Collagen peptides are recommended for hair and skin benefits, with users noting improvements in hair and skin health. However, evidence on their effectiveness for hair growth is inconclusive.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Regenera stem cells and exosomes from 'Cellgenic' umbilical cord donors. The user has been using topical minoxidil 5% and 0.001% estradiol for a year without seeing effects, and another user mentions the importance of microneedling.
The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.
RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
A user is considering exosome therapy from Springs Rejuvenation for hair loss after unsuccessful attempts with PRP, adipose injections, and a laser cap. They are intrigued by the therapy's potential and the clinic's guarantee of 30% improved coverage, despite concerns about FDA approval and high-pressure sales tactics.
A user shared their successful hair loss treatment using 1.25mg finasteride daily, 2.5mm microneedling every 1-3 weeks, zinc pyrithione shampoo, occasional scalp massages, and 40% glycolic acid on temples. They reported significant progress over 21 months.
A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.
Adipose-derived stem cells with ATP improved hair regrowth in male and female mice with androgenetic alopecia. The most effective treatments were low dose stem cells with ATP for males and medium dose stem cells with non-liposomal ATP for females.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for over a year without regrowth or stability, and hair loss continues. Suggestions include checking for inflammation, considering a scalp biopsy, and trying microneedling, topical anti-androgens, or a hair transplant.
A user shared their experience with telogen effluvium triggered by a keratin treatment, leading to significant hair loss. They found improvement using aloe vera with rosemary, a protein and iron-rich diet, and patience.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
The conversation is about using alfatradiol (17α-estradiol) as a hair loss treatment. The user is considering adding it to their regimen due to its safety and availability.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth from Xeljanz after severe alopecia but can no longer afford it. They are seeking ways to obtain the medication despite its high cost and potential side effects.
A user with high pre-finasteride estrogen levels is asking if they need to normalize their hormone levels before starting finasteride and whether they should postpone dermarolling until they begin finasteride. The user is 21.5 years old.
Derma-stamping can damage the scalp if done incorrectly; use 0.5-1.5 mm needles and avoid pressing too hard. It can enhance Minoxidil absorption when done weekly, with results visible in 3 to 6 months.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and microneedling for treating hair loss. The linked article is seen as an advertisement for these treatments.
The user experienced regrowth and stabilization in hair density using finasteride, minoxidil, a derma roller, and an LLLT helmet, but noticed a recent decline in hair quality. They only take finasteride orally and are unsure about the effectiveness of the LLLT device.
User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.
Aminexil/Kopexil may help reduce hair loss by addressing perifollicular fibrosis in androgenetic alopecia, but it lacks the extensive clinical backing of finasteride and minoxidil. Some users find it effective, but availability and cost are issues, especially in the US where it's not FDA-approved.
A user started taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss but hasn't seen results yet. They also take vitamins and asked about adding minoxidil and the effectiveness of LLLT.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping once a week. They are considering increasing the dermastamp needle size from 1.25mm to 1.5mm.
The potential of using Verteporfin to prevent hair loss scars and possible regrowth, with two doctors currently testing it, although the price of a 15mg bottle is expensive.
A 43-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss, with some stabilization and thin hair growth but no significant cosmetic improvement. He is considering increasing microneedling frequency and exploring other options, as he is concerned about the lack of terminal hair growth.
The conversation is about using DIY copper peptide (GHK CU) serum for microneedling to address hair loss, with additional treatments including Nizoral for DHT reduction and red light therapy. The user is considering adding Minoxidil but is concerned due to having cats.
A 39 year old male who has been balding since 23 and is intolerant to finasteride, using microneedling with Derminator 2 once per week and minoxidil foam twice daily in an effort to increase thickness of vellus hairs on the crown and maintain hairline.
Astaxanthin (ASX) is highlighted as a promising supplement for treating hair loss due to its antioxidant properties. It may help with inflammation and oxidative stress, which are linked to hair loss and aging.
The conversation discusses hair loss and queries the effectiveness of treatments like PRP, Exosome therapy, peptides, and Stem Cell therapy. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned.
Exosomes combined with fractional picosecond laser treatment were effective in treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting repigmentation in white hair patches. The role of exosomes in hair repigmentation, particularly in conditions like poliosis, is not well-studied.