User fought hair loss with Derminator microneedling, topical and oral minoxidil, and a 2000 FUE hair transplant. Derminator was a game changer, preventing further loss.
The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.
Dr. Kyle Gillet mentioned on Dr. Andrew Huberman's podcast that dutasteride mesotherapy blocks DHT conversion only in the scalp and is the most promising topical treatment. Users discussed concerns about systemic absorption and the practicality of dutasteride injections.
Minoxidil can be effectively delivered through nanoemulsions containing eucalyptol or oleic acid, enhancing its diffusivity and targeting hair follicles. This contradicts the advice against mixing minoxidil with oils in topical formulations.
The post discusses the use of mesotherapy with dutasteride for hair loss treatment, showing before and after photos. The conversation includes mentions of Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.
The conversation humorously discusses two resilient hair strands that resist DHT, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride as ineffective treatments. Users joke about cloning the hairs and the mystery of baldness.
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.
The user achieved thicker hair using finasteride and minoxidil tablets daily, along with derma rolling twice a week. No side effects were reported, and noticeable improvements were seen after switching from topical to oral treatments.
Epibiotech will offer off-the-shelf allogeneic hair multiplication treatment in South Korea, using dermal papilla cells from donors to grow hair in balding areas. This method is cheaper and less invasive than traditional hair transplants.
The user shared their 9-month progress using exosomes and topical minoxidil for hair loss, concluding that minoxidil was more effective for them than exosomes. They plan to continue using minoxidil and have started finasteride while managing dandruff with salicylic acid.
The conversation discusses the challenges and experiences of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss, focusing on the shedding phase and its impact on hair appearance. Users share their personal experiences, side effects, and hopes for improvement, with some considering or having undergone hair transplants.
An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil, and PTD-DBM. The user has not noticed significant regrowth and is considering cost-effective options like valproic acid.
The post discusses a DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy procedure for hair regrowth, supplemented with oral Minoxidil. The user describes the process, including preparation, equipment used, and initial results, expressing excitement for future outcomes.
The user switched from finasteride to 0.5mg oral dutasteride and added 2.5mg oral minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling, to improve hair regrowth. They reported no side effects and are hopeful for continued progress, especially in the temple area.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth with topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, but later faced severe hair shedding after stopping dermarolling and reducing ketoconazole use. Suggestions included switching to oral treatments, resuming dermarolling, and considering lifestyle changes.
Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, biotin, vitamin D, zinc, and microneedling for hair loss. They report no sexual side effects and feel their libido may have increased.
Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.
A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.
A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite initial progress. He plans to improve medication consistency, undergo blood tests, and consult a dermatologist to explore potential causes and solutions.
A user shared their 7-month progress using 1mg daily Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg daily oral Minoxidil for diffuse unpatterned alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth with reduced shedding and no side effects. They experienced a severe initial shed but now have visual improvement, despite hair still being thinner than before.
The user is using dutasteride, estradiol cypionate, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and plans to add ketoconazole for hair regrowth. They are questioning if the improvement is due to actual regrowth or just better photo angles.
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 user started using minoxidil foam daily after two years on finasteride and is managing seborrheic dermatitis with antifungal shampoo. They seek advice on moisturizing products that won't worsen their condition, with suggestions including gentle shampoos and light ceramide serums.
The user is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite using oral minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, magnesium, and vitamin D3. They are advised to stick with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year, as frequent changes might affect results, and are reassured about future hair cloning advancements.
A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.