User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.
Increasing the sult1a1 enzyme on the scalp may improve response to topical minoxidil. The user suggests using a baking soda solution, DMSO, and tretinoin to enhance enzyme activity and minoxidil effectiveness.
Maneup GHK-Cu peptide was used for hair loss, resulting in some hair growth in the receded hairline, but the new hairs were dry and split easily. Users discussed their experiences with this treatment.
A user allergic to propylene glycol seeks alternatives for a DIY topical finasteride solution, considering glycerin or glycerol-based vehicles. Another user suggests a recipe using propanediol, DMSO, MCT oil, and peppermint oil, incorporating minoxidil, dutasteride, and finasteride.
PP405 is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with excitement about its promise but skepticism about its current effectiveness. Users mention combining it with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, but emphasize it is not a cure.
An 18-year-old shared a 5-month hair transformation using RU58841 and minoxidil, reporting no side effects and crediting most regrowth to minoxidil. Opinions on RU58841 are mixed, with some users and a YouTuber moving away from it due to side effects and lack of studies.
The conversation discusses using a combination of finasteride, spironolactone, minoxidil, retinol, azelaic acid, and caffeine for hair loss treatment. The user inquires about the limitations of these drugs and whether tretinoin would be more effective than retinol.
The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user shared a homemade hair loss treatment combining Minoxidil with caffeine, melatonin, biotin, and olive oil, claiming improved hair regrowth compared to Minoxidil alone. They provided their recipe and cautioned users to try it at their own risk.
The conversation is about whether the Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for hair density can be mixed with finasteride. A video was mentioned that shows the serum being mixed with Stemoxydine.
The user shared minimal results from using JXL-069 for hair loss, noting a slight lengthening of vellus hairs and plans to switch to a prodrug variant due to limited effectiveness. They also mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil, which have plateaued in results.
Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hair transplants or acceptance.
Shiseido's S-DSC Hair Multiplication Treatment in Japan is available to foreigners but is expensive and not very effective. Despite past disappointments, there is hope for future treatments with more options in development beyond Minoxidil and Finasteride.
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
The conversation humorously discusses inducing goosebumps to potentially reverse hair loss, with mentions of using cold therapy and muscle exercises. It also references other unconventional ideas like removing a testicle to lower DHT.
The conversation discusses a new product from Actifolic, which combines RU58841 and GHK-CU for hair loss treatment. The participants are considering whether it's worth trying.
GHK-Cu is being considered for hair growth, but users report mixed results. Some use it alongside other treatments like 5AR inhibitors, making it hard to determine its effectiveness.
Trioxidil's effectiveness is questioned, with users suggesting it might be a marketing gimmick. Alternatives like Lipogaine and MSM are discussed, with some users sharing positive experiences with combining treatments like minoxidil and nanoxidil.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.
RU58841 in glycerin may cause less irritation than in PG form, but its effectiveness might be reduced. Users discuss the potential trade-off between irritation and efficacy.
Tretinoin combined with minoxidil is effective for hair loss and can be used once daily. The user seeks a compounding pharmacy to mix these without finasteride.
The conversation discusses the potential role of prolactin in hair loss and mentions treatments like HMI115, mucuna pruriens, Zinc, and B6 P5P for lowering prolactin levels. It also touches on the use of natural compounds and the lack of studies due to funding issues.
Peptides like GHK-Cu are discussed for hair regrowth, with mixed results; some users report no regrowth, while others notice thicker hair. Topical application is common, and proper sourcing and mixing are emphasized.
Mixing topical finasteride with essengen f and stemoxydine creates 0.25mg dose in 2ml. Minoxidil max suggests mixing 8.5ml essengen f with 60ml solvent for 0.25mg dose in 1ml.
Some individuals do not respond to oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.
Whether using both Fluridil and Alfatradiol together could be more effective than either one alone as a hair loss treatment, given their different mechanisms of action.
PP405 shows promise in treating severe hair loss, with 31% of users experiencing over 20% hair density increase in four weeks, faster than minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the results' significance and long-term efficacy.