Counterfeit minoxidil is a concern, with users suggesting buying from reputable sources like Costco to ensure authenticity. A bleach test can help verify genuine minoxidil.
A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.
A British man's death at a Turkish hair transplant clinic raised safety concerns about such clinics. Users discussed risks of cheaper clinics and suggested alternatives like Thailand, Korea, and Colombia.
The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.
South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hairloss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hairloss to improve mental health.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for hairloss but is not seeing much regrowth. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil with dutasteride, and some users believe the hair looks better in recent pictures.
A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hairloss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.
28-year-old struggles with aggressive hairloss since 18, used minoxidil with limited success. Tried hair systems but found them expensive, shaved head for job interviews but plans to return to hair systems.
A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hairloss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.
RootBioTec, a basil hairy root extract, claims to reduce hairloss by 31% in two months by inhibiting 5α reductase II and stimulating hair follicles. There is limited independent information available about its effectiveness.
The conversation discusses microneedling for hairloss, with one user trying 0.3mm daily without feeling pain and questioning its effectiveness. Another user suggests that 0.3mm is too shallow and recommends 0.5mm twice a week or 0.75mm once a week for hair growth.
The user is treating hairloss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.
A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hairloss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hairloss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.
A user's experience with treating hairloss using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as advice from other users that they should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using estradiol and its derivatives for hairloss without causing feminization. Users mention alternatives like alfatradiol, topical 17b-Estradiol, and DIM (Diindolylmethane).
Using oral finasteride in combination with topical minoxidil and dermarolling for hairloss. Some users have reported significant regrowth when adding finasteride to their minoxidil routine, suggesting that reducing DHT levels may be a key factor in hair regrowth.
A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hairloss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.
Ketoconazole is somewhat effective for male pattern baldness (MPB), but the manufacturer promotes it for dandruff instead, possibly because the dandruff market is larger and to avoid confusion among dandruff sufferers without hairloss.
The user got blood work to check hormone levels before starting Finasteride for hairloss and is seeking advice on interpreting the results. They are considering hormone levels in relation to potential side effects of Finasteride.
The user shared a 6-month update on using microneedling and a homemade shampoo made of aloe vera and rosemary water for hairloss. They posted progress pictures showing their results.
Efforts to find a Canadian dermatologist in the US to prescribe H&W's topical finasteride for hairloss. The user is willing to fund a crowd-share effort to identify prospects.
The user started using trenbolone and minoxidil simultaneously and experienced increased hair shedding, unsure which is causing it. Replies suggest both drugs could cause hairloss, with one advising to stop trenbolone to protect hair and another indicating minoxidil is unlikely the cause due to the timing.
The post discusses allergens in everyday shampoos and skincare products, listing yearly allergens from 2000 to 2023. It suggests that these chemicals might contribute to acne and hairloss.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hairloss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
Finasteride increased the user's estrogen levels by 51%, causing concerns about gynecomastia and sleep issues. Despite potential side effects, the user prefers continuing finasteride to prevent hairloss, considering it essential for self-esteem.
The user "Turbulent_Mix_318" shared their progress pictures after 7 months of using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hairloss. They did not experience any adverse effects except for increased hair growth in other areas.