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      community Half year update on crown balding reversal

      in Is this regrowth?  36 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who started using finasteride to address crown balding, noticing reduced hair shedding and halted progression of male pattern baldness. The user also used a dermal stamp and expressed optimism about potential regrowth, despite a slight decrease in libido.

      community DHT itch, dandruff and sebum plugs.

      in Hair Systems  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on reducing scalp itching and dandruff using natural shampoos, witch hazel, and apple cider vinegar. The user also mentions using finasteride and observing potential regrowth, though it's difficult to confirm.

      community Combining daily microneedling and redlight is a game changer

      in Microneedling  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using daily microneedling at 0.25mm and red light therapy to enhance hair regrowth, especially when traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil become less effective. The combination is said to improve hair density and thickness, with red light therapy being more cosmetic, while microneedling is essential for challenging areas.

      community Update on my Derma Roller and Essential Oils Experiment.

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is experimenting with a hair loss treatment involving derma rolling and essential oils, avoiding expensive treatments and medications. They plan to shave their head, use a derma roller three times a week, apply Nizoral twice a week, and use a mix of Rosemary, Peppermint, and Jojoba Oil on non-rolling days.

      community I have a question for everyone about the new UCLA research

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about a new hair loss treatment called project K, which claims to replicate a chemical from UCLA research but is suspected to be a scam. The original poster plans to continue using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, along with microneedling, for hair regrowth.

      community Can this be salvaged with a second transplant?

      in Transplants  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering a second hair transplant after previous treatments with finasteride and minoxidil failed to stop hair loss. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, scalp micropigmentation, or shaving the head.

      community Wimpole Clinic 1850 grafts (23yo) Dr Malkani

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.

      community Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density - The Ordinary

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports positive results using a multi-peptide serum for hair density, combined with finasteride and melatonin, after stopping minoxidil. They experienced hair regrowth after previously losing hair despite using finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Pp405 phase 2a clinical results

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.

      community 4 month update Fin/Min/Dermatamp

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported gradual hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamins C and D3. They noted the use of a 1.25mm dermastamp and discussed sourcing finasteride in Canada.

      community What derma rollers/stamps/pens do you use?

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about adding dermarolling to a hair loss treatment routine. The user seeks recommendations for dermarollers, stamps, or pens, emphasizing the importance of quality and proper cleaning.

      community Is it safe to get keratin treatment on transplanted hair?

      in Transplants  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with frizzy transplanted hair is considering a keratin treatment after 10 months and is concerned about its safety and potential to accelerate hair loss or cause telogen effluvium. They are seeking advice on whether it is safe to proceed with the treatment.

      community Dermaroller vs dermastamp vs dermapen

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling is debated for hair loss treatment, with some users finding it beneficial for minoxidil absorption and others skeptical of its effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended, while tools like dermarollers, dermapens, and dermastamps are discussed for their pros and cons.

      community The road to recovering my mane

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to defective dutasteride and is now using a regimen including dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, and microneedling to recover hair density. They are optimistic about regaining their hair despite recent setbacks.

      community Follica Microneedling Protocol Patent Disclosed

      in Microneedling  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      Follica's preferred microneedling protocol for hair growth, which includes needle depth, frequency and movement parameters as well as the use of topical treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Topical min and dermarolling with seborrheic dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is managing hair loss with oral finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.

      community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

      in Chat  213 upvotes 11 months ago
      Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

      community Dutasteride is possibly BETTER for the brain than Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride may be better for the brain than Finasteride, potentially increasing dopamine levels and causing fewer side effects. For those switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride to prevent hair loss, it's recommended to continue Finasteride for 3-4 months while starting Dutasteride to avoid shedding due to Dutasteride's long half-life.

      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

      community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)

      in Research/Science  236 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.

      community 9 tough months after DHI/ FUE HT. Since on meds Topical Min 5% & Fin 0,0025%, Ket, Derma, Vitamins. Any improvements?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant in Turkey and has been using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.0025% finasteride, along with Ket 2% shampoo and derma rolling, to maintain hair status. They are uncertain about improvements, noting thicker non-transplanted hair, and are considering increasing medication frequency to enhance results.

      community What’s the go with verteporfin?

      in Technology  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using verteporfin for hair regrowth and minimizing scarring after hair transplants. Some individuals plan to self-administer verteporfin, potentially in combination with microneedling, as an alternative to hair transplants.