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      community Sandalore (Givaudan) concentration application

       10 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Sandalore for hair loss treatment, with a focus on finding the correct concentration for a topical lotion. The consensus is to start with a 0.1% concentration due to potential scalp irritation at higher levels.

      community A small tip for diffuse thinners

      in Product  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with diffuse thinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter and coconut oil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.

      community DIY do it yourself prp, meso and other crazy procedures.

      in Technology  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses DIY cosmetic procedures like PRP, mesotherapy, and micro-needling, with some users experimenting with Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss. It highlights a community of mostly older women performing these treatments themselves.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.

      community Does anyone homebrew their own minox/ru58841

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A bodybuilder discusses homebrewing Minoxidil and RU58841 using propylene glycol or MCT. They inquire about the feasibility and potential risks of these methods.

      community ZINC Causing excessive hair shedding!

      in Product  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.

      community microneedling and sun exposure

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      Avoid sun exposure for 7-14 days after microneedling the scalp, using a hat for protection. Sunscreen on the scalp can be messy and irritating.

      community Riken develops new method for culturing hair follicles

       41 upvotes 8 years ago
      A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Best thing you can do for your hair, MCT Oil

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      MCT oil helps reduce dandruff, flaking, and itching, and may slow hair loss progression. Eliminating sugar and dairy also stabilizes hair loss, while zinc, sugar, and dairy can worsen scalp conditions.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.

      community Does Scalp tension = rise of DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.

      community My current regimen for MPB

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.

      community Kowalski, analysis (Fin + Min, no dermarolling)

      in Progress Pictures  161 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 29-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride and 50mg/g topical minoxidil daily for hair loss, with plans to reduce minoxidil use due to greasiness and considering a hair transplant for receding temples. No side effects from finasteride were reported, and many users suggest a transplant may not be necessary due to good hair density.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

      community What's your opinion on topical caffeine serum?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of adding topical caffeine serum to a hair loss treatment routine that includes minoxidil and finasteride. Users suggest alternatives like stemoxidine, alphatradiol, and pyrilutamide, noting that evidence for caffeine's effectiveness is weak.

      community Head itch even though I use keto shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences scalp itchiness despite using ketoconazole shampoo and is also taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. Suggestions include trying different shampoos like Head & Shoulders, using salicylic acid products, considering allergies, and consulting a dermatologist for alternatives like Ciclopirox.

      community People who used cyproterone for hair loss

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of 12.5mg cyproterone every other day for hair loss. There's a concern about reducing testosterone potentially increasing DHT and negatively affecting hair.

      community Mix topical finasteride with alfatradiol

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user wants to try using 0.025% topical finasteride every day by diluting their 0.1% topical finasteride with alfatradiol, and is asking if it's possible to mix them or if there are other options. They heard that alfatradiol might not be suitable for this purpose.

      community Hair Lotion Suggestion Needed!

      in Product  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is seeking suggestions for a custom hair lotion mix containing minoxidil, finasteride, caffeine, niacinamide, and biotin. Another user suggests adding tretinoin, topical valproate, and bimatoprost.

      community Using topical vitamin D, does it make sense?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.