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Hair loss concerns and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are humorously discussed. The community's quirks and dedication to battling hair loss are highlighted.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does your hair also look depressingly awful under fluorescent lights?
Fluorescent lighting makes hair look thinner, causing concern about appearance. Some users consider treatments like DUT, while others share experiences of hair looking better in different lighting or conditions.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
community Does DHT give you a leaner face?
Finasteride and dutasteride may increase estrogen levels, leading to water retention and a fuller face. Users discuss managing these effects with lifestyle changes and supplements like zinc and DIM.
community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M
A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.
community Living a lie with hair fibers...
A person dealing with hair loss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
community Topical Fin Vs Oral Fin. Which is better and has less sides?
Comparing the effectiveness and side effects of topical finasteride versus oral finasteride, with people sharing their experiences using both treatments to manage hair loss.
community 4 years on finasteride and Minoxidil with great success. Ask me stuff!
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ummwhatsure: No it doesn't. I started losing my hair around 27/28.
This user has had great success with a combination of finasteride and Minoxidil, taking 1 milligram of finasteride per day and applying Minoxidil twice daily for 4 years, starting when they were 31. They experienced some shedding in the first two years, but now have thicker, fuller hair than before.
community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
community Husband (35) is thinning on top, he doesn't know yet. Trying to research so he won't feel so lost or upset when I tell him. Help a girl out?
A woman is concerned about her husband's hair thinning and researches treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. He decides against medication due to potential side effects and plans to shave his head if necessary.
community 1mg Finasteride progress update.
A user's positive experience with finasteride for hair loss treatment over two months, noticing less visible scalp after haircuts. The user also used a derma roller occasionally but did not use minoxidil.
community God bless H&M's fitting room lighting
Diffuse thinners find shopping challenging due to harsh overhead lighting, but H&M's side lighting in fitting rooms is more flattering. Many users humorously suggest banning overhead lighting to improve the shopping experience.
community trichoscopy: for those of you with microscopes
The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)
A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.
community Verteporfin FUT 9 Month Update
Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.
community Red Light Therapy: Cheap Chinese LED caps are better than $3000 laser caps
Affordable 92-LED caps may be more effective for hair growth than expensive 270-laser caps due to higher power output and irradiance. The LED caps deliver more energy to the scalp, making them a cost-effective alternative for red light therapy.
community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
community Electrical devices like violet ray for hair regrowth
The conversation discusses using a violet ray device for hair regrowth, citing a case where zinc ion treatments showed promising results. It also mentions similar devices like the Growcombr and niostem helmet.
community Red light therapy - research says they work, reviews say they don't - Turns out commercial device are severely under-powered, so could this actually work?
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hair growth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.
community New Light Therapy Can Suppress a Key Marker of Hair Loss by 92%
A new light therapy claims to reduce hair loss markers by 92% using a specific wavelength range. Users discuss the cost and effectiveness of devices, with some expressing skepticism and others considering alternative treatments like red light therapy and vitamin D exposure.
community Dr. Tsuji online lectures today and tomorrow
Dr. Tsuji is giving online lectures about hair multiplication trials. Users express hope for a cure, but some are skeptical about its timeline.
community Follicum releases some data from previous phase 2a trial
Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.
community Red Light Therapy: my experience
A user shared their positive experience with the Omnilux Red Light mask for skin and potential hair benefits, while also using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend the mask for those interested in skincare and red light therapy, despite being unsure of its effectiveness for hair growth.
community Red light therapy that works well
Red light therapy with dual wavelengths (650nm and 850nm) can stimulate hair regrowth without DHT blockers. Consistent use of a panel with these wavelengths has shown positive results in hair regrowth.
community Verteporfin (Visudyne) group buy 🌷
User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.
community The difference that light can do in scalp pics
Lighting can significantly affect the perception of hair progress in photos. The user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements after switching from finasteride.
community Verteporfin to deminiaturize follicles
User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.
community mallia therapeutics 8T3 scd83 molecule for ffa/lpp mainly and aga
A user applied the 8T3 product for hair loss, targeting LPP and AGA, and plans to update on its effectiveness. The product uses a saline buffered phosphate vehicle, suitable for those intolerant to ethanolic vehicles.
community Post Low-Level Laser Light Therapy Syndrome (PLLLTS )
Hair loss discussion includes LLLT treatments and a satirical condition called PLLLTS, causing patients to resemble lighthouses and attract moths. Some users express concern about others taking the satire seriously.