The conversation is about someone seeking advice on the best microneedling device to use for hair loss, mentioning pens, stamps, and rollers as options.
Red light therapy for hair loss is controversial, with mixed results reported. Its effectiveness may depend on device quality and proper wavelength, and it is often used with minoxidil and finasteride.
User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, calcium, and selenium as supplements.
A mixture of MSM, kombucha, and black tea was applied topically for hair growth in mice. The conversation suggests skepticism about translating these results to humans.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) stimulates hair growth but current devices are expensive. A proposed non-profit project aims to create affordable, 3D-printed LLLT devices and collect data on their effectiveness.
The conversation discusses using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking advice on whether melatonin could help with their condition.
A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after switching from topical minoxidil to a combination of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, along with microneedling and multivitamins. He reported no significant side effects from finasteride, except mild discomfort, and emphasized the effectiveness of oral finasteride over topical solutions.
User discusses switching from microneedling to macroneeding for hair loss treatment. Suggestions include using various devices and unconventional methods.
RepliCel has purchased Trichoscience, and they have a video about hair multiplication. The conversation also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses struggles with diffuse thinning and hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride, with limited success. The original poster regrets having a hair transplant at 21 due to weak donor hair and ongoing thinning.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair regrowth, with one person suggesting that only dermarolling is effective and comparing peppermint oil's effectiveness to that of an egg.
The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.
The user is experiencing fluctuating hair regrowth using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, with the best results in the first four months. Suggestions include being patient through shedding cycles, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly adding dutasteride for stronger results.
User shared progress pictures after 3 months of using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, a dermaroller, and castor oil. They humorously commented on their results.
Hair growth caps and helmets using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) show potential for treating androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed. Users often combine these devices with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
The user shared a 5-month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for diffuse thinning, along with supplements like B-Vitamins, D-Vitamins, Iron, and Beta carotene. They noted improvement in hair condition and encouraged others to check previous posts for more information.
User reports 2-month progress using Fin, Min, and microneedling for hair regrowth. Mixed opinions on results, some skeptical of fast growth, others encouraging and recommending Fin for stable results.
A 22-year-old experiencing intense hair loss across the scalp seeks advice, considering factors like nutrition and genetics. Suggestions include checking vitamin, mineral, and thyroid levels.
Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.
Vitamin E is praised for improving hair and skin, especially by someone who changed their lifestyle. Opinions differ on the impact of animal-based proteins on hair health.
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 conversation discusses hair loss and its potential link to caffeine consumption, with the original poster experiencing increased shedding after consuming more coffee. They mention being a non-responder to finasteride and plan to reduce coffee intake, while others suggest various factors like stress, physical exertion, and medication changes could also contribute to hair loss.
The user is using 2.5mg Minoxidil, 0.5mg Finasteride, a dermastamp, and scalp massages for hair regrowth. There is some visible improvement, but patience is advised as significant results typically take around 6 months.
Microneedling combined with minoxidil is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone. Optimal results are seen with weekly microneedling using 0.5 - 1mm needles and regular minoxidil application, avoiding minoxidil on the needled area for 24 hours.
A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.
Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.
A humorous discussion about hair regrowth using finasteride, with jokes about telekinesis and tiny ants. The conversation is satirical, with users making light of hair loss treatments.
User shared progress of two years using 1mg daily Finasteride and 2x weekly microneedling for hair loss. Many users praised the results and discussed their own experiences with microneedling and Finasteride.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.