A year-long journey of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, ketogenic diet, and microneedling, featuring before-and-after progress pictures.
The user reports slow and steady hair regrowth using Finasteride (1.25mg) and topical Minoxidil (Rogaine, 2x/day), along with occasional use of Nizoral. They have stopped dermarolling.
Monthly microneedling combined with low-dose topical dutasteride shows promising results for hair density and thickness with minimal side effects, especially in the frontal area. Despite its effectiveness, it is not widely discussed or used due to availability and cost concerns.
The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and risks of using topical finasteride for hair loss, with considerations about using DMSO as a vehicle for application. Concerns are raised about DMSO's safety, absorption issues, and the systemic effects of topical finasteride.
Specialist_Soup_2289 is experiencing severe hair shedding despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. They hope for regrowth but are currently shedding a lot of hair.
The conversation discusses updates on hair loss treatments, specifically GT20029, PP405, and a rumored injectable peptide from UT. GT20029 is seen as a promising treatment expected within 5-7 years.
A natural sugar called 2dDR may stimulate hair growth and is comparable to minoxidil, but it's not widely available for purchase. Concerns about minoxidil's safety for pets were discussed, with some users seeking alternatives.
OP is unsure if their hair is improving or worsening despite using Topical Fin, Pyri, Keto Shampoo, TGel, Microneedling, and Tretinoin. A user suggests switching to oral Fin and Minoxidil.
The study on creatine monohydrate's effect on hair loss was withdrawn due to lack of support. Users discussed concerns about creatine potentially accelerating hair loss, especially for those using finasteride.
The conversation discusses disappointment with the hair loss treatment KX-826 but notes that the company Kintor is still focused on developing and commercializing it, as stated in their 2023 annual report. The user questions the effectiveness of KX-826 in comparison to minoxidil's role in improving hair thickness and appearance.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, folic acid, zinc, micro-needling, niacin, and cipaxil, with the user preparing for a hair transplant. The user experiences side effects with topical finasteride and is hesitant to try oral dutasteride.
Some people have low sulfotransferase enzyme levels, affecting their response to minoxidil. Lifestyle factors, genetics, and diet, like MSM intake, might influence these enzyme levels.
A 7-month progress report of using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as keto dieting and derma stamping; the discussion also touched on RU58841 and its potential side effects.
The conversation discusses the safety and trustworthiness of ordering RU58841 from Lyphar Biotech in China, with a focus on pricing and reliability. The user is seeking advice on whether to proceed with the purchase or consider alternative sources.
Microneedling promotes hair growth by increasing circulation and collagen production, with gains potentially lasting longer than those from minoxidil. Some users report sustained results after stopping microneedling, unlike with minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation discusses hair cloning progress and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users also talk about hair transplants and their effectiveness.
A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.
Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.
Hair regrowth progress after two months using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins. Significant improvement with new hair growth and reduced shedding.
Hair loss treatments still rely heavily on minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with little innovation. Future treatments like stem cell therapy and RNA technology show promise but are not yet available.
A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
The conversation is about the potential of the RCH-01/Replicel hair loss treatment and its lack of updates since 2013, with the user expressing hope for its success and considering using Minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling in the meantime. Other treatments mentioned as promising are Breezula and Tsuji.
Kintor announced Phase 3 results for pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment, in China. The conversation is focused on this announcement and its implications for hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusses using ketoconazole, an anti-androgen, for hair loss and whether mesotherapy with dermarolling could enhance its absorption into the scalp. The user questions if the typical 2% ketoconazole shampoo dose would be effective when used after dermarolling to target androgen receptors in the scalp.
The post and conversation discuss KX-826 (pyrilutamide) for hair loss treatment, with positive remarks about its advertising and authenticity in China. The user changed their perspective after further research and seeing genuine advertising.
User "mynameisbogus" shares 2-month progress using Dut, Min, Oral Min, Keto, Dermarolling, and Retinol for hair loss at age 40. Others discuss impressive results and potential for full hair regrowth.
The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.
The conversation is about a user who started using finasteride to address crown balding, noticing reduced hair shedding and halted progression of male pattern baldness. The user also used a dermal stamp and expressed optimism about potential regrowth, despite a slight decrease in libido.