Exosomes are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users reporting initial improvement. One user moved on to using dutasteride and oral minoxidil with positive results.
PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.
The user is using a regimen of 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil foam at night, hair gummies, and rosemary water in the morning to address hair loss. They are experiencing some regrowth and are advised to be patient, with suggestions to possibly increase minoxidil application to twice a day for better results.
A user is seeking a Minoxidil Response Test kit in the EU without bundled consultations. They mention alternatives like oral minoxidil and tretinoin but prefer the test alone.
A user is asking if a new hair product, Cypress Premium Vials Energy and Cypress Premium Shampoo Energy, could be dangerous or worsen their hair condition. The product contains various ingredients including water, alcohol, menthyl lactate, and several extracts.
A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 years and is considering switching to a finasteride/minoxidil spray due to concerns about potential side effects like depression. They are seeking advice on whether to continue with both treatments or switch exclusively to the spray.
A 30-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and is concerned about his receding hairline, seeking advice on his Norwood scale classification. He is apprehensive about using Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments.
A 24-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth after 3 months using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and scalp injections of dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins every two weeks. They are uncertain if the improvement is due to actual regrowth or just longer hair.
A 29-year-old is using liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil and low-level light therapy (LLLT) to improve hair growth, showing significant progress in crown recovery. The user prefers liposomal topicals to avoid side effects from oral finasteride and uses the iRestore Essential device for LLLT.
An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.
1 mg of finasteride is commonly prescribed because it is more effective for a larger number of people compared to lower doses, despite only slightly reducing serum DHT more than 0.2 mg. Serum DHT and scalp DHT are different, and 1 mg is believed to reduce scalp DHT more effectively, contributing to better hair growth results.
The user experienced severe scalp itching and hair loss while on dutasteride, which they linked to caffeine and masturbation. They plan to cut out both to see if their hair density improves.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 13 years with stable results but is now experiencing thinning hair and is considering switching to Dutasteride 0.5mg. They are seeking advice on whether this change might be beneficial.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no side effects and maintained good health and mood.
A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.
The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.
A user is planning to use mesotherapy with 0.025% dutasteride for hair maintenance due to intolerance to finasteride. They seek clinics in Northern Germany, Sweden, or nearby countries for dutasteride scalp injections.
Using PRP or Exosome treatments alongside Finasteride/Dutasteride and Minoxidil may not significantly enhance results. Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil are considered more effective options.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various doses of Dutasteride in reducing scalp DHT and its impact on hair count. Users shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil, with one reporting significant hair loss reduction using a combination of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user is considering starting minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss at Norwood 2 or 2.5. Another user suggests consulting a dermatologist and possibly using finasteride to prevent progression and minoxidil for regrowth, with dutasteride as an alternative.
OP has been using oral minoxidil (5mg) and oral dutasteride (0.5mg) but sees little progress and is unsure if they should continue. Other users suggest being consistent, giving it more time, and addressing scalp inflammation.
A user shared their 3-year progress using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting significant hair regrowth and some side effects like bloating, seborrheic dermatitis, and water retention. The user is happy with the results, noting improvements in both the crown and hairline.
User tried oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm for hair loss. Others commented on the significant improvement and potential for future hair transplant.
A user's 8 month progress with treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo and stemoxydine to combat hair loss. Others have shared their own experiences and regrowth results with similar treatments.
A 28-year-old has been using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg, topical minoxidil 5%, and Cafune shampoo for 104 days with positive results and is considering adding microneedling. No side effects from dutasteride have been reported.
The conversation discusses experiences with topical dutasteride for hair loss, comparing formulations from FUEClinic, MinoxidilMax, and Strut. Users share their results and side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments to minimize systemic absorption.
Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.
Doug-Sweeney has had positive results from using 1mg of finasteride and 5% minoxidil applied twice a day to treat his hair loss. Other users have also commented on how Doug-Sweeney looks younger with the improvements in hair quality.