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      community Silk pillowcases are such a game changer

      in Chat  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silk pillowcases reduce hair breakage and shedding by causing less friction, making hair appear healthier. They don't prevent hair loss but improve hair condition and comfort.

      community Update and new paper from Dr tsuji

      in Update  27 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair follicle regenerative therapy is being developed, with clinical trials planned in Japan, potentially allowing for hair cloning and eliminating the need for treatments like finasteride. If successful, the treatment could be available in Japan by 2025, but widespread access and affordability may take longer.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community New Hair Loss Cure: AMP-303 Is Back. It’s what PP405 should have been.

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 week ago
      AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hair loss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.

      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

      in Chat  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community Insulins impact on androgen levels

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Controlling insulin levels through intermittent fasting and a low glycemic diet may improve hair quality by reducing androgens. It's important to maintain proper nutrition, including electrolytes and protein, during fasting.

      community DNA test result is incredible !

      in Technology  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personalized hair loss treatment plan based on DNA test results, recommending Minoxidil, Dutasteride, 17-alpha Estradiol, Cetirizine, and PRP sessions. The test identifies a high risk of hair loss due to DHT but a good response to Minoxidil, suggesting a tailored approach to treatment.

      community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.

      community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

      community there's some improvement here?

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, showing improvement after starting finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil 5%, and microneedling. They are curious about their degree of baldness and why their hair has thinned.

      community Silicon Valley backed company aims to cure hair loss

      in Technology  53 upvotes 4 years ago
      A Silicon Valley-backed company aims to cure hair loss. Exciting advancements include mRNA therapies, gene editing, hair cloning, AR degraders, anti-androgens, cell-based rejuvenation, and AI-based drug discovery, with hopes for FDA approval of GT20029 within 10 years.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community Updates on the Sulforaphane group?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss discussion involves experimenting with Sulforaphane from broccoli sprouts and possibly procyanidin b2. People seek updates on progress and if it's worth adding to treatment stack like microneedling.

      community Rethinking DHT and Hair Loss: Are We Targeting the Wrong Enemy?

      in Research/Science 10 months ago
      Blocking DHT is not a cure for hair loss; instead, altering how scalp follicles respond to DHT might be more effective. Current treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil are temporary solutions, and future approaches may involve gene therapy and bioengineering to change follicle behavior.

      community It's always the Mice that gets to grow back hair.

      in Research/Science  431 upvotes 5 months ago
      Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.

      community CRAZY HIGH? 1% Fin 0.3% GHK-CU topical perscription

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about using a high concentration of 1% topical finasteride for hairline balding, with some users suggesting starting with a lower dose. It also mentions the use of GHK-CU peptide and the importance of considering the formulation to avoid excessive absorption.

      community The difference that light can do in scalp pics

      in Satire  91 upvotes 10 months ago
      Lighting can significantly affect the perception of hair progress in photos. The user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements after switching from finasteride.

      community Given that I am a long time user on here and I’ve tried a lot of different hair routines, I will list my new one below and my backstory and I’ll keep you guys updated

      in Chat  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling to treat hair loss, with recent additions of oral dutasteride, GHK-Cu serum, and increased microneedling. They report visible thickening and new hair growth, expecting significant improvement by next June.

      community Any clinical study on cysteine alone for hair loss?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of clinical studies on cysteine alone for hair loss, with the original poster already using medications like Minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include trying 2ddr as a growth stimulant, though concerns about side effects like gas are mentioned.