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      community Personal experience with Procyanidin B2

      in Product  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      Personal experience with Procyanidin B2 shows it's ineffective for hair loss. Viviscal Pro supplement tablets, containing Procyanidin B2, didn't help after 8 months of use.

      community If you cannot tolerate fin, are natural oil even worth it

      in Product  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, but natural oils like pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto are not proven to be effective. Topical finasteride may be an option for those who cannot tolerate oral finasteride.

      community Anti inflammatories as an adjunct treatment

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Anti-inflammatories like curcumin, quercetin, and vitamin E may help with hair loss when used alongside treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Ketoconazole is also noted for reducing scalp inflammation and improving scalp health.
      Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      in Minoxidil  146 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.

      community Just wanted to provide a little reassurance

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair loss treatment regimen including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Nizoral, microneedling, and supplements, reporting no side effects and some hair regrowth. They encouraged others not to fear these treatments, as they are generally safe.

      community Questions about DUPA and figuring out what my hairloss is (NEED INPUT BADLY)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).

      community What to do about High E2 levels on Finasteride?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.

      community Looking for topical treatment recommendations

      in Product  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses sourcing topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with mentions of Dr. Mwamba's products and Farmacia Prati as potential suppliers. Additional treatments like topical tocotrienols and botox are suggested as extensions to the regimen.

      community Any validity to this product being sold by a social media influencer?

      in Product 11 months ago
      The conversation is about skepticism towards a hair growth oil promoted by a social media influencer, with users suggesting it is ineffective without proven treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplants. The product contains various oils and extracts, but users doubt its effectiveness.

      community Polydopamine Synergizes with Quercetin Nanosystem to Reshape the Perifollicular Microenvironment for Accelerating Hair Regrowth in Androgenetic Alopecia.

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.

      community Considering quitting vegetarianism (telogen effluvium)

      in Female  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      A vegetarian with IBS is considering reintroducing fish to improve gut and hair health due to protein concerns. Suggestions include adding tofu, avoiding vegan protein shakes, and considering a more carb/fat dominant diet.

      community 27M - look 2 months on Oral 3-in-1 - 1.1mg fin+5g min+ 1mg biotin

      in Progress Pictures  1397 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using a daily oral 3-in-1 pill containing 1.1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg biotin from LockLab, with no side effects reported. The user also uses a derma-stamp twice a week to promote blood flow and stimulate growth.

      community Ginsenoside enriched formulation

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      Panax ginseng, specifically a ginsenoside-enriched formulation, is suggested as a potential hair growth treatment alongside finasteride and minoxidil. The user is considering trying panax ginseng despite limited availability and evidence.

      community Collagen peptides(powder) i highly recommend

      in Product  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Collagen peptides are recommended for hair and skin benefits, with users noting improvements in hair and skin health. However, evidence on their effectiveness for hair growth is inconclusive.

      community This is all I’ll use to beat the Norwood reaper

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including 5% minoxidil, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, tretinoin cream, derma stamping, derma rolling, scalp massagers, and a mix of vitamins and minerals. The user also considers using maca and adapalene, with advice on potential scalp irritation and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Fin/Min chewable 90 days progress

      in Update  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 90-day progress using chewable finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins for hair loss. They experienced initial shedding, followed by regrowth of baby hairs, and now have more hair than before starting treatment.

      community Is adding RCP(redensyl, capixyl, procapil) over min+fin make sense?

      in Technology  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of adding RCP (redensyl, capixyl, procapil) to a hair loss treatment regimen that includes minoxidil and finasteride. Users share experiences, suggesting RCP may not be as effective as minoxidil, but could be useful for creating topical solutions.

      community 6 month Transformation Oral Fin only 20m

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.

      community Anyone hear of Ursolic Acid?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Ursolic acid, found in apple peels, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender, may have anti-androgen effects similar to finasteride. It might be beneficial for hair health when used with other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.