User considers trying AAPE for hair restoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.
The conversation is about a hairloss regimen using Veta hair products, 2% keto shampoo, 1% zinc shampoo, and 0.05% retin-a topical. The user seeks natural alternatives due to adverse effects from finasteride.
A South Korean company, Therazyne, has developed a promising hairloss treatment using a WNT chain surrogate that binds to Frizzled 7, with human follicle testing expected soon. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are not seen as cures, and while optimism exists for future solutions like PP405, approval processes are lengthy.
Promising hairloss treatments in clinical trials include Pyrilutamide, GT20029, CB-03-01, and PP405, with potential market releases between 2027 and 2029. Hair cloning remains experimental and expensive, while existing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling continue to be used.
Different treatments for hairloss, such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Saw Palmetto and PRP; the risks of using certain treatments; taking a break from this subreddit to cope with anxiety about hairloss; and potential benefits of maintaining confidence despite hairloss.
A permanent hairloss solution could involve reprogramming hair follicles to resist DHT using mRNA and siRNA. However, high costs, safety concerns, and the pharmaceutical industry's preference for ongoing treatments over one-time cures are major obstacles, with finasteride and minoxidil remaining standard treatments.
The user is considering changing their hairloss treatment from topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride, with suggestions to add microneedling and possibly red light therapy. They are also exploring the addition of a caffeine and adenosine mix to their regimen.
Inconsistent minoxidil use led to hairloss, prompting a plan to resume consistent application with derma stamping, red light therapy, and DHT blockers like clascoterone or RU58841. The user avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to past side effects.
Dermatologists have differing opinions on hairloss treatments, with some using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, exosome therapy, PRP, and various other therapies. The user plans to use a topical solution of dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, PRP, and LLLT.
A 43-year-old male with advanced hairloss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.
A user is exploring VEGF gene therapy to enhance hair transplant results, considering measuring hair shaft diameter and growth rate. Suggestions include using phototrichograms and possibly adding PRP, though its effectiveness is uncertain.
Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hairloss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.
The conversation discusses a hairloss treatment regimen involving high doses of dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, with concerns about safety and potential side effects. Users advise against the excessive use of these medications, suggesting more moderate approaches and consulting a doctor.
Clascoterone 5% and PP405 are being discussed as potential future treatments for hairloss, with clascoterone nearing phase three completion and PP405 possibly taking a cosmetic route to market. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned as effective in slowing hairloss, but a complete cure remains elusive.
The user has been on a comprehensive hairloss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.
The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hairloss treatments, including RU58841, nandrolone, and dianabol, as well as theoretical approaches involving high doses of estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators. These methods are considered extreme and potentially harmful but are explored for those unable to tolerate traditional 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
The user shared a 10-month hairloss treatment update using finasteride, minoxidil, derma stamping, red light therapy, and keto shampoo, reporting improved styling ability but a stubborn frontal hairline. The user experienced lower libido as a side effect of finasteride.
Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hairloss or balding. Effective treatments for hairloss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.
Some users report encouraging results with laser caps for hairloss, while others see no improvement. Treatments mentioned include low-level laser therapy, Minoxidil, and finasteride.
A young man faces severe hairloss in his early 20s, using treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil with little success, impacting his self-esteem and relationships. He considers hair systems and therapy as potential solutions.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hairloss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hairloss to tailor treatment effectively.
The person experienced worsening hairloss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage, trying microneedling, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, and are advised to consult a trichologist.
The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hairloss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.
A user successfully regrew hair over 20 months using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with no significant side effects. They are satisfied with the results but may consider a hair transplant for more density.
Finasteride and minoxidil are discussed as hairloss treatments, with warnings about minoxidil's toxicity to cats. Suggestions include hair transplants, dutasteride, and humorous alternatives like red light therapy and rosemary oil.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hairloss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
The conversation is about using GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, for hairloss treatment. Users discuss their experiences, dosages, and additional benefits like improved skin and energy.
DHT causes hairloss by driving cells into senescence, and a polyphenol in black chokeberry may reverse this. A product using this theory is being considered for use alongside finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
The user started a consistent hairloss treatment routine in January, using finasteride, minoxidil, red light therapy, micro-needling, vitamins, and specific shampoos. They noticed potential progress after 11 weeks and plan to update in a few months.
A 21-year-old experiencing significant hairloss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.