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270-300 / 1000+ resultscommunity Verteporfin update - Dr Barghouthi finishes another case
A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
community Do these two supplements inhibit 5alpha-reductase?
Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
community Wednesday after micro needling through Friday today.
The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.
community Could you maintain, after a hair transplant with a topical such as Alfatradiol at 01%
OP asked if Alfatradiol 0.1% can maintain hair after a transplant. Responses suggest using stronger treatments like finasteride or micro-dosing oral finasteride instead.
community Question: How do you apply Liposomal Solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride effectively?
The user is seeking advice on effectively applying a liposomal solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, specifically targeting the roots without wasting the product. They find it challenging to use only 1 ml to cover thinning areas on the front and crown.
community Is the fin dosage in this topical finasteride / latanoprost foam enough to maintain on its own?
The user is using a compounded foam with Latanoprost 0.01% and Finasteride 0.1%, averaging 3ml per week, and is considering whether to add oral finasteride despite concerns about side effects. They are also contemplating switching to 1mg oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for simplicity and effectiveness.
community 5 Months on RU58841: Thin Front Area and Hair Loss Rate
The conversation discusses using RU58841 for hair loss, with OP experiencing thinning in the front area and steady hair loss. OP plans to try microneedling while avoiding finasteride and dutasteride.
community Applying Tertinoin + Moisturiser on scalp.
A user is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin mixed with moisturizer for easier scalp application. They also plan to use a derma pen weekly.
community Clascoterone study going on right now
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
community Estrogen lowering supplements while on Finasteride?
The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibiting supplements like DIM and Grape Seed extract while on finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on combining these supplements with finasteride.
community Question on topical fin for people who did not respond well to oral fin
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects like nipple soreness. The user seeks advice on diluting and applying topical finasteride to minimize adverse effects.
community Tretinoin 0.025% cream vs gel ?
The conversation discusses the difficulty of applying tretinoin 0.025% cream on the scalp and considers switching to a gel for easier application. It also mentions that a liquid solution, ideally combined with minoxidil, may be more effective for hair treatment.
community What to take from the Actifolic?
The user is considering starting Minoxidil and is looking for a topical solution to combine with it. They are confused about which product to prioritize among options like RU58841, Pyrilutamide, FinaTopic, and DutaTopic.
community Topical fin (0.008%) + min - left: 26yo, right: 30yo, goodbye MBP, I keep my NW-0 :D
A user shared progress pictures showing successful hair retention using a low-dose topical finasteride (0.008%) combined with minoxidil. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, minimal effective dosing, and avoiding systemic side effects.
community Do you ever use your Dr pen for your face after microneedling your scalp ?
The conversation discusses using a microneedling device on the face after using it on the scalp, with suggestions to use a depth of 0.2mm for facial treatments. Caution and proper sterilization are advised due to the sensitivity of facial skin.
community Solvent for topical fin with low absorption
The conversation is about using distilled water as a solvent for topical finasteride to reduce systemic absorption. The user is considering avoiding ethanol and propylene glycol to achieve this.
community Combining topical finasteride with oral finasteride
The conversation discusses combining topical and oral finasteride to address hair thinning, with concerns about safety and effectiveness. Users also mention alternatives like dutasteride and minoxidil, and the potential risks of topical treatments during pregnancy.
community 4.5 Months on oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, weekly microneedling at 1.5mm
User tried oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 5mg, topical RU 80mg, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm for hair loss. Others commented on the significant improvement and potential for future hair transplant.
community started since friday topical fin+min+ caffeine+dermaroller 0.5 mm once a week… wish me luck my bald friends :-)
Using a combination of topical finasteride, minoxidil, caffeine and dermaroller treatments to help with hair loss, while discussing the potential results and other options.
community FUT Verteporfin trials coming up soon. Dr. Baghouthi will also do a second FUE trial in the next months
Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.
community Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam - Study Feb 2021
The conversation discusses a study comparing pumpkin seed oil and 5% minoxidil topical foam for female pattern hair loss. The user is curious about the application regimen of pumpkin seed oil used in the study.
community thoughts on dutasteride mesotherapy?
community Do the more newer gen topical retinoids e.g. tazarotene outperform tretinoin in inducing follicular sulfotransferase activity?
community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly
The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.
community deeper understanding of microneedling
community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride
Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.
community No side effects on pyrilutamide / KX-826 so far
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
community Topical Anti Androgens detailed thread
community PELAGE PHASE 2 TRIALS FOR PP405 - Volunteers Needed
PP405 is a topical gel being tested for hair regrowth in adults with androgenetic alopecia. Volunteers aged 18-55 are needed for a 16-week trial in several US locations.