Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are used for hair loss with mixed results. Some users report new growth, while others suggest scalp inflammation may be an issue.
Microneedling with needle lengths of 1.5mm to 2.5mm to stimulate hair follicle stem cells for potential hairgrowth. Using needles longer than 2.5mm is not recommended due to risk of puncturing veins in the scalp. A dermastamp is suggested over a roller.
A user used oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, seeing new hairgrowth under a microscope but no visible change. Commenters debated if the growth was real hair or fibers, and the user will update every 90 days.
A user experimented with applying hot water to their scalp to potentially stimulate hairgrowth, noting reduced dandruff but uncertain hair loss results. They started this method due to side effects from minoxidil and are considering taking a break to observe changes.
The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topical minoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hairgrowth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topical minoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.
The conversation is about someone experiencing a lot of bleeding from using a 1.0mm microneedling device for hair loss treatment and asking if it's normal. Various users suggest that the bleeding is excessive and recommend using shorter needles or less pressure, while others share their own microneedling practices with different needle lengths and no bleeding.
The conversation discusses using red light therapy as a complementary treatment for hair loss alongside finasteride, minoxidil, and other supplements. It suggests investing in reputable, albeit expensive, red light devices for effectiveness and mentions the potential benefits of scalp massage.
Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.
There is no imminent cure for hair loss, but treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and new drugs such as KX-826, GT-20029, and PP405 are being explored. Current solutions focus on slowing hair loss and stimulating growth, with hopes for better options in the future.
Microneedling, combined with finasteride and minoxidil, appears to enhance hairgrowth, with users reporting noticeable improvements. The process involves using a 0.5mm derma roller, which some believe increases blood flow and stimulates hair follicles.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hairgrowth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.
The conversation discusses using Botox to treat male pattern baldness, suggesting it may promote hairgrowth by increasing scalp blood flow and oxygen, reducing dihydrotestosterone levels. The user wonders why this treatment is not widely discussed or if it has been discredited.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is debated for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting it should be combined with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for effectiveness. Many users express skepticism about LLLT's efficacy and cost, emphasizing the need for the correct wavelength and quality devices.
A user shared their positive experience with the Omnilux Red Light mask for skin and potential hair benefits, while also using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend the mask for those interested in skincare and red light therapy, despite being unsure of its effectiveness for hairgrowth.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% twice daily, micro-needling, topical finasteride every other day, and various supplements for 3 months to treat hair loss and has seen positive results. They also mentioned using hairgrowth tablets, biotin, zinc, and vitamins B and D, but not consistently.
Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hairgrowth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.
A user shared their positive experience with a 4-in-1 topical solution containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin, along with weekly microneedling using a 1.2mm dermastamp. The user reported no noticeable side effects and mentioned that the biotin likely doesn't contribute to hairgrowth.
A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hairgrowth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hairgrowth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.
Dutasteride and high-dose Minoxidil are the primary treatments maintaining hair, with additional supplements and therapies like red light offering minimal extra benefit. The discussion criticizes promoting expensive hair care products when basic medications are doing most of the work.
Hair loss treatments include topical and oral minoxidil, low-level laser light therapy, and peptide serums. Bryan Johnson avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to potential side effects, focusing instead on his own protocol with these treatments.
Hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride 0.5mg daily, finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% 2x daily, dermarolling, low-level light therapy (LLLT), ketokonazole shampoo, and diet optimization; discussing their effectiveness and side effects.
User on Finasteride and Minoxidil saw minimal regrowth, tried micro needling with derma pen and noticed thin hair regrowth. Asks if micro needling hair gets thicker eventually.
Microneedling combined with hair oils like bhringraj or coconut oil is discussed, but users report limited success against hair loss. Finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned as effective treatments, with one user noting significant improvement after adding finasteride to their routine.
A user shared their personal theory on hair loss, suggesting it's caused by reduced blood flow and scalp calcification rather than DHT, and claimed to have stopped their hair loss by massaging the scalp, using acid peels, and applying oils and copper peptides. They have not noticed further hair loss for six years since starting this routine.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.
The user experienced initial hair improvement with dutasteride and minoxidil but saw worsening at seven months, likely due to shedding. The consensus is to continue treatment, as shedding is common and improvement may take up to a year.
The conversation is about a hair loss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.