Use finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hairloss, with micro-needling as an additional option. Consider a hair transplant if unsatisfied, and avoid unproven treatments like RU58841.
A person improved hairloss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hairloss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.
The user shared their journey from hairloss at 17 to a full head of hair using topical finasteride, Saw Palmetto, a natural serum with stem cells and rosemary oil, dermarolling, and a specialized shampoo. They experienced side effects with Dutasteride and found success with their current routine without side effects.
The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hairloss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.
The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hairloss, with the original poster noting reduced scalp itching and oiliness after the first week. Users share experiences with different dosages and schedules, concerns about side effects, and the potential impact on prostate cancer detection.
OP is pausing hairloss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
The user shared progress on hairloss treatment using Nanoxidil, which initially caused scalp irritation. They are pleased with their progress since starting the treatment in March.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
The conversation discusses whether oily scalp and sebum can hinder the absorption of topical hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, even when using tretinoin. The user is skeptical about the effectiveness of these treatments due to their oily scalp condition.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
User shared 4 months of hairloss progress using finasteride and minoxidil, noting improved scalp health with the right shampoo. Encouragement from others includes success stories with similar treatments.
The conversation discusses complementary treatments for hairloss while using finasteride and minoxidil, including scalp massagers, scrubs, coconut oil, and vitamin supplements. The user seeks opinions on these additional treatments.
The user is experiencing scalp itching despite using finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis. They are unsure if the itch is due to their treatments, diet, or mental factors.
The conversation is about using Ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss, with users discussing leaving it on the scalp for longer periods. Some users report benefits for dandruff, but there's uncertainty about its effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
The individual is experiencing hair thinning primarily at the front/middle of their scalp and is seeking to identify the type of hairloss they have. They already use treatments like oral Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, Tretinoin gel, dermarolling, and various oils and shampoos.
The user changed their hairloss treatment in October/November, experienced increased shedding, and now sees no new hair growth, with a worsening condition and a possible bald spot. They also have severe seborrheic dermatitis, which may be affecting their scalp and hairloss.
The conversation discusses alternative hairloss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
Using 2% ketoconazole shampoo reduced hair shedding significantly, while 1% did not. The user wonders if hairloss was due to seborrheic dermatitis and if stopping workouts also affected this.
A 19-year-old male has been experiencing aggressive hairloss since age 15/16 and has tried various treatments including topical Minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, retinoic acid, stemoxydine, RU58841, and finasteride without success. He recently added oral Minoxidil but continues to experience significant hair thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride.
A user shared a 9-month hair recovery journey from androgenic alopecia using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and weekly dermarolling with a 1.5 mm roller. Some responders were skeptical about the authenticity of the results, while others confirmed the consistency of the user's appearance and supported the effectiveness of the treatment.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hairloss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hairloss isn't a family trait.
The conversation discusses hairloss linked to BDNF-increasing nootropics like Semax and Lions Mane. Suggested topical treatments include capsaicin, beta-glucan, and ginseng to counteract TGF-B activation.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hairloss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hairloss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hairloss.
User experienced positive results with CosmeRNA for hairloss after 1.5 weeks, including reduced scalp itchiness, less oiliness, and decreased shedding. They have not felt any side effects and are happy with the treatment so far.
User's hairloss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.
The efficacy of taking 1mg finasteride three times a week instead of daily for hairloss, with some users arguing that it is just as effective because finasteride has a long half-life in the scalp tissue and lower doses have been shown to be effective. Other users suggest experimenting with various treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride to achieve best results.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically comparing rosemary and Redensyl, with the original poster already using finasteride and minoxidil. Users also mention using topical melatonin, caffeine, geranium, rosemary oil, jojoba, coconut, and argan oil for hair and scalp care.
The conversation discusses GT20029 as a potential hairloss treatment that could act like a cure by targeting androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles. Specific treatments mentioned include GT20029, with a user expressing hope that it could make male pattern baldness obsolete.