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      community Sooo whats the consensus about pp405 now?

      in Chat  74 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      PP405 may help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with minoxidil and finasteride, but its long-term effectiveness is unclear. Phase 3 trials are expected to begin soon, with results in a few years.

      community Today I started Finasteride. I have questions.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started taking finasteride for hair loss and asked about its effects, the use of Tretinoin for hair growth, the right time to start minoxidil, and the effectiveness of microneedling. The responses advised patience with finasteride, suggested minoxidil as a last resort, doubted microneedling's help with finasteride, and stated no need for microneedling with Tretinoin.

      community 48M, 11 month progress, 1MG finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  627 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 48-year-old man's 11-month progress using 1mg finasteride for hair loss treatment, with significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share their experiences, with some also seeing positive results, while others have not been as successful.

      community 8 months on 5mg fin daily, 5% min twice daily, and hrt(mtf). Thought my hair was unrecoverable before but now I’m so happy.

      in Transgender  1901 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named "LordGeek101" shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using 5mg of finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for 8 months. The user is transgender (MTF) and mentioned that the larger dose of finasteride was recommended by their doctor for better chances of hair revival.

      community Welp - pp405 conference showed nothing

      in Update  79 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth by increasing terminal hair and converting vellus hairs, but results are modest and more waiting is needed. It complements existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but won't replace them.

      community 1ish year on fin and no improvement

      in Is this regrowth?  87 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.

      community I find it funny a bunch of us on here are on drugs for hairloss and maintain clean/healthy lives and then there’s these mf’s in the 90’s juiced to the gills with steroids and have better hair than all of us lol

      in Satire  353 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effects of steroids on hair loss. Some users believe that steroids can cause hair loss, while others argue that it depends on individual sensitivity to DHT. There is also discussion about the appearance of balding individuals who use steroids.

      community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community 14 Month Progress w/ Topical Fin+Min

      in Progress Pictures  983 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared 14-month progress pictures using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about age, improvement timeline, and how to obtain finasteride.

      community Best Carrier Oil to use with Rosemary Oil

      in Scalp Massage  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using sunflower oil as a carrier oil with rosemary oil for hair loss treatment, as it doesn't leave the scalp overly oily like hemp seed oil. The user also mentions avoiding minoxidil due to side effects and using rosemary oil to reduce hair fall and promote new growth.

      community Duoxidil, Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, specifically using a combination of oral and topical minoxidil, oral and topical dutasteride, and PRP. There is skepticism about the authenticity of the results, with some users questioning the changes in hair and skin appearance.

      community POV: You Ask A Tressless User If It's Safe To Drink Minoxidil

      in Satire  769 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about how topical treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride, can be replaced by drinking oral versions of the same medications to achieve better results with less hassle. Some users have already been doing this with positive results.

      community 3 month progress (26M) oral fin and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  645 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and brain fog at higher doses and adjusted their dosage to manage these effects.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community My Progress - 56 y/o with NW7 hairloss

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 57-year-old man with severe hair loss since age 14 tried various hair loss treatments over two years, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, with some minor regrowth. He also experimented with topical treatments and microneedling, but results were not cosmetically significant.

      community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

      community 96 days on oral min/fin progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  268 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride daily for 96 days and has noticed progress in hair regrowth, particularly on the crown. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, adding micro-needling, and possibly using tretinoin and dutasteride.

      community 4 years of baldness and hating my mirror reflection has ended

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their journey with hair loss, using minoxidil initially, then adding microneedling and finasteride, and finally undergoing a hair transplant. They expressed regret for not using finasteride earlier due to fear of side effects and found the combination of treatments effective in the end.

      community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.

      community Hair Oils can be DANGEROUS and this is a case study. He lost all his hair.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hair loss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.

      community If you had to choose one ? Fin or min ?

      in Product  99 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about choosing between finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Most users prefer finasteride, citing its effectiveness in stopping hair loss, while some mention using both for better results.

      community Could Fin possibly be better than Dut for some?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's experience with switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticing a decrease in hair density. They question if finasteride could be more effective than dutasteride for some people, while others suggest that shedding is normal and it takes time to see results from dutasteride.

      community How insane is this oral min shed?

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.