community How do you deal with balding in your 20s?
Hair loss in your 20s, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants discussed. Opinions vary between accepting baldness and pursuing aggressive treatments.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Pelage, PP405, is creating a database for potential new trial volunteers
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment targeting dormant hair follicles, with ongoing trials. Some users consider stopping finasteride and minoxidil to join trials, while others doubt its effectiveness.
community If we can clone a sheep why we can't cure baldness till now
Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapies exist, but a complete cure is hindered by genetic complexity and market dynamics. Cloning hair follicles is considered a potential solution, but it's currently not feasible.
community Regular middle aged guy, taking 5mg minoxidil, 1.1mg finasteride and biotin combo pill. 3 months progress.
A 45-year-old man experienced positive hair regrowth using a combination pill of 5mg minoxidil, 1.1mg finasteride, and 1mg biotin over three months. He reported minimal side effects and prefers this treatment over hair transplants.
community Topical Minoxidil 5% since March but does seem to be improving much.
Minoxidil 5% alone is not enough for significant hair regrowth; combining it with finasteride or dutasteride is advised. A hair transplant might be needed, depending on baldness extent and donor area quality.
community People treat you way nicer when you have hair, I didn’t believe it until it happened to me
Having hair improves social interactions and treatment by others, with hair transplants and finasteride enhancing confidence and attractiveness. People often receive more positive attention after addressing hair loss.
community Quit finasteride after 15+ years
A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.
community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe
Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo
Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.
community Justin Bieber got a hair transplant
Justin Bieber has had multiple hair transplants, with discussions on the cost and quality in places like Turkey. Despite using treatments like finasteride, his hairline appears unnatural to some.