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

      in Research/Science  431 upvotes 7 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 FOL005 claims it's better than Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      in Technology  184 upvotes 1 year ago
      FOL-005 claims to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride but lacks anti-DHT properties, leading to potential reduced efficacy over time. Concerns are raised about misleading marketing and the safety of alternative treatments like Pyrilutamide and Clascoterone.

      community Any good experiences with Alfatradiol ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community 18M 8 months progress 40mg daily dut stack

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.

      community Don't use PP405 from everychem. it is likely fake.

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.

      community 1% cetirizine (available in allergy medicines) for androgenetic alopecia

       52 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.

      community Topical finasteride in liposomal formulation

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.

      community cb-03-01 research chem (winlevi/clascoterone cream)

      in Technology  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.

      community Wuhan Hengheda Pharm WHP CB-03-01 Scam

       13 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced negative side effects and poor sleep after using an impure hair loss treatment 'CB' from Wuhan Hengheda Pharm, which did not offer a refund or proper customer service. The user had the product tested, confirming its impurity.

      community Ben Greenfield Podcast : CHK-Cu & C-60

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      CHK-Cu (copper peptide) and C-60 (branched carbon chain) are discussed as potentially more effective than minoxidil for hair regrowth. Some users are skeptical about the claim that DHT isn't the root cause of hair loss, and others are trying these products to see if they work.

      community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  140 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.

      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 11 months ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

      community antihistamine for scalp inflammation??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.

      community Questions about alfatradiol logistics

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.

      community Ru58841 20mg….making my own solution

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making a 20mg/ml RU58841 solution for hair loss treatment using ethanol and propylene glycol. The user receives advice on calculating the correct amount of RU58841 powder needed.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.
      M20 with Hair Loss - Clascoterone an Option?

      community M20 with Hair Loss - Clascoterone an Option?

      in Basic Questions  65 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering Clascoterone and Minoxidil as treatments, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about fertility and hormones. A suggestion was made to use Clascoterone for local DHT targeting and combine it with Minoxidil for maintenance and regrowth while avoiding systemic side effects.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Base for topical finasteride - without min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about creating a topical finasteride solution without minoxidil, using an alcohol-based base like ethanol. The discussion includes using finasteride in powder form and mentions adding ingredients like glycerol, salicylic acid, or castor oil.

      community 18 months finasteride. 26M, started at 24

      in Progress Pictures  189 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old has seen hair improvement after 18 months on finasteride, with no side effects, and is considering switching to dutasteride despite difficulty obtaining a prescription. They also use dermastamping and are hesitant to try minoxidil, preferring to explore dutasteride first.