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90-120 / 1000+ resultscommunity Would you still need to be on finasteride if Verteporfin becomes widely used?
The conversation discusses whether finasteride would still be necessary if Verteporfin becomes a successful hair loss treatment. It also explores the sensitivity of transplanted hair to DHT and the potential for off-label use of Verteporfin post hair transplant.
community INTEGRITY ISSUE - Melissa Toyos Verteporfin Treatment Marketing
community About Verteporfin but not about hair
Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.
community PP405 (Everychem 3HP) users - assemble and share your updates!!
Users discussed experiences with Everychem's solution similar to PP405 for hair loss, noting some positive results like increased hair thickness and new growth. There was skepticism about the product's legitimacy and safety, with some users reporting early signs of effectiveness and others expressing concerns about the lack of evidence and safety profiles.
community RU58841 vs. KX-826 vs. CB-03-01
community Clinical Trial: Clascoterone (Cortexolone 17A-Propionate)
A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.
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 Bloodwork reports just came in
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.
community Just Wanted to Let You All Know That I Started Working with a Leading Hair Cloning Lab
A user started working with a leading hair cloning lab to address their hair loss. They have a computer science background and will assist with data science.
community PP405 Hair Loss Drug: Phase 1 Human Results & Biopsy Insights
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.
community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss
A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.
community Do you find yourself hyper analysing other men's hairlines, and thinking either "damn he's lucky" or "he should start fin/dut/min/dermarolling/nizoral/biotin/red laser cap."
People often notice and analyze others' hairlines due to their own insecurities about hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and red light therapy.
community Bruteforcing alopecia or the new advent of science progress
Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.
community Hair Growth or Loss Tracking Tool
A user is developing a tool to track hair density, aiming to help those using treatments like minoxidil. They seek feedback on the tool's usefulness and are considering a low-cost model to cover expenses.
community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)
Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.
community Why anecdotal evidence is so valued around here?
The conversation discusses why personal stories about hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are often taken more seriously than scientific evidence in certain forums. People tend to believe what they want and use others' experiences to support their own views on treatment effectiveness and side effects.
community Questions about alfatradiol logistics
The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.
community Dermal incision with verteporfin
Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community What’s the go with verteporfin?
The conversation discusses using verteporfin for hair regrowth and minimizing scarring after hair transplants. Some individuals plan to self-administer verteporfin, potentially in combination with microneedling, as an alternative to hair transplants.
community Question for those people applying topical pyril (or ru) and another topical like min (or min/fin), what's your regimen?
The conversation is about the difficulty of applying both pyril and min/fin to treat hair loss twice daily and whether combining them yields positive results.
community Considering Hair Transplant for Natural Widow’s Peak and Large Forehead
The conversation discusses whether someone with a naturally large forehead and widow's peak can get a hair transplant and start finasteride early. It also mentions a surgery to lower the hairline as an alternative.
community Big Fin and Big Minox When They Hear Verteporfin Might Replace Messing With Hormones Blood Pressure and Skin
Hair loss treatments, such as minoxidil and finasteride, being replaced by verteporfin, with humorous responses.
community How essential is scalp biopsy when dealing with hair loss?
The user experienced hair loss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
community Verteporfin for treatment of donnor areas after hair transplants...
Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Verteporfin considered for treating donor areas after hair transplants.
community Any experiences with Ptd-dbm??
The user experienced reduced hair loss using an online serum but found it too expensive and is seeking a vendor for ptd-dbm. They are also interested in KY19382 but are unable to find it.
community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied
Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.