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      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Treatments I’ve tried to date and what results I got

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Various hair loss treatments were tried, including coconut oil, dermarolling, finasteride, Zix, minoxidil, and RU58841. The most effective combination was RU58841 and minoxidil, which halted hair loss and thickened hair without significant side effects.

      community Researchers working on ways to regenerate lost hair from stem cells identified a recipe for normal hair regeneration in the lab. “A method for cyclical regeneration of hair follicles from hair follicle stem cells and will help make hair follicle regeneration therapy a reality in the near future.”

      in Research/Science  261 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants have side effects and limitations. There is hope for future advancements in stem cell therapy and hair follicle regeneration, though skepticism about their effectiveness and timeline persists.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

      in Update  104 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

      community young people, have you fully or almost fully reversed significant thinning with meds alone?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 20-year-old male experiencing significant hair loss started using finasteride and minoxidil, considering switching to dutasteride, and seeking encouragement from others who have seen improvements. Other users shared their experiences with similar treatments, noting improvements in hair coverage and stability, with some considering hair transplants as a future option.

      community Being non responsive on dut and min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.

      community Is this the 2026 Hairloss Nuclear Stack?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user discusses their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, which includes dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, various supplements, and lifestyle changes. The conversation includes opinions on the effectiveness and necessity of such a comprehensive approach, with some users suggesting alternatives like microneedling and questioning the high dosage of dutasteride.

      community Has anyone tried those aliexp product ?

      in Product 1 month ago
      The conversation is about exploring additional hair loss treatments, with suggestions including topical melatonin, caffeine-based shampoos, redensyl, copper-peptides, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, ketoconazole shampoo, and fluridil. Caution is advised against using products from AliExpress and Temu due to potential safety concerns.

      community GHK Cu - is this the next best solution for hairloss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 months ago
      GHK-Cu is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with claims of promoting hair growth and possibly reversing gray hair, though strong clinical evidence is limited. The user also mentions using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and microneedling.

      community M-29 Facing Hairloss and Thinning

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is starting a hair loss treatment with Minoxidil (5 mg oral and 10% topical), Dutasteride, and Zinc, and is concerned about the high dosages. Other users suggest following the dermatologist's advice, starting with topical treatments, and discussing dosage concerns with the doctor.

      community Alternatives/unorthodox hairloss protocols to the big three

      in Chat  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hair loss 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.

      community Why is no one talking about coffee and TE/hairloss?

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and its potential link to caffeine consumption, with the original poster experiencing increased shedding after consuming more coffee. They mention being a non-responder to finasteride and plan to reduce coffee intake, while others suggest various factors like stress, physical exertion, and medication changes could also contribute to hair loss.

      community Living a lie with hair fibers...

      in Shaved/buzzed  499 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person dealing with hair loss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

      in Chat  222 upvotes 4 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

      community Dutasteride has been nuking me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

      community Thoughts on the future of pp405?

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is considered a promising hair loss treatment, potentially replacing minoxidil but not finasteride. Users are hopeful for future treatments like GT20029 and VDPHL01, while remaining cautious about effectiveness and side effects.

      community 24M - Dut + Min not working. How cooked am I?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old is struggling with hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and considering a hair transplant. They are advised to continue medication, possibly increase dosages, and explore additional treatments like tretinoin and tacrolimus.

      community Insane shedding after upping minoxidil dose.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair loss after increasing their minoxidil dose to 5mg and is considering switching to dutasteride while on testosterone replacement therapy. They are also using finasteride, microneedling, and considering adding Nizoral and caffeine serum to their regimen.

      community Has anyone had good results with Prof. Marliani's therapy?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically progesterone therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, and the use of dutasteride and finasteride. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some users advocating for acceptance of balding if treatments are not suitable.