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      community Help labing up hair preservations

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making RU58841 solutions for hair loss treatment and sourcing ingredients for KB solutions. The user mentions using RU58841 powder from Shaanxi Greenyobiotech.

      community Any growth (been taking iron supplements)

      in Is this regrowth? 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on iron supplements for low ferritin levels and considering finasteride and minoxidil if thinning persists. There is debate over starting with finasteride versus dutasteride, with some users advocating for dutasteride due to its potency, while others caution about potential side effects.

      community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!

      in Progress Pictures  638 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.

      community Thinking about adding PRP - any real downsides?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.

      community 4 months progress - fin/min/keto/biotin

      in Minoxidil  901 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using a 4-in-1 topical treatment from Hims, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin, over four months. The user reported increased body and beard hair, skin changes, and no negative sexual side effects, while others noted the rapid and impressive results as atypical.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.

      community What do you do about hairloss where scalp feels tight? Losing Hope

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, iron and zinc supplements, derma rolling weekly, and Nizoral weekly for hair loss. Despite these treatments, he experiences tight, painful scalp areas with no progress and some hair loss.

      community Minoxidil Response Test - worth it?

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil for hair loss and the potential benefits of taking a Minoxidil Response Test to determine enzyme activity related to its effectiveness. Some users have considered or tried alternatives like oral minoxidil or tretinoin, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness.

      community PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.

      community Why do some have no change even on nuclear stacks ?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      Some people see significant hair regrowth using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others experience little to no improvement even with comprehensive treatment plans. Factors such as individual sensitivity to DHT may influence the effectiveness of these hair loss treatments.

      community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.

      community Recommend stemoxydine as an adjunct therapy

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, retinoid, and occasional microneedling for hair loss with good results. They recently added stemoxydine, which improved their hair further, and suggest trying it, especially in the EU where it's easily available.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.

      community Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, and other FGF-5 inhibitors?

      in Question  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract as a treatment for hair loss by inhibiting FGF-5. The user also mentions the product évolis, which is based on this extract but is only available in the US and Australia.

      community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

      community Back from the Dead? I guess so

      in Is this regrowth?  73 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a routine of topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling, and is considering adding a peptide product for increased hair density. Other users suggest maintaining the current routine, monitoring heart health due to oral minoxidil, and considering cost-effective alternatives.

      community 2.5% topical fin too high?

      in General  53 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses starting topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high dosages. It suggests starting with a lower concentration, like 0.1% or 0.3%, especially with liposomal versions.

      community Our Follicles, who art in hairven, hallowed be thy name; thy hairdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in hairven. Give us this day our daily regrowth. And forgive us our hat usage, as we forgive those who own hair against us. And lead us not into transplantation; but deliver us from balding

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old with accelerated hair loss due to stress and weight loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to combat balding, despite experiencing a significant initial hair shed. They are committed to continuing treatment for at least three months and are considering switching to topical finasteride if necessary.

      community Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community The Perfect Stack: The Best Dosage of Hair Loss Medications

      in Chat  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments with varying dosages of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling based on the level of hair loss aggressiveness. Specific regimens include 1.25MG finasteride 3-5 times per week, 2.5MG oral minoxidil daily, 0.5-1.5MM microneedling weekly, and 0.5MG dutasteride 1-2 times per week for more aggressive cases.

      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.