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      community What's the deal with verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment and questions why more precise methods aren't used to test its effectiveness in regrowing hair. Some users believe verteporfin is promising and should receive more attention, while others are skeptical about the testing methods.

      community My current regimen for MPB

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.

      community Finasteride and hormonal tests

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 months ago
      A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.

      community Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.

      community Committing to Fin/Min every day for the rest of your life?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, with many users finding them manageable as part of a daily routine. Costs can be reduced by purchasing generic versions, and while some users express concerns about long-term use, most agree the benefits outweigh the inconvenience.
      What NW am I? Im guessing NW 1.5?

      community What NW am I? Im guessing NW 1.5?

      in General  57 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user assessing their hair loss as Norwood 1.5 and discussing their use of oral minoxidil and finasteride for 2.5 years, which improved their hair density. They are content with their current progress but hope to reach Norwood 1.

      community RU-58441 Janoshik test result of Made-In-China Supplier

      in Product  30 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user ordered RU58841 from a Chinese supplier, found it to be less than 99% pure, and plans to try a different seller next time. Concerns were raised about impurities, but the user believes they are likely inactive fillers rather than harmful substances.

      community Finanstride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 2.5 Results

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for androgenetic alopecia, seeing good results in 3 months but experiencing thinning and density loss. He seeks advice on his Norwood scale level and when density might return.

      community Best Treatment In The Pipeline?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      New treatments for AGA are emerging, including pyrilutumide, gt0029, scube3, kx-826, and pp405. Verteporfin is mentioned as a promising option.

      community oral minoxidil + fin + biotin progress

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user resumed finasteride and added 5mg oral minoxidil and biotin, noticing quick progress in hair regrowth. Other users discuss dosages and express surprise at the results.

      community Still losing on 0.5mg dut and 2.5 mg oral minox

      in General  102 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering increasing the dutasteride dosage or maintaining the current routine.

      community Perfect dermaroller routine

      in Advice  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about using a 1mm derma roller for hair loss treatment, including cleaning the scalp with isopropyl alcohol and using castor oil mixed with coconut or olive oil afterward. The user seeks advice on the routine and mentions expected gains.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.

      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.

      community Is This A Safe Amount? 7% Minoxidil, 0.0125% Tretinoin, and 0.1% Dutasteride.

      in Product  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user discusses a dermatologist-prescribed topical solution for hair loss containing 7% Minoxidil, 0.0125% Tretinoin, and 0.1% Dutasteride, questioning its safety. Responses suggest the concentration is generally safe, though there is skepticism about daily use at high concentrations, and similar products like HairStim and Happy Head are mentioned.

      community How to make topical finasteride at home

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user in Russia is trying to make topical finasteride at home using ethanol, finasteride tablets, water, and propylene glycol due to unavailability in their country. They are concerned about tablet residue and considering using isopropyl alcohol or adding finasteride to a hair growth lotion.

      community Homemade pyri solution- problems

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed a pyrilutamide solution and noticed undissolved powder at the bottom, questioning if this is normal and how long to wait before applying it. They wished others good luck with their treatments.

      community What do you think about this topical formula?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a topical formula for hair loss including Finasteride (0.025%), Minoxidil (0.5%), Tretinoin (0.01%), Caffeine (0.005%), Melatonin (0.003%), Tea Tree Oil (0.05%), Aloe (0.05%), Biotin (0.05%), and Fagron TrichoXidil (2.5%). The user considers removing Minoxidil and Tretinoin to test TrichoXidil's effectiveness.

      community CB-03-01: I need help

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and RU58841 and is considering CB-03-01 for androgenic alopecia but is concerned about the cost and effectiveness, especially at a lower dose than in clinical trials. They are also using minoxidil, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo but are unsure about the correct application method for CB-03-01.

      community My Current Stack: Every Studied Natural at Maximum Concentration

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen using high concentrations of natural ingredients: pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, rosemary and peppermint essential oils, and caffeine. The user also practices microneedling, scalp massage, and takes Nutrafol.