Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    390-420 / 1000+ results

      community HMI-115 question about potential earliest access

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody drug, is in phase 1 and 2 trials for different conditions, but its availability on the gray market is unlikely due to high production costs.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      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 Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.

      community If PP405 goes systemic this would be quite catastrophic

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.

      community Microneedling versus Platelet-Rich Plasma

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 8 months ago
      Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) are equally effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with no additional benefits from PRP over microneedling. Both treatments are safe and well-tolerated.

      community Scalp Exohealer with RF Microneedling

      in Microneedling  135 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about using RF microneedling with ExoHealer, along with finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair thickness and reduce shedding. The user reports noticeable improvements in scalp texture and oiliness, with plans to consider stem cell treatments in the future.
      Help me interpret my bloods

      community Help me interpret my bloods

      in General  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about high prolactin levels and low testosterone levels after stopping finasteride for three weeks. They are considering resuming finasteride but are worried it might further increase prolactin levels.

      community Before and after, 5 months of fun and microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride and microneedling, noting they stopped minoxidil recently to test finasteride alone. Another user observed good improvement and advised not to stop using minoxidil.

      community Has Anyone Gotten Results With TH16?

      in Product  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using TH16, a topical melatonin with resveratrol, and stemoxydine for hair maintenance, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects. The user is considering a low-dose topical finasteride despite sensitivity.

      community Figuring out my own experimental protocol

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      User tries dermapen for hair loss and plans to use non-mainstream topicals like c60, ghk-cu, and ptd-dbm with valproic acid. They also use a head massager and modified LLLT belt for additional treatment.

      community 12 months progress. Min Topical Fin Pyri MN

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 12-month progress using 0.5% Pyrilutamide once daily, 0.025% topical finasteride once daily, 5% Minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling 3 times a week. They reported good progress but noted a slowdown in recent months, hoping for thicker hair soon.

      community Question about finasteride, frontal hairline, testosterone

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced initial hair density improvement with finasteride, but later felt scalp pain and a plateau in results. They added alfatradiol for scalp inflammation and divi scalp serum to their routine, and are curious if others have similar experiences.

      community Putting antihistamine cream on scalp to fight inflammation and itchy scalp?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical antihistamine creams, like diphenhydramine, are being considered for scalp inflammation and itchiness as an adjunct to standard hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The user is cautious about oral antihistamines due to potential side effects and is exploring topical options.

      community Just got some test results back.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user received hormone test results showing normal estradiol and testosterone levels, low SHBG, and normal free androgen index. They are considering starting finasteride but are concerned due to being slightly overweight.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.
      M17 regrowth journal

      community M17 regrowth journal

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  144 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 17-year-old is addressing hair loss with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. They are considering adding GHK-Cu to their regimen, but others advise caution with finasteride due to age.

      community 3 months in, min/fin/microneedle

      in Progress Pictures  97 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress with using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to treat hair loss; another user mentioned a Japanese study that found better results for hairy individuals on finasteride.