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      community What's up with everyone microneedling 1.5 mm per week?

      in Microneedling  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about microneedling for hair loss. The conclusion is that there are differing opinions on the depth and frequency of microneedling, with some studies suggesting positive results with 1.5mm depth once a week, while others prefer lower depths and less frequent sessions.

      community Possible solution: 2.5mg DUT for everyone

      in Chat  14 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.

      community Pelage Announces Positive Results of Phase 2a Trials for PP405

      in Update  299 upvotes 10 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in treating severe hair loss, with 31% of users experiencing over 20% hair density increase in four weeks, faster than minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the results' significance and long-term efficacy.

      community Fin only (5 months on .25g and 7 months .5g) 32yo

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old user shared progress pictures after using finasteride for 12 months, starting with 0.25g for 5 months and then 0.5g for 7 months. They have not yet added minoxidil or dermarolling and will update at the one-year mark.

      community Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.

      community Success without fin/dut??? Anyone? Please help :(

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, including topical treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, and dutasteride. Users also mention other options like alfatradiol, topical caffeine, and mesotherapy, while expressing concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Carnitine Tartrate + Potassium chloride + Niacin

       8 upvotes 11 years ago
      The post discusses using Carnitine Tartrate, Potassium Chloride, and Niacin to reduce hair shedding, with the user experiencing significant improvement. The user also suggests considering a ketogenic/paleo diet for those with insulin resistance-related hair loss.

      community On Fin 1 mg for past 4 months, plus micro needling weekly

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 49-year-old man has been using 1 mg of finasteride daily and microneedling weekly for four months to address hair loss, with no side effects and noticeable progress. He shares his experience and encourages others to consider treatment options without fear.
      Trying to identify area of treatment with topical fin

      community Trying to identify area of treatment with topical fin

      in General  136 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering using topical finasteride for thinning hair around the middle part, vertex, and crown, and is unsure if the whole scalp is thinning. Another user suggests oral finasteride is more effective than topical, and recommends consulting a dermatologist for proper treatment.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  327 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.

      community 1 year of .5mg oral dut, .3% topical fin and 6% topical min everyday

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  88 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using 0.5mg oral dutasteride, 0.3% topical finasteride, and 6% topical minoxidil daily for a year. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage and exploring other treatments like microneedling and KX 826, while seeking further medical opinions on their condition.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community Do it yourself topical Fin and Min solution works

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 7 months ago
      A homemade topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil effectively stopped hair shedding and promoted regrowth without side effects. Users shared experiences and discussed different concentrations and application methods.

      community 9 Months Progress on Fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  285 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth and density improvement over nine months using 1 mg finasteride daily, initially 5% topical minoxidil, then transitioning to 2.5 mg and later 5 mg oral minoxidil, along with weekly microneedling. Noticeable changes were observed after three months, with the most significant progress by month nine.

      community 1 year progress on fin/min with photos

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil since early 2023, seeing progress in hair growth and density without side effects, but still struggles with thinning at the crown. They are considering adding topical treatments, natural oils, microneedling, or a hair transplant to address this issue.