community Eucapill and less shedding
Eucapill 2% used for 1 month reduced shedding from 200 to 10/20 hairs daily with no side effects. Finasteride caused side effects like ED and watery semen.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity Scalp barrier integrity and its potential link to hair follicle health
A healthy scalp barrier is crucial for hair growth, and ceramides may play a key role in maintaining it. The conversation suggests that focusing on scalp health, alongside treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, could improve hair follicle health.
community Hair follicle dermal papilla exosomes
The conversation discusses using hair follicle dermal papilla exosomes for hair loss treatment. It inquires about purchasing options for this treatment.
community topical exosomes - experimenting
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.
community Does Fluridil reducing shedding?
Eucapil (fluridil) may reduce hair shedding. It can be added to a regimen with finasteride and minoxidil.
community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
community DHT itch, dandruff and sebum plugs.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on reducing scalp itching and dandruff using natural shampoos, witch hazel, and apple cider vinegar. The user also mentions using finasteride and observing potential regrowth, though it's difficult to confirm.
community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
community topical fluridil/eucapil + dut to block all DHT+T from scalp?
User experienced slow gains with topical fin+min, switched to topical dut+min, and considered adding Eucapil. Another user suggested DUT may be less effective topically due to high molar mass and mentioned Fluridil as a weak anti-androgen that could help.
community Why don't do it yourself topical solutions not talk about ethosomes as delivery mechanism?
Ethosomes are suggested as an effective delivery method for topical finasteride solutions, requiring the addition of a phospholipid like soya lecithins. The user questions why do-it-yourself solutions don't commonly use ethosomes despite their potential benefits.
community Eucapil is my savior - Significant reduction in hair loss (with pictures)
User ItchyRaccoon experienced significant hair loss reduction using Eucapil after trying low-dose topical finasteride with no results. Some replies mention that shed hair counts are not reliable indicators of hair loss progression or regression.
community Adipocyte lipolysis activates epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration through fatty acid metabolic signaling
Fatty acid metabolic signaling can activate epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration. Oleic and palmitoleic acids showed the best results, but practical application on humans remains uncertain.
community are all vellus hairs likely to go terminal if fin/dut + min + tret are used long enough?
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System with Topical Exosomes and Growth Factors for Hair Growth
Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hair restoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hair growth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.
community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year
A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.
community Does applying Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) make a difference in hair growth?
Applying Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) topically may improve skin and potentially promote scalp health and hair growth, especially after microneedling. The user shares their positive experience with EGF and provides a product link.
community Experiences with Eucapil? Itching scalp
User discusses Eucapil for hair loss treatment and asks if it helps with itchy scalp. People share their experiences and results, including maintenance or slight improvement.
community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results
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.
community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
community Can topicals cause a never ending shed?
The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.
community Shiseido filed for this patent in May 2019. Let's get some big brain discussion on this.
The conversation discusses a patent filed by Shiseido for cloning Dermal Papilla (DP) cells to treat hair loss. The method involves using viral vectors to maintain the cells' growth-inducing properties, differing from Replicel's approach with Dermal Sheath Cup (DSC) cells.
community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.
The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.
community Scalp Skin Barrier Health and Hair Follicle Cycling: A Potential Overlooked Connection
The conversation discusses the importance of scalp skin barrier health in hair follicle cycling, suggesting treatments like ceramides or niacinamide to support hair growth. It also mentions the use of finasteride for hair loss.
community Piroctone Olamine and Ketoconazole
Piroctone olamine and ketoconazole are both effective for reducing dandruff and hair shedding, with potential benefits for hair thickness and scalp health. Piroctone olamine may be as effective or better than ketoconazole in certain conditions, yet it is often overlooked.
community ND dropped ecklonia cava which can cause hair growth. Alternative to fin/dut for those who have side effects
Ecklonia cava is suggested as an alternative to finasteride and dutasteride for hair growth, potentially offering benefits without their side effects. It is promoted for anti-aging, mood enhancement, and cognitive support.
community Itching during shedding phases: Nuancing the DHT itch?
Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hair loss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.
community Epibiotech will now offer off-the-shelf allogeneic hair multiplication treatment in South Korea
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.
community Anyone try Ell-Cranell or Eucapil?
Ell-Cranell and Eucapil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with Ell-Cranell being a weak estrogen and DHT inhibitor that may reduce hair loss without systemic side effects. Alfatradiol is the active ingredient in these products.
community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )
The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.