The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hair loss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
The user reports a stable receding hairline with new hair growth after using 5% minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, D-Biotin daily, derma rolling twice a week, and three PRP sessions per month. They plan to update their progress in four months.
The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.
Exploring hair loss treatments, with a focus on Finasteride and RU58841 as well as other topical solutions like stemoxydine 5%. The user found that they were sensitive to both oral and topical finasteride, but remain optimistic about finding the right treatment.
The user noticed baby hair growth and thicker hair after using minoxidil, rosemary, and a dermaroller for two months and plans to start finasteride soon. Another user suggests cutting hair to the same length for better comparison.
A new plant-based serum is claimed to regrow hair in weeks, but users are skeptical about its effectiveness and the reliability of the study. Ingredients like Centella Asiatica and IGF-1 are mentioned, but many doubt the serum's superiority over existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
A user is seeking UK-based sources for propylene glycol and ethanol to dilute topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. They currently order from MinoxidilMax but want a faster shipping option.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement using finasteride initially and then switching to dutasteride, with no major side effects. They recommend starting with dutasteride for better results and report no noticeable shedding.
The user follows an intensive hair loss protocol including dutasteride, biotin, black tea, pumpkin seed oil, peppermint shampoo, rosemary conditioner, mukemame, soy milk, lycopene, garlic, magnesium, chamomile, spicy food, citrus bergamot, zinc, multivitamins, kefir, and Greek yogurt. They plan to alternate between pumpkin seed oil and safflower oil and will share before and after pictures.
User asks about "The Ordinary - Multipeptide serum" for hair loss, containing Redensyl, Procapil, Capaxyl, Baicapil, and Anagain. Reply states it improves hair appearance but doesn't regrow hair.
Using tretinoin, minoxidil, and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum together for hair loss is discussed, with suggestions to skip the serum as it is ineffective for regrowth. Tretinoin is recommended for temple regrowth, and combining it with derma stamping is advised.
Dutasteride is often more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, though it may cause initial shedding. Many users see positive results after several months, with some combining it with minoxidil for better outcomes.
The discussion is about using ASCEplus HRLB exosomes for hair loss treatment, which combines 10 billion exosomes with growth factors, nutrients, biotin, and copper tripeptide. The treatment is expensive and typically administered via scalp injections, but in Europe, it's done with microneedling.
The user is using RU58841, Revivogen, Regenepure ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to use a stimufield cap to address hair loss. They aim to avoid finasteride and minoxidil while hoping to stop hair loss and regrow hair.
The user wants to try using 0.025% topical finasteride every day by diluting their 0.1% topical finasteride with alfatradiol, and is asking if it's possible to mix them or if there are other options. They heard that alfatradiol might not be suitable for this purpose.
A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
The conversation is about finding non-alcoholic minoxidil options in India due to irritation from propylene glycol-based formulations. Suggestions include Tugain 5% foam, Morr Max 5%, minoxidil gel, and Morr F Aqua plus, with OP avoiding finasteride due to side effects.
Psoriasis shampoo with salicylic acid can improve scalp health and hair quality better than Nizoral. It helps create a cleaner environment for hair growth, especially when using treatments like finasteride.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.
The conversation is about using topical saw palmetto for hair loss, with some users suggesting it is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride. The original poster is considering saw palmetto with dermarolling and specific shampoos, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic effects.
Finasteride may help stabilize hair loss, but regrowth at the temples is challenging and often requires additional treatments like minoxidil or a hair transplant. Users suggest patience and possibly combining treatments for better results.
Derma rolling, pumpkin seed oil, and daily massages helped regrow weak hairs on the crown. Nizoral shampoo and yoga also contributed to reducing scalp pain and stress.
The user is happy with their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping 1-2 times a week, and WaterMans shampoo. They noticed improvements despite initial shedding and stopped taking creatine, which they suspect might have affected hair loss.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1.25mg finasteride for 7 months, with no side effects, and is considering whether to keep or remove a previous SMP (scalp micropigmentation). They avoided minoxidil due to dandruff and sensitive scalp concerns, and they use a specific dandruff shampoo once a week.
The conversation is about creating homemade topical melatonin for hair loss, with one person suggesting adding melatonin to stemoxydine as a potential treatment.
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
Pelage secured $120 million for PP405, a non-hormonal topical hair loss treatment, sparking debate on its potential as a breakthrough. Concerns about finasteride's side effects persist, with some suggesting alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride.