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      community Microneedling at 1mm feels I'm hitting my skull

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.

      community 3mm microneedling with derma-stamp?

      in Microneedling 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses experimenting with microneedling for hair loss, with OP considering using a 3mm derma-stamp. Other users advise against going beyond 1.5mm to avoid damage.

      community GHK-Cu peptide injections - what is your experience?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      GHK-Cu peptide injections are discussed for hair growth, but users report mixed results and suggest focusing on DHT management first. Some users combine GHK-Cu with treatments like Minoxidil and Dutasteride, but emphasize its benefits for skin rather than hair.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community Mesotheraphy dutasteride worth it ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced side effects from various hair loss treatments, including finasteride and dutasteride, and is considering mesotherapy with dutasteride as a last resort. Another user tried mesotherapy for four months without significant change but experienced no side effects.

      community The Bad Ending: You Lose Finasteride

      in Satire  129 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses the effects of stopping finasteride for two years, with users joking about hair loss and embracing baldness. Treatments mentioned include finasteride.

      community The Solution for Topical Solutions

      in Product  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      Using roll-on bottles for applying minoxidil and RU58841 improves application efficiency and reduces product waste. Topical treatments are used continuously, except on microneedling days.

      community Reminder that dermastamps exist and are cheap

      in Microneedling  90 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling, comparing dermarollers and dermastamps as treatments for hair loss, and the effectiveness of each. Dermastamps are considered cheaper than dermapens, but users have varying opinions on which method is more effective with less pain.

      community Adding topical Min and dermastamping to oral Min/Fin?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin for hair recovery and is considering adding topical Minoxidil and dermastamping to improve results. It is suggested to use micro-needling once a week with a 24-hour gap before applying topical Minoxidil.

      community Do I enjoy microneedling too much?

      in Satire  26 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the use of microneedling, specifically with a derma stamp, for hair regrowth. Users discuss their experiences, pain levels, and the satisfaction of taking control over hair loss, with some mentioning the use of Minoxidil to enhance results.

      community Estradiol mesotherapy / idea feedback

      in Female  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using estradiol mesotherapy to replicate hormone replacement therapy results while minimizing systemic exposure. It also covers the use of Spironolactone cream, which reportedly has no systemic side effects, and the potential risks of using bicalutamide and Spironolactone in men.

      community Thoughts on Dutasteride mesotherapy

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy involves micro injections every 3 months to reduce side effects compared to regular finasteride. The discussion focuses on its effectiveness and safety for hair loss treatment.

      community Topical Dutasteride & Microneedling Works

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride, especially at higher concentrations, can be effective for hair loss when combined with microneedling to enhance absorption. Users discuss the side effects of finasteride and dutasteride, with some preferring topical treatments to avoid systemic side effects.

      community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

      community Why is 1 mg the go to prescription of finasteride when it’s only 2 procent points more effective than 0.2 mg?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 9 months ago
      1 mg of finasteride is commonly prescribed because it is more effective for a larger number of people compared to lower doses, despite only slightly reducing serum DHT more than 0.2 mg. Serum DHT and scalp DHT are different, and 1 mg is believed to reduce scalp DHT more effectively, contributing to better hair growth results.

      community Some among us are the chosen ones

      in Chat  122 upvotes 10 months ago
      Some individuals experience hair loss despite using treatments like 2.5 mg dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, suggesting sensitivity to DHT or other factors. Various treatments and lifestyle changes are discussed, but results vary, and some consider hair transplants or other solutions.

      community Journey against alopecia - Finasteride 3 month

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hair loss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.

      community Microneedling depth. Does one length fit all areas of the scalp? Maybe not.

      in Microneedling  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.