A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and seeks advice on starting treatment and regrowing hair. They are considering using Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
Nizoral, a ketoconazole shampoo, can cause scalp dryness and hair shedding if overused. Users discuss alternatives like Selsun Blue, finasteride, and dutasteride for managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis.
Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.
A female experienced hair loss due to low iron and an undiagnosed thyroid issue, specifically Hashimoto's, and saw improvement after starting thyroid medication, iron supplements, and making lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause and shares her journey to regrowth and emotional recovery.
Oleic acid and ethanol are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users planning to self-experiment. There is skepticism about their effectiveness, and ongoing use of treatments like finasteride and minoxidil is mentioned.
Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.
A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.
Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.
ABS-201, a prolactin receptor blocker, shows promise in reversing hair loss and graying, with early success in macaques. Current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are still widely used, but new options like PP405 are eagerly anticipated.
Early hair loss causes emotional distress, and common coping strategies like fitness and fashion are inadequate. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair systems, and scalp micropigmentation were tried but were unsatisfactory.
PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.
PP405 may revive dormant hair follicles, and DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride could maintain new hair. Combining PP405 with minoxidil might be optimal, but long-term effects and continuous use are uncertain.
A user shared their 6-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvements with minimal side effects, such as slight erectile dysfunction that resolved. Other users discussed their experiences, concerns about side effects, and the effectiveness of these treatments.
Alternatives to finasteride for hair loss include minoxidil, alfatrodial, fluridil, pyrilutamide, and Nizoral. These treatments may not be as effective as finasteride but can help slow hair loss progression.
A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.
The user lost hair progress while in jail due to stopping treatments like oral dutasteride, topical applications, and ketoconazole shampoo. They plan to restart their regimen and hope to recover in about 18 months.
Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.
Significant hair improvement was achieved using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with no side effects. The user increased the minoxidil dosage to 7.5mg after noticing minor thinning and plans to continue the routine.
A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss and successfully treated it using a combination of Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Oral Minoxidil. He reported no side effects and plans to continue the treatment to maintain his hair.
A 43-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth and increased density after three months using topical Minoxidil (5%), topical Finasteride (0.025%), and 0.75mm microneedling every two weeks, with no side effects. He plans to continue and may reduce Finasteride concentration if progress continues.
Creatine does not cause hair loss, despite many users reporting personal experiences of hair shedding. Scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and increased hair loss or hormone changes.
The user experienced hair regrowth using 2.5mg finasteride daily and by drinking topical minoxidil mixed with water. Commenters advised against this method, suggesting oral minoxidil for safety.
A new hair loss treatment, pp405, may regrow hair better than finasteride and minoxidil, with potential availability by 2028. However, there is skepticism about its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.
The user has been using finasteride for over a year and topical minoxidil since March, noticing small hairs but no significant regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, and possibly trying oral minoxidil for better results.
Microneedling is still considered effective for hair growth, especially when combined with minoxidil, though it is time-consuming. Some users report significant success with consistent use, while others find it less popular due to the effort required compared to topical treatments alone.
Some users experienced erectile dysfunction with finasteride but not with dutasteride, while others had issues with both. Individual reactions vary, with some reporting improved mood and hair growth on dutasteride.
A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.
Minoxidil alone is not effective for significant hair regrowth; combining it with finasteride or dutasteride is necessary. Additional treatments like hair transplants, microneedling, or oral medications are recommended for better results.
The user has used oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for two years without regrowth, despite trying Finasteride and supplements. They consider increasing Minoxidil, adding microneedling, and switching medications, while others suggest RU58841, a hair transplant, or checking for other hair loss causes.