community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia
Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity Prolactin's role in antitumor activity of the immune system - a safety concern for HMI-115?
Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Prolactin's role in immune system's antitumor activity raises safety concerns for HMI-115.
community Adding the final piece to my fin/min/derma stamp routine
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for 3 months with significant improvement. They are now adding ketoconazole to their routine.
community Stimulating existing stem cells to grow hair.
Hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell injections, are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to Minoxidil and finasteride. Derma stamping is mentioned as effective when used with Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?
The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.
community Microstamp guide?
Microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about cost and conflicting information on protocols. The user is unsure about purchasing and reusing microneedling stampers.
community PP405 - hair stem cell stimulation
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?
The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.
community 13 months progress finasteride + microneedling
User shared 13 months of progress using finasteride, microneedling, vitamins, and scalp care, and recently started stemoxydine. The post includes before and after photos.
community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment
Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.
community Am I microneedling right (only slight redness)?
Microneedling for hair regrowth, using a 1.0 dermastamp, is discussed with a focus on achieving slight redness without bleeding. Minoxidil is mentioned as an effective treatment when used after dermastamping.
community 13 WEEKS MICRONEEDLING MONOTHERAPY
A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.
community Somebody has gotta try this- HMI-115 reference anti-body
The potential of using a specific antibody, HMI-115, as a treatment for hair loss alongside traditional treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride. The user suggests trying either a 240 mg or 30 mg dose to see if it works.
community Is it possible to transplant mice skin into human body?
Transplanting mice skin to humans is not feasible due to immune rejection, but some suggest genetic modification or immune suppression could make it possible. Xenograft hair transplants are discouraged.
community 11 months Fin and 4 months microneedling
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.
community How many times should I be I be making contact with an area with a Derma stamp
Using a Derma stamp with 3-4 contacts per area in multiple directions is effective for hair growth. A 1.5 mm needle with a week's rest between sessions is recommended for optimal healing and results.
community Me When The Surgeon Starts Injecting Verteporfin Into My Scalp After Committing Genocide On My Donor Area
Exploring the potential of using Verteporfin to grow follicles in combination with microneedling, as well as the cost of administering a single injection and the possibility of combining it with minoxidil.
community Do you recommend this derma stamp system
The conversation is about the preference for using a derma stamp over a derma roller for hair loss treatment, with users discussing its efficiency, needle material, replacement frequency, and personal experiences. Specific treatments mentioned include microneedling with a derma stamp.
community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend
A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.
community Question about microneedling, specifically dermastamp
Microneedling for hair loss, specifically using a dermastamp. The discussion includes using minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
community Found a Pharmacy that will mix me 0.1 % Alfatradiol (Pantostin)
The user is currently using 0.025% Pantostin but plans to switch to 0.1% Alfatradiol. They will also use high-dose Kx826, high-dose Minoxidil, and aggressive microneedling for hair regrowth.
community Added micro needling to my routine (currently using topical fin and topical Min)
The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for two years with decent regrowth and recently added microneedling to their routine. They are questioning if the small hairs observed are new regrowth from microneedling or just vellus or miniaturized hairs.
community microneedling and tretinoin efficiency
Microneedling combined with tretinoin is discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as potential treatments.
community How to make topical fin with stemoxydine
The conversation is about making topical finasteride with stemoxydine, including questions on dosages, bulk preparation, and storage.
community Hair repigmentation of poliosis circumscripta in androgenetic alopecia patient treated with exosomes and fractional picosecond laser
Exosomes combined with fractional picosecond laser treatment were effective in treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting repigmentation in white hair patches. The role of exosomes in hair repigmentation, particularly in conditions like poliosis, is not well-studied.
community Progress finally (?) 4 months left & right temple
The user has been using finasteride for two years without results and recently started a new routine involving derma stamping, retinol, and minoxidil, which seems to show progress. The user microneedles about half the week and uses L’Oréal night serum for retinol.
community For those of you that use a microneedle roller, what is the pattern you use and how many passes?
Microneedling for hair loss, with users recommending a derma stamp over a roller to avoid scalp damage. Cleaning the derma stamp with rubbing alcohol is suggested for maintenance.
community Microneedling with liposomal minoxidil
Microneedling may enhance the effectiveness of liposomal minoxidil for hair loss. The user is also using tretinoin.
community What type of microneedling device should I use?
Use a stamp or roller for microneedling; stamps are preferred to avoid hair pulling. Clean tools with alcohol to prevent infection, and replace stamps every 4-6 uses.
community Still in experimentation, but an interesting discovery.
Scientists found hidden stem cells that might reactivate hair growth. The discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.