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      community Anti androgen shed all over scalp

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.

      community My eyelashes and eyebrows on oral min

      in Progress Pictures  302 upvotes 2 years ago
      User Crazy-Signature930 shares progress on oral minoxidil for eyelashes and eyebrows. Others comment on the impressive results and ask about side effects and duration of use.

      community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community 18 and possibly in the midst of MPB

       7 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.

      community NW5.5 testing stack of most common "alternative" treatments and methods

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.

      community My first CosmeRNA Update (Experience)

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced positive results with CosmeRNA for hair loss after 1.5 weeks, including reduced scalp itchiness, less oiliness, and decreased shedding. They have not felt any side effects and are happy with the treatment so far.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      community My detailed 5-month topical finasteride experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 5-month experience using topical finasteride for hair loss, noting side effects like watery semen and puffy nipples, which led them to stop the treatment. They saw no significant hair improvement and have since switched to using minoxidil.

      community Topical Finasteride Selection

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.

      community Update: Chest discomfort from RU58841

      in Update  33 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe chest pains and shortness of breath after using RU58841 for hair loss and was advised by a doctor that blocking androgens can weaken the heart. They decided to continue with finasteride, minoxidil, and a hair transplant instead.

      community Latanoprost from the gray market?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses sourcing pure latanoprost from the gray market for research and making a homemade solution. Concerns about potential dangers and experiences with this method are raised.

      community Alfatradiol only for mild thinning

      in Product  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Alfatradiol is considered safe but less effective than finasteride for hair loss. One user reported subtle regrowth using alfatradiol with finasteride and minoxidil, while another found alfatradiol ineffective.

      community What brand of Redensyl do you use?

      in Question  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      User is experiencing issues with Minoxidil and is considering switching to Redensyl, specifically asking for brand recommendations. The Ordinary - Multi Peptide is mentioned, but the user seeks other brand experiences.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Custom topical from Rootsbyga.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user received a custom topical treatment for hair loss from Rootsbyga, which includes minoxidil and possibly other ingredients to enhance its effectiveness. The initial test cost $120, and the monthly topical costs around $70, with concerns about long-term use of steroids like hydrocortisone.

      community Ranking of all the topical anti androgens in terms of effectivness?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      There is no reliable ranking for the effectiveness of topical anti-androgens like Fluridil, RU58841, and Pyrilutamide, with limited studies available. Some users suggest Pyrilutamide may be promising based on ongoing trials, while Fluridil combined with finasteride has shown positive results for some individuals.

      community Shampoo for dry and itchy scalp

      in Product  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared that Garnier Fructis SOS repair shampoo with amla oil and liquid vegetal keratin helped with their dry and itchy scalp. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and found this shampoo effective after trying many others.

      community Using topical vitamin D, does it make sense?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.

      community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.

      community Questions about Rosemary Oil and DermaRolling

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and is trying rosemary oil with a carrier oil and derma rolling before considering Minoxidil. Others share their experiences with finasteride, Minoxidil, and various oils, noting potential side effects and personal preferences.