. Other users expressed skepticism about its effectiveness, suggesting it might not significantly impact hairloss.
Melatonin, gingko biloba, and biotin are effective for treating hairloss with good tolerability. Alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and other peptides are also discussed.
The user is addressing hairloss with scalp botox, scalp massage, nizoral shampoo, various vitamins and supplements, and natural nitric oxide boosters like citrulline malate and beetroot powder. They are also considering a mouthpiece to reduce snoring and improve sleep.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, focusing on the use of Minoxidil, finasteride, and triamcinolone. Concerns are raised about high concentrations of Minoxidil and the long-term use of corticosteroids.
Creatine may cause hair shedding in some individuals, particularly those with genetic sensitivity to hairloss, but this is not universally experienced. Finasteride users report mixed results, with some experiencing resumed shedding when taking creatine.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss, with some regrowth at the temples but continued hairline thinning. The dermatologist suggested possible telogen effluvium due to stress and deficiencies, prescribed oral minoxidil, and may consider dutasteride if the condition doesn't improve by January 2026.
A user noticed worsening hair thinning and started using rosemary oil, jojoba oil, a 1.5mm dermastamp, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, scalp massages, and vitamin D tablets. They may switch to Minoxidil and Finasteride if needed.
Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hairloss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.
A 25-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, and is considering adding topical minoxidil. They also have seborrheic dermatitis and are advised to try ketoconazole shampoo or cream and possibly CBD with MCT oil.
A user likes a natural hair styling product that makes their hair look thicker and is seeking opinions on whether it could harm hair follicles. They also question if cold water is sufficient to wash the product out and mention they are experiencing hair thinning.
A user shared their experience with Minoxidil 5%, reporting hair regrowth during use but significant hairloss after stopping. They resumed treatment and regained hair, noting that discontinuation leads to rapid hairloss and that scalp dryness was managed with oil.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering Clascoterone and Minoxidil as treatments, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about fertility and hormones. A suggestion was made to use Clascoterone for local DHT targeting and combine it with Minoxidil for maintenance and regrowth while avoiding systemic side effects.
Amplifica's new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia shows a 15% increase in hair thickness and coarseness in 60 days. The treatment is in early human trials and offers a promising alternative to hormone-related hairloss treatments.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss and has been using 5% minoxidil for 11 months, finasteride for nearly 6 months, and gel tretinoin for 4 months, with inconsistent use of ketoconazole shampoo. Despite these treatments, they are losing 200-250 hairs daily and are concerned about the lack of stabilization and potential continuous hairloss.
A 26-year-old male experiencing hairloss since 2020 is using topical 5% Minoxidil and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for four months, still experiencing significant shedding. He is considering cutting his hair short and has not yet started DHT blockers like Finasteride or Dutasteride.