A female with male-pattern hair loss (AGA) is seeking help after unsuccessful treatments with spironolactone and supplements, and is considering oral minoxidil and finasteride despite concerns about medication side effects. She has ruled out hormonal birth control and PRP/PRFM, and is looking into further medical advice due to abnormal lab results.
A user shared their positive experience with Musely's Modern Hair Formula and Classic Combo for hair regrowth, highlighting ingredients like IPCs and Exosomes. They offered a $50 gift card for the product, leading to skepticism from others about the promotion.
A user experienced side effects from finasteride and switched to using GHK-Cu for hairline improvement, noticing some positive changes after three months. They used a 2mg daily dose via subcutaneous injections and reported increased hair density and baby hairs, though results were not dramatic.
Topical spironolactone 5% is being discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss, specifically receding temples. The user is inquiring if it works similarly to finasteride as a testosterone blocker.
User seeks KX-826 anti-androgen product and asks for purchase suggestions and experiences. Dave-8D recommends buying powder from the same website and making a topical solution, mentioning possible high dosage from Minoxidil max causing side effects.
Latisse (bimatoprost) is discussed as a potential treatment for hair growth due to difficulty obtaining PGE2. Users also mention concerns about sourcing reliable products from China.
The user has been taking oral minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months with no hair growth but no further hair loss. They are considering adding rosemary oil and possibly returning to a topical solution.
Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hair growth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.
The conversation discusses using saw palmetto oil to reduce hair loss, with the user reporting decreased shedding but no regrowth yet. The user plans to try minoxidil and finasteride, noting previous success with minoxidil but concerns about its greasiness.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.
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.
User is experiencing hair thinning and sebum overproduction after starting finasteride and a hair growth supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium. They suspect the finasteride might be fake but have noticed a side effect of watery semen.
A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.
The conversation discusses the differences between KB solution and PG + Ethanol solution for RU58841 in treating hair loss. It compares the effectiveness and properties of these two solutions.
A 19-year-old transgender individual is experiencing worsening temple recession despite taking female hormones and 1.25mg finasteride. They are seeking advice on additional treatments to address hair loss.
The user discusses a galenic hair lotion containing progesterone, estradiol, cyproterone, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine pheniramine, which has effectively stopped their hair loss over two years. They are curious about the compatibility of finasteride with the lotion's components and note that their trichologist has successfully used minoxidil and finasteride in similar treatments for others.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pyrithione zinc and GT20029 for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user has been using Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo, which claims to have DHT blockers and promote hair growth. They've noticed potentially faster hair growth and some new hairs but are unsure if the product is effective or not.
The user experienced gynecomastia from finasteride, used raloxifene to treat it, and is now taking both without new gyno symptoms but also without hair regrowth. They are seeking others' experiences with this combination and its effects on hair.
Using finasteride and minoxidil for two months led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the temples, with minor side effects. Users discuss their experiences with these treatments, noting minimal sexual side effects and encouraging others to try them.
Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using RU58841, minoxidil, and microneedling during a high-dose steroid cycle. The user reported no side effects from RU58841 and plans to continue the regimen.
Pyrilutamide is being used effectively for hair loss with no side effects, and the user is seeking a cheaper bulk supplier. Users discuss the difficulty of finding affordable, trustworthy sources, with some suggesting potential suppliers.
The user has been experiencing hair loss and tried argan oil, castor oil, and tea tree oil without success. They are considering seeing a dermatologist for medication.