Minokem-N's composition is unclear, with concerns about unlisted hydrocortisone. Users discuss alternatives like AloATM, which lacks soothing agents, and the challenges of verifying ingredients.
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.
PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, with significant results in just four weeks. The treatment is still in early stages, with further trials needed to determine its long-term effectiveness and optimal dosage.
A satirical discussion about a hair transplant, with humorous comments on graft placement and clinic choice. The conversation includes references to a "Rebuild a Scalp Clinic" and jokes about using pubic hair and overharvesting.
The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.
The conversation discusses the anticipation for updates on GT20029, a potential hair loss treatment. Users also mention using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
OP shared a 1-month progress update on using a topical solution with dutasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss. Users noted regrowth and discussed tretinoin's availability.
Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.
The user follows an intensive hair loss protocol including dutasteride, biotin, black tea, pumpkin seed oil, peppermint shampoo, rosemary conditioner, mukemame, soy milk, lycopene, garlic, magnesium, chamomile, spicy food, citrus bergamot, zinc, multivitamins, kefir, and Greek yogurt. They plan to alternate between pumpkin seed oil and safflower oil and will share before and after pictures.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
A 51-year-old woman switched from Minoxidil to Maneup, a copper peptide treatment, experiencing initial hair loss but later regrowth with different hair texture. Users debated Maneup's effectiveness, with some considering it alongside finasteride.
The user is using a regimen of 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil foam at night, hair gummies, and rosemary water in the morning to address hair loss. They are experiencing some regrowth and are advised to be patient, with suggestions to possibly increase minoxidil application to twice a day for better results.
The conversation is about a user trying a shampoo and conditioner recommended by Derek from More Plates More Dates to slow down hair loss. The products contain Ketoconazole, pumpkin seed oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and biotin, and the user is satisfied with the results so far.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.
The user has been using minoxidil for years without success, but after adding DUT (dutasteride) to their routine, they have seen progress in their hair growth.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically seeking a 15% glycyrrhizic acid formula without additional ingredients. It also mentions the potential opposite effects of glycyrrhizic acid on humans compared to rats.
The conversation is about hair regrowth using micro-needling, RU58841, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dutasteride. Users suggest that noticeable results take longer than two weeks, though one user mentions seeing baby hairs.
The conversation discusses impressive results from a 28-day application of a hair loss treatment. Users compare it to their experiences with Minoxidil and Dutasteride, noting excitement over the new findings.
A user thanks the group for sharing experiences, leading them to start finasteride, dermarolling, and castor oil, while using Nizoral and LLLT. They plan to reintroduce minoxidil later.
The conversation is about finding shampoos with Piroctone Olamine in the US for itch relief, as the user has not found relief with Keto shampoo, oral Dutasteride, and oral Minoxidil. Users suggest alternatives like Neutrogena T/Gel and online options, but note availability and price issues.
The user shared progress after 4 months of using topical minoxidil daily, along with dermastamping and Nizoral shampoo. They are seeking suggestions for better results.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using Minoxidil Foam, Nizoral Shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to add finasteride in a few months.
The user is seeing positive results in hair growth using a combination of topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They also use a red light panel for collagen rebuilding and are happy with the progress.
Switching from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil resulted in thinner hair and loss of vellus hair, with no new growth observed. The user is concerned about the lack of improvement despite using a stronger treatment.
Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hair transplants or acceptance.
The user is experiencing chest sensitivity and muscle ache after using topical finasteride for a month and is concerned about potential gynecomastia. They are considering asking their doctor for blood work to check estrogen levels and are questioning whether to stop using finasteride.
NAD⁺ precursors and EGCG may increase hair density, but users report mixed results with no significant hair gains. Some users suggest combining these with finasteride or dutasteride for better results.
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Dutasteride, needling, and Minoxidil for temple regrowth. It highlights the importance of patience and managing expectations while trusting the process.