Topical melatonin may improve hair density and thickness, and reduce hair loss and seborrhea with no significant side effects. The user made their own melatonin solution for hair treatment.
The user recently started topical dutasteride and microneedling, and has been using RU58841 and Minoxidil for 16 months. They are curious if small black dots at their hairline indicate hair regrowth.
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers and coconut oil without success and are seeking advice.
The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.
The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.
Topical minoxidil can cause increased body hair due to systemic absorption, varying by individual skin sensitivity. The user seeks experiences and solutions to prevent this side effect.
User tries dermapen for hair loss and plans to use non-mainstream topicals like c60, ghk-cu, and ptd-dbm with valproic acid. They also use a head massager and modified LLLT belt for additional treatment.
A 43-year-old from Thailand shares progress after 1 month using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin cream, and weekly microneedling for diffused thinning. Users compliment his appearance and suggest he doesn't need treatment.
User made progress with topical Finasteride/Minoxidil and topical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
The conversation is about creating homemade topical melatonin for hair loss, with one person suggesting adding melatonin to stemoxydine as a potential treatment.
A user reported using a 1mm derma stamp, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil for 2 months and noticed baby hair growth where there was none before. They are questioning if this is real growth or just miniaturized hair.
The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hair growth as they let their hair grow out.
A user humorously discusses their 10-month-old's hair loss, suggesting treatments like microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Replies include various satirical and exaggerated suggestions, emphasizing the post's satirical nature.
A user is considering switching from oral to topical finasteride to reduce systemic DHT impact and is exploring ethossomal finasteride for better skin penetration and potential hair regrowth. They found ethossomal finasteride in Brazil and are seeking opinions on its effectiveness compared to other topical delivery methods.
A 15-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering treatment options. They are aware they cannot use DHT blockers like finasteride due to their age and are exploring other causes like Telogen Effluvium.
8 months post hair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.
A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.
A new hair loss treatment involving Keratin Microsphere Gel is discussed, with skepticism and jokes about its effectiveness and comparisons to other treatments. Users are doubtful and make light of the situation, referencing past disappointments and the study's focus on mice.
The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite undergoing monthly injectable finasteride, clay masks, laser therapy, and microneedling. They are concerned about severe shedding in areas not typically affected by male pattern baldness and are considering seeking a second opinion.
The user is considering microneedling versus a hair transplant (HT) for crown hair loss while currently using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They are hesitant about microneedling due to potential scarring but are open to trying it before deciding on a hair transplant.
The user's progress in treating their hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, and microneedling, with one person suggesting to wait six more months before considering a hair transplant. The other person agreed that a hair transplant would be nice.
The user noticed tiny black hairs after using 5% topical minoxidil for 1.5 months and is unsure if it's due to the treatment. Another user suggests continuing minoxidil for at least 6 months and mentions that combining it with tretinoin and finasteride may improve results.
Finasteride, Minoxidil, Bioneer CosmeRNA, Technoderma, Kintor, Hope, Breezula, and Follicum treatments showed increases in hair count, with Technoderma showing the highest increase at 24.3 hairs/cm². Amplifica has not yet published results.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
The conversation is about finding a source for sterile dutasteride for mesotherapy to avoid side effects from oral 5AR blockers. The user is currently using microneedling and 0.01% topical dutasteride and plans to use transplants.
The user is experiencing a strange hair loss pattern despite using dutasteride for 3 years and minoxidil with tretinoin for 1.5 years. They recently added microneedling and are considering a scalp biopsy to understand the cause.
A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.
The conversation discusses using homemade topical finasteride for hair loss, showing an increase in DHT levels despite treatment. The user applies 0.125mg daily, resulting in 113.4% of previous DHT levels.