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      community L'Oréal Serioxyl Vs Garnier fructus stemoxydine

      in Product  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      L'Oreal Serioxyl and Garnier Fructus Stemoxydine are compared for effectiveness in hair loss treatment. The user considers switching from Serioxyl to the cheaper Garnier Fructus but is unsure about its effectiveness and stemoxydine percentage.

      community Fagron TrichoTest says Finasteride won't help

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Pyrludimide (KX-826) or Breezula (clascoterone)

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Pyrludimide (KX-826) and Breezula (clascoterone), with the user unable to tolerate finasteride and dutasteride. The user plans to use these treatments alongside minoxidil, considering the efficacy and availability of each option.

      community Hydrocortisone cream

       7 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Spironolactone and pregnancy planning

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to side effects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  133 upvotes 2 years ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community Gland treatment and Crude Oil Massage

      in Treatment 7 years ago
      Hair loss treatment involves gland treatment with iodine, liver extract, wild American ginseng, and black cohosh, along with crude oil scalp massage. The approach aims to stimulate hormones and improve blood circulation to promote hair growth.

      community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.

      community What do you think about this galenic lotion by my trichologist?

      in Hair Systems  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss over two years. They are curious about the compatibility of finasteride with the lotion's components and note that their trichologist has successfully used minoxidil and finasteride in similar treatments for others.

      community Topical Spironolactone Mixing Guide

       6 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user shared a guide for mixing a topical spironolactone solution for hair loss, using ingredients like spironolactone tablets, ethyl alcohol, and propylene glycol. They compared it to the S5 cream, finding their homemade solution more practical and cost-effective.

      community FOL005 claims it's better than Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      in Technology  184 upvotes 1 year ago
      FOL-005 claims to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride but lacks anti-DHT properties, leading to potential reduced efficacy over time. Concerns are raised about misleading marketing and the safety of alternative treatments like Pyrilutamide and Clascoterone.

      community Questions about alfatradiol logistics

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.

      community Mixing Finasteride with Ordinary Retinol

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Mixing finasteride with retinol for a topical solution to avoid irritation from minoxidil. Finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo help with itchiness.

      community Shoutout to Zinc pyrithione and Piroctone olamine

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Zinc pyrithione and piroctone olamine are effective for reducing hair shedding, possibly more so than ketoconazole. There is a concern about zinc pyrithione shampoo interfering with minoxidil, but it's unclear if this is proven.

      community Tretinoin for increased minoxidil conversion

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using Tretinoin with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, discussing the effectiveness and personal experiences with different concentrations. The image linked in the post received negative reactions for being unpleasant.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)

      in Update  97 upvotes 8 months ago
      Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.

      community Creatine effects on DHT Experiment

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might increase hair loss due to increased DHT sensitivity, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. The user is using oral minoxidil for hair loss and is cautious about starting creatine.

      community Crazy idea: creatine + topical finasteride

      in Chat  22 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.