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      community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community Pattern hair loss could be due to gut bacteria

       52 upvotes 6 years ago
      Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hair loss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hair loss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.

      community Brotzu lotion update

      in Update  89 upvotes 8 years ago
      A new hair loss lotion by Dr. Brotzu, expected to regrow up to 5 years of lost hair, is set to be released by Fidia Farmaceutici. It claims to work like minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, but skepticism exists due to its classification as a cosmetic product.

      community Before and after pics 3.5 months apart

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 3 Month Fin/Min + Microneedle update

      in Progress Pictures  657 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports significant hair regrowth after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, biotin, and vitamins. They apply minoxidil twice daily, dermaroll twice a week, and use Nizoral shampoo twice a week.

      community Ru58841 stops seb derm ( the itching)?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a treatment that stops scalp itching when used with finasteride or dutasteride. The user is considering trying RU58841 due to persistent itching despite using the "big 3" treatments.

      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  973 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Thoughts on new drug PP405? Already reached phase 2

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 is a new drug in Phase 2 trials for hair loss, generating cautious optimism among users. Some users are currently using finasteride and experiencing side effects, while others are skeptical about unapproved products being sold.

      community PROGRESS! 4 months on fin, 6 months on min

      in Update  120 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user reported hair regrowth after using 1 mg finasteride daily for 4 months, foam minoxidil twice daily for 6 months, and 5000 mcg biotin daily for 4 months. Commenters are impressed with the results and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing the progress.

      community isoflavones to combat gyno?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community Any sources on Geranium sibiricum extract?

      in Product 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and explores the potential of Geranium sibiricum extract as a safer alternative. It highlights the difficulty in finding this specific extract and suggests considering other plants with similar compounds, like Indian gooseberry.

      community waiting for hope DIY pp405 guy that will save us😡😡😔

      in Satire  38 upvotes 6 months ago
      People are discussing the potential of a new hair loss treatment, pp405, and its approval timeline, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about the time it will take for approval and availability, especially in Europe.

      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 Has anyone heard of “Hair bloom” hair filler?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses "Hair bloom" hair filler, which contains biotin, collagen, and various peptides, as a potential alternative to PRP or mesotherapy for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some suggesting it may be a cash grab or ineffective, while others believe it could complement topical minoxidil for early hair loss.

      community My Results (3 months on Finasteride)

      in Is this regrowth?  385 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shared positive hair regrowth results after using 1mg of oral Finasteride daily for three months, with no side effects reported. The user hopes to continue without adding Minoxidil, as Finasteride alone has been effective.

      community I might have found hair transplant bug guys

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 9 years ago
      Using finasteride before a hair transplant can prevent further hair loss and make the transplant look more natural. Patients should continue using finasteride until hair cloning becomes available.