Female with aga tried minoxidil 5% and spironolactone, no success yet. Gladyator96 suggests waiting 6 months, adding tretinoin or dermarolling with minoxidil.
Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.
A user with diffuse thinning noticed stubble-like hairs on their scalp after using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, castor oil, Vitamin D3, biotin, and iron supplements. They are unsure if this indicates regrowth or miniaturized hairs.
A healthy scalp barrier is crucial for hair growth, and ceramides may play a key role in maintaining it. The conversation suggests that focusing on scalp health, alongside treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, could improve hair follicle health.
A user is exploring VEGF gene therapy to enhance hair transplant results, considering measuring hair shaft diameter and growth rate. Suggestions include using phototrichograms and possibly adding PRP, though its effectiveness is uncertain.
Lactobacillus reuteri 6475 is being used by a person who reports healthier hair after one month, despite initial shedding. The discussion includes speculation about its effects on gut bacteria and scalp inflammation.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
People are discussing the use of the peptide GHK-Cu for hair and skin, with mixed results. Some users have tried it alongside other treatments like adenosine and melatonin, but have not seen significant improvements, and one user stopped due to cost.
A user is using homemade topical spironolactone for androgenetic alopecia and is unsure about its effectiveness due to concurrent telogen shedding. They are seeking advice on others' experiences with homemade topical spironolactone.
The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.
A 25-year-old male is experiencing positive temple regrowth after using 1 mg oral finasteride daily and a custom topical solution from Musely containing minoxidil, dutasteride, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone. He is considering adding dermarolling to enhance results, while others share their experiences and suggestions for hair regrowth treatments.
The conversation discusses new research on hair growth by Dr. Maksim Plikus, with a call for clinical trials to begin. No specific treatments are mentioned.
KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) 0.5% and 1.0% solutions showed promising results in increasing hair count for male androgenetic alopecia, with the 0.5% dose slightly outperforming the 1% dose. The treatment was well-tolerated with no sexual side effects, but skepticism remains due to past inconsistencies in trial results.
A user asks about the appropriate zinc dosage to offset side effects while taking 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Responses suggest zinc has a minor effect on hormones compared to finasteride.
Oleic acid and microneedling are being explored for hair regrowth, but results are mixed. Addressing DHT and fibrosis is crucial, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp massage also discussed.
The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hair loss treatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hair density after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.
A user is considering using Bare Anatomy's Advanced Hair Growth Serum, which contains Redensyl, Anagin, Baicapil, Rosemary, and Biotin, for thinning hair. Reviews are mixed, with some users skeptical about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil.
The user experienced genital itching while using finasteride and noticed a yellow bump, which improved with clotrimazole, but the itching persists. The discussion focuses on side effects of finasteride.
Hope Medicine's announcement of the HMI-115 Phase II clinical trial for androgenetic alopecia in China; other related trials have been conducted or are ongoing in different countries, including Australia, US, and Europe. There is speculation that the product may be accepted across borders without additional testing.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is discussed as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia due to its ability to reverse hypoxia and promote angiogenesis. The conversation explores its potential benefits for hair loss, though no studies have been conducted on this application yet.
The hair transplant at Eugenix in New Delhi resulted in poor density and texture, with only about 2,500 grafts surviving out of 4,500. The user is considering holding the clinic accountable and exploring options like shaving, using hair fibers, or seeking another transplant.
The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.
User is experiencing hair thinning and sebum overproduction after starting finasteride and a hair growth supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium. They suspect the finasteride might be fake but have noticed a side effect of watery semen.
A 22-year-old male uses dutasteride, a serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.5% finasteride, and microneedling for diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Progress pictures show changes from July 2025 to February 2026.
CBD in an emu and lanolin oil preparation showed a 100% increase in hair growth, but the effectiveness may partly come from the oils. Users discussed proper CBD dosage, preparation methods, and skepticism about the study's quality.
The user experienced hair regrowth using Koshine KX-826 after two months, noticing new baby hairs and reduced shedding, while continuing to use Hims spray. They reported no side effects from Koshine and plan to keep monitoring progress.
A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.
A 23-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since 2022 and has used minoxidil and dutasteride with reduced shedding but no hair regrowth. He is considering PRP with mesotherapy and red light therapy, GFC, or exosomes, with a preference for exosomes due to efficiency and a reputable clinic.