Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.
The user has been using topical minoxidil for 4 months and finasteride for 3 months, along with supplements and micro-needling, and is considering red light therapy for hair growth. They are seeking advice and support, discussing the potential switch to oral minoxidil due to convenience and concerns about side effects.
A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.
Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using daily 5% minoxidil and weekly microneedling, and plans to add finasteride soon. They are considering the effectiveness of once-daily minoxidil and adjusting microneedling needle size.
A 45-year-old user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using a topical gel with 2.5% finasteride and 5% minoxidil once daily. The second picture shows significant improvement in hair growth.
Scalp massaging for hair loss hasn't shown significant changes yet, but the scalp is more flexible. Combining treatments like minoxidil, tretinoin, dutasteride, inversion, microneedling, and a good diet might enhance results.
A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.
The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss 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 hair loss isn't a family trait.
User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.
The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.
The user experienced hair loss due to undiagnosed anemia and has been taking iron and vitamin D3 supplements, which improved their energy levels but not hair regrowth. They are seeking advice on additional treatments or steps to restore hair after iron deficiency anemia.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after three months using topical minoxidil twice daily, 1mg finasteride every morning, and microneedling every 10 days. They reported no side effects and encouraged others to consider similar treatments.
A 35-year-old man had a 6400 graft hair transplant in Turkey after years of baldness, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and scalp micropigmentation. He is satisfied with the progress and plans further SMP touch-ups to enhance results.
The user's progress with their hair loss treatment of topical minoxidil and finasteride solution, as well as scalp massage; other users commenting on the results being impressive for someone of Asian background.
The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.
A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatments for hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil nightly, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling, with no side effects. Topical minoxidil and microneedling are recommended for similar results.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about absorption and considering adding tretinoin for better results. Microneedling is suggested as a method to improve absorption, with varying depths and frequencies recommended.
The conversation discusses whether stemoxydine needs to be used for life for hair loss treatment. One user suggests that stemoxydine does not require lifelong use and can make hair exit the resting phase faster, but the benefits may be temporary.
Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and a dermaroller. Users also talk about the benefits of using a stamp over a derma roller for scalp treatment.
Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.
The conversation suggests that a 22-year-old male may regrow his hair using dutasteride and minoxidil without needing a hair transplant, advising to continue treatment and assess progress after 1-2 years.
Microneedling with needle lengths of 1.5mm to 2.5mm to stimulate hair follicle stem cells for potential hair growth. 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's 15 month progress with finasteride and minoxidil treatments, which have produced great results. Microneedling depth and frequency were discussed in the replies.
A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.