Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos and its potential impact on thinning hair. The user follows a regimen of shampoo, keto shampoo, and conditioner, seeking suggestions for better products.
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user showed hair regrowth after two years using finasteride, minoxidil, micro needling, and ketoconazole shampoo, noticing significant improvement around 8-10 months without experiencing shedding. They achieved thicker hair and improved temples, allowing them to style their hair without wearing hats.
A user's 2.5 months of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dermarolling treatments for hair loss, with various users giving their opinion on the progress made.
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. A study to explore this was withdrawn due to funding issues.
A 39 year old female who has been taking finasteride for 1.5 months and is experiencing side effects such as muscle and butt shrinkage, and weight loss despite still having tight clothing. The user is seeking advice from those with knowledge of bodybuilding and hormones to help figure out the issue.
Akkermansia bacteria can improve hair growth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.
Hair/scalp cloning for unlimited transplants is likely a decade away, with prior transplants not significantly affecting future options. Advances in AI and research in wound-induced hair neogenesis are promising, but infrastructure and technology constraints remain challenges.
The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.
Hair loss treatment with Finasteride, Ketoconazole, Microneedling, Biotin, and Vitamin E shows progress. Users agree hairline improved and suggest continuing treatment.
The conversation discusses progress with a hair loss treatment regimen that includes once daily topical Finasteride, Pyrilutamide, and WAY-316606. Specific treatments for hair loss are being shared and discussed.
The conversation discusses treating male pattern baldness in a transgender woman using cyproterone acetate, finasteride, and biotin. The original poster shared their experience for others who might be in a similar situation.
Kintor is producing a cosmetic with KX826, starting at 0.5% concentration and moving to 1%. The 0.5% concentration wasn't as effective as minoxidil and finasteride, but the 1% concentration shows promise.
The conversation is about exploring alternatives for hair loss treatment, specifically ds laboratory revita shampoo and nanoxidil, with the user currently using microneedling. The user is considering these options due to fewer side effects compared to other treatments.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress after 2.5 months using pyrilutamide and minoxidil. Participants note visible improvement in a short time.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 8 years and recently started dutasteride, but still experiences thin, see-through hair. Suggestions include adding probiotics, changing hairstyle, checking hormones, supplementing vitamin D3, trying laser therapy, and improving gut health.
A user experienced hair loss after taking chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements but stopped shedding after discontinuing them. They noticed thinning around the temples and started dermarolling.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.
PP405 is a promising molecule that may reactivate dormant hair follicles, potentially offering a new treatment for hair loss. It is in phase 2 trials, with possible availability between 2027 and 2030.
Hair looks thinner in sunlight, and users discuss using hair fibers, minoxidil, finasteride, and considering dutasteride for hair loss. Hair fibers like Toppik help conceal thinning, and some users suggest additional treatments like derma stamping and micro-needling.
The user experienced noticeable hair growth after starting dermarolling with a 1mm device, using minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. They plan to reduce dermarolling frequency to three times a week and are considering additional treatments like finasteride or a hair transplant for increased hair density.
The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermint oil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.
Vitamin E and K deficiencies due to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency may affect hair growth. A scalp biopsy is recommended to check for autoimmune-related hair loss.
User doing PRP with exosomes for hair loss, sees possible regrowth after two treatments. Another user suggests providing before and after pictures for better assessment.
The user shared their 5-year hair recovery journey using finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, noting mixed progress but overall improvement. They regret not starting treatment earlier and recently received positive health feedback from their doctor.
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.
Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.