The user shared a 6-month update on using microneedling and a homemade shampoo made of aloe vera and rosemary water for hair loss. They posted progress pictures showing their results.
Adding Nizoral Shampoo (ketoconazole 2%) improved hair quality and reduced scalp irritation. Alternatives like zinc pyrithione shampoo and Piroctone Olamine were also discussed.
Scalp hydration may influence hair growth by affecting the signaling pathways that control the hair growth cycle. Users suggest using facial moisturizer, aloe vera, and oils for scalp hydration.
The conversation discusses various hair growth treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT, PRP, exosomes, latanoprost, copper peptides, and upcoming treatments like PP405 and Vdphl01. It also covers managing side effects of minoxidil, such as dry scalp, and mentions the use of dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss.
Anti-hair loss shampoos, like the one with rosemary, quillaja, and jaborandi extracts, mainly support scalp health but are not effective for hair regrowth compared to treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Ketoconazole 2% is noted as the only effective anti-hair loss shampoo, while others are often considered scams.
The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, organic vinegar, iced aloe vera gel, and sulfur soap to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride unless necessary. Some users see improvement, while others suggest adding finasteride for better results.
A 24-year-old male is using topical minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo to address a receding hairline, along with coconut and rosemary oils. Users discuss the effectiveness of minoxidil, emphasizing early treatment for better results.
The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical Minoxidil 5%, Keto 2% shampoo, and Tretinoin 0.025% for six months, with plans to start topical Finasteride 0.1% soon. They are advised to focus on DHT blockers like Finasteride and consider additional tests and supplements to address potential deficiencies and scalp health.
The user is concerned about hair regrowth after using 2% minoxidil and keraglow vitamins for three months, noticing shedding but no significant improvement. They plan to switch to 5% minoxidil and consider finasteride for better results, as they have been diagnosed with male pattern baldness.
Ketoconazole is mainly used for improving scalp health and reducing dandruff, but it is not effective for new hair growth. Some users find it complements treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but results vary.
The user is seeking advice on hair regrowth, using vitamins, rosemary oil, Nioxin, and vitamin D. Recommendations include oral minoxidil and avoiding finasteride due to being female.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.
A 22-year-old using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss sees mixed results after three months, with some improvement at the crown but worsening at the temples. Suggestions include waiting 6-12 months, considering dutasteride, adding minoxidil, microneedling, caffeine tonic, and retinol.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. The conclusion is that ketoconazole shampoo can help with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but it is not a strong enough treatment to stop or regrow hair. It is recommended to use it as an adjunct treatment along with finasteride or dutasteride.
User reports visible hair growth after 1.5 months using dermarolling, Jamaican black castor oil, and onion juice, having stopped minoxidil due to initial hair loss. Replies suggest continuing minoxidil despite shedding, buzzing hair, and trying finasteride or scalp massages.
A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topical treatments, with no side effects. They initially had issues with finasteride but found success with dutasteride, noting improved hair retention and no sexual side effects.
Lifestyle factors like diet, stress, and nutrient deficiencies can impact hair regrowth, but their effects vary among individuals. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
PP405, a topical treatment, shows promise for hair growth by activating inactive follicles, with 66% of participants experiencing positive results. The treatment is well-tolerated and may proceed directly to Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for several months. Despite skepticism, the user reports noticeable improvement and aims to motivate others with hair loss.
The conversation discusses the use of 1% ketoconazole shampoo, like Nizoral, for hair loss and scalp issues. Users suggest it may help with early hair loss and scalp conditions but is not as effective as other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Significant hair growth was achieved using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling twice a week, with suggestions to add finasteride for maintenance. There is debate on when to apply Minoxidil after dermarolling to avoid irritation.
User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
Peppermint oil may be beneficial for hair growth, potentially outperforming minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
One study suggests a 0.2% caffeine concentration is nearly as effective as 5% minoxidil for hair loss, while other findings indicate that concentrations between 0.001% and 0.005% are more effective, with 0.001% being the most effective. There is no clear consensus on the optimal caffeine concentration for hair loss treatment.
User reports 7 months progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Keto Shampoo & Conditioner, with positive results and no side effects. Others in the conversation congratulate the user and discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.