Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Verteporfin reduces scar tissue in hair transplants but doesn't significantly regrow hair follicles. More testing is needed to determine its effectiveness.
The user discusses using essential oils like peppermint, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender to improve hair thickness and seborrheic dermatitis. They plan to add RU58841 to their routine and seek advice on using it alongside the essential oils without interference.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
The user is considering a hair transplant and is using Kirkland 5% foam minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil 7% spray. They are concerned about the necessity and potential side effects of oral minoxidil before the transplant.
A user is experiencing hairline recession and has started using RU58841, applying it to the temples. They are seeking advice on the appropriate dosage for this specific area.
The user experienced dryness and shedding with topical minoxidil and switched to oral minoxidil 2.5mg, seeking advice on what to expect. They are concerned about scalp health and looking for others' experiences with this change.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and dutasteride but is experiencing significant hair shedding, including smaller hairs. They are concerned if this shedding indicates the treatment is working.
Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.
A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.
A 48-year-old male is experiencing hair loss despite taking finasteride for four months. He is considering oral minoxidil but is concerned about high blood pressure and is unsure about taking spironolactone.
Verteporfin might be a potential cure for hair loss and could heal scars, which may lead to natural-looking results when combined with hairline lowering surgery. One person suggests waiting to see if verteporfin actually works as claimed.
Hair loss discussion involves PRP (platelet rich plasma) treatment. PRP doesn't stop hair loss, only promotes regrowth; minoxidil is suggested as a better alternative.
The conversation is about making a 20mg/ml RU58841 solution for hair loss treatment using ethanol and propylene glycol. The user receives advice on calculating the correct amount of RU58841 powder needed.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil nightly, dutasteride twice a week, microneedling weekly, and pyripure nightly since April. They are seeking opinions on their hair regrowth progress, noting no slick bald areas but some miniaturized blonde hairs.
The conversation discusses Kevin's accurate information on hair loss treatments and highlights Dr. Bloxham's ongoing work with Verteporfin on FUT scars, suggesting people follow Dr. Bloxham's YouTube for updates. It also thanks Haicafe and Melvin from the hair restoration network forum for their contributions.
A user is concerned about running out of topical minoxidil and finasteride and seeks advice on safely transitioning to using minoxidil alone. They wish to avoid oral finasteride due to potential side effects and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled.
A human trial involving the use of Verteporfin as a treatment for hair loss, which has been ongoing for 119 days with an update on its progress. Treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 have also been discussed.
Intense microneedling with heavy pressure and bleeding did not improve hair growth after 4 months. The user advises against this method, noting no benefits and potential harm, and mentions using minoxidil without success.
The user is using oral minoxidil for hair loss and is considering its effects on facial hair. They are advised that minoxidil can help with facial hair, but a DHT blocker like finasteride is needed for head hair.
Follica's preferred microneedling protocol for hair growth, which includes needle depth, frequency and movement parameters as well as the use of topical treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.
Eucapil, containing fluridil, is used for hair loss but has impractical packaging. Some users find it effective for maintenance, while others suggest alternatives like anageninc with pyrilutamide.
The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizing treatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.
A user is seeking a UK source for a combined minoxidil and RU58841 solution that doesn't contain scalp-irritating ingredients. They specifically want a product without propylene glycol (PG).