17-alpha-estradiol may work for hair loss by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase, similar to finasteride. It might lower testosterone in the scalp, reducing DHT conversion.
People who experience diffuse thinning of their hair and how they cope with going swimming. People discussed wearing a swimming cap, making jokes out of it and accepting that it's genetics.
Pyrilutamide from Ligand Chem was used by several individuals to address hair loss, with mixed results and no significant side effects reported. Some users switched to Minoxidil Max for better value, while others noted no hair growth or only a reduction in shedding.
Hair loss treatment with latanoprost, minoxidil, and biotin showed progress. Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, stimulates anagen phase and increases conversion of vellus hair to terminal hair.
The conversation discusses using pyrilutamide with finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user is concerned about potential side effects and mentions using 1 mg finasteride on alternate days and daily minoxidil.
Mixing finasteride pills with stemoxydine is not recommended due to potential solubility and safety issues. It's advised to consult a healthcare provider for professionally formulated topical finasteride products.
Capilia Longa is considered as an alternative to Minoxidil for beard growth, with some users reporting positive results. However, concerns exist about its effectiveness and high cost, especially for scalp use.
Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.
The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.
A user is considering using 70% isopropyl alcohol with glycerin as a carrier for topical finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about its safety compared to ethanol. They are unsure where to buy ethanol without toxic methanol.
Whether using both Fluridil and Alfatradiol together could be more effective than either one alone as a hair loss treatment, given their different mechanisms of action.
Exosomes are discussed as a new hair loss treatment, but skepticism is expressed about their effectiveness. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses using saw palmetto oil to reduce hair loss, with the user reporting decreased shedding but no regrowth yet. The user plans to try minoxidil and finasteride, noting previous success with minoxidil but concerns about its greasiness.
New hair loss treatments like GT20029, Clascoterone, and PP405 are being discussed, with concerns about how to apply multiple topicals alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include creating a routine, mixing treatments, or minimizing redundancy in treatment stacks.
A user discusses their doctor's recommendation of vitamins, biotin, collagen, shampoos, and 2.5mg minoxidil for hair loss. Replies suggest minoxidil is useful, and finasteride should be added for male pattern baldness.
Hair loss treatments discussed include alfatradiol, big 3, finasteride, RU58841, and stemoxydine. Alfatradiol is less effective but has fewer side effects, and mixing with stemoxydine may improve results.
Retinoids, like Retin-A and retinol, can be beneficial when used with minoxidil for hair loss. Retin-A is the strongest and requires a prescription, while retinol is over-the-counter.
A user is seeing good results with RU58841 for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and thicker hair. They plan to use pumpkin seed oil as a solvent to avoid water content, which they believe reduces the effectiveness of anti-androgens.
The user is concerned about high LH and estradiol levels after using finasteride but reports no side effects. They are seeking advice on whether these levels are concerning despite feeling fine.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
Winlevi is being considered for hair loss by someone who wants to avoid systemic hormonal changes. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as treatments.
The conversation is about finding a pure high molecular weight hyaluronic acid for the scalp after microneedling. A user suggests using a product from The Ordinary.
Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for hair loss. Concerns about AI-generated content accuracy and misinformation are raised.
Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hair growth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.
A user seeks a topical hair loss treatment without minoxidil, considering options like finasteride, dutasteride, caffeine, tretinoin, or prostaglandin analogues. Recommendations include products like Strut, Maximus, Zeuss, and custom formulas from compounding pharmacies.