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      community Creating Your Own Topicals: A Guide

      in Research/Science  67 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.

      community What is your opinion on HMI-115?

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that has been reported to produce significant regrowth in bald areas. It is the closest thing to a cure currently available and has raised hope that it could make hair transplants obsolete.

      community Roomate found my meds and made fun of me

      in Chat  351 upvotes 1 year ago
      A college student is embarrassed after their roommate found and mocked their hair loss medications, including Minoxidil and finasteride. The student is advised to report the privacy violation and consider finding a new roommate.

      community 2-Deoxy-D-Ribose official Product

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      2-Deoxy-D-Ribose is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but skepticism exists due to lack of human testing. The original poster uses a combination of topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, topical RU58841, and other treatments, reporting some hair regrowth but not significant results.

      community Feels like this seller is having a subtle dig lol

      in Satire  19 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It highlights a funny brand name found on Amazon related to derma stamps.

      community Pumpkin seed oil actually helps with hair loss (MPB) see study

       50 upvotes 7 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.

      community Workout supplement and hair loss

      in Product  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially leading to hair loss, but whey protein and BCAAs are generally considered safe for hair. Finasteride can mitigate creatine's effects on hair loss.

      community Pyrilutamide/KX-826 for women?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide/KX-826 is being considered as a potential treatment for female androgenetic alopecia (AGA), but its high cost and limited data on effectiveness are concerns. Kintor markets it for both men and women.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  192 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community Aevin hair creme, overwhelmingly positive feedback on website

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering trying Aevin hair creme, which contains ingredients like jojoba oil and saw palmetto, despite skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplants. They are wary of the product's legitimacy due to the lack of reviews outside the brand's website.

      community Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.
      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 Somebody has gotta try this- HMI-115 reference anti-body

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      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 Creating an all-in one topical. Dumb idea?

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      The user is considering combining finasteride and minoxidil tablets into a topical solution that already includes Garnier Fructis stemoxydine and CB0103. They are seeking advice on whether this combination is effective and safe.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

      in Female  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.