After 10 months, the user's hairline and midscalp look thick following a 6100 graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey. They plan to address the crown in a few months.
The user has been dermarolling and applying argan oil with peppermint or rosemary oil, noticing baby hair growth on the hairline. They are questioning if this indicates treatment success or faster hairline recession.
25-year-old male with Norwood 2 hair loss tried PRP injections without success. Dermatologists didn't recommend finasteride or minoxidil, but suggested PRP + Mesotherapy for 50% improvement.
The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.
The user saw no hair loss improvement for a year using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil. They experienced better results after reducing finasteride to 0.25mg, adding a derma pen treatment, and applying a solution with minoxidil and melatonin.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.
A 19-year-old user discusses using finasteride and switching from procapil to minoxidil, experiencing hair shedding and considering stopping minoxidil due to cost and effectiveness concerns. A reply suggests discontinuing minoxidil and continuing with finasteride alone.
The conversation is about creating a natural hair loss topical using ingredients like cetirizine, Zinc Sulphate Heptahydrate, Safflower Extract, Ricinoleic Acid, and others. The user is seeking input and collaboration on this topical formula.
A 20-year-old female is experiencing hairline loss and seeks effective natural remedies or affordable drugstore treatments. She has tried flax seeds and aloe vera without success.
Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.
The user is considering adding castor, rosemary, and pumpkin oils to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure about the effectiveness of these oils.
The user uses rosemary oil, finasteride, ketoconazole, Minoxidil, and Anagenics RU58841 for hair loss treatment. They hope rosemary oil will improve scalp health.
The user experienced hair regrowth over four months using 5% topical minoxidil, oral biotin, and saw palmetto. They also use rosemary and mint conditioner and biotin shampoo.
A 27-year-old at Norwood 3 is starting a hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, scalp massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. The focus is on reducing DHT and stimulating growth, with finasteride emphasized as the key long-term solution.
The user reported gradual hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamins C and D3. They noted the use of a 1.25mm dermastamp and discussed sourcing finasteride in Canada.
User nickxromo shared success with Minoxidil and derma-rolling for hairline improvement in 3 months. Others discussed the need for finasteride and shared their experiences with shedding and regrowth.
The conversation is about personal experiences with Nifeishi rosemary mint oil for hair loss and requests for an ingredient review to assess its quality. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.
A 17-year-old is concerned that taking finasteride might affect facial bone growth and is considering switching to topical finasteride due to its reduced systemic effects. They are also using oral minoxidil and exploring other hair loss treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation discusses using low-dose topical finasteride, specifically 0.005% and 0.01%, for hair regrowth, with some users considering increasing the concentration for better results. Users share experiences with different dosages and combinations, including minoxidil, and discuss the effectiveness and availability of these treatments.
Hair loss may be linked to the TRPS1 gene and protein, not just DHT. Amplifica's AMP-303 targets mesenchymal stem cells and shows promise in treating hair loss, unlike Pelage's PP405.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using topical minoxidil (1ml per day) and oral finasteride (1mg per day) for hair growth, with no side effects reported. The user also mentioned having a hair transplant in December and uses pH-neutral baby shampoo.
The user has been using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for six months, along with Nioxin Ketoconazole and Nizoral shampoos, and reports no side effects and noticeable progress despite experiencing significant shedding. They are unsure if the results are genuine or if any changes to the regimen are needed.
Oral minoxidil and creatine can be used together, but it's advised to start one at a time to monitor side effects. Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing more hair shedding, while minoxidil can lower blood pressure, so hydration and monitoring for dizziness are important.
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, especially at the crown and midscalp, but both have similar side-effect profiles with low incidence of sexual adverse events. Improvement is measured visually, and significant results may take over 12 months to appear.
High prolactin levels may contribute to hair loss, and some users suggest supplements like mucuna pruriens, vitamin B6, vitamin E, L-Tyrosine, L-Theanine, DIM, and Zinc to lower prolactin. Lifestyle changes to increase dopamine, such as reducing screen time and stress, are also recommended.
Alexander Skarsgard likely uses finasteride to maintain his hair, as many Hollywood actors do. Some suggest he might have had a hair transplant or naturally maintains a mature hairline.
Hormone replacement therapy with spironolactone and estradiol significantly improved hair thickness and growth, surpassing previous treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil. The user experienced regrowth in receded areas and a more youthful appearance.