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      community Coffee and androgenetic alopecia

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a claim that avoiding coffee can lead to significant hair regrowth in individuals with androgenetic alopecia. Participants are skeptical, with some sharing personal anecdotes that contradict the claim, and others discussing the potential role of caffeine in hair loss and the effectiveness of other treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community DIY PRP Scalp Injections - wish me luck!

      in Treatment  38 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with DIY PRP scalp injections for hair regrowth, using an EZ Injector and other at-home equipment. Another user reported success with at-home PRP treatments for 1.5 years, noting thicker hair and a stable hairline.

      community Chat are we gonna talk about john harper

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Some users believe John Harper's hair regrowth claims using dermarolling, coffee, and oils are misleading, while others defend his methods. The conversation highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil as proven solutions for hair loss.

      community Oral Minoxidil and Grapefruit Juice

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the potential dangers of taking oral minoxidil and grapefruit juice together. Some users express concern about dangerous drug interactions, while others argue that grapefruit juice may inhibit the metabolism of finasteride. The conclusion is that grapefruit juice may make finasteride less effective, but it won't affect minoxidil.

      community Which to pill to try. Advice please!

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The advice suggests continuing minoxidil and considering dutasteride or finasteride as DHT blockers, with a focus on managing potential shedding and side effects.

      community What to expect switching from 2% to 5% minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil 7 months ago
      A user switched from 2% to 5% minoxidil, alongside using finasteride and dermarolling, to address hair thinning and is curious about potential shedding. They have not experienced noticeable hair loss or shedding since starting the treatment.

      community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Research/Science  76 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.

      community Fin and Brain Fog

       5 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about brain fog potentially caused by finasteride use, with some users sharing personal experiences of cognitive issues and others suggesting it might be paranoia or unrelated. The original poster decides to stop using finasteride to see if their cognitive function improves.

      community Finasteride ruined my hair, and my life (so far)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user suspects finasteride worsened their hair loss despite no abnormal shedding and reduced hair fall initially. They are considering various options, including switching brands, trying topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, or waiting for new treatments.

      community M30 | Sharing my 15 month progress with ya'll!

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 15-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, increased protein intake, and derma rolling. They also improved their lifestyle by working out, quitting smoking, drinking less, and getting better sleep.

      community Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

      community Minoxidil hack PSA for you all

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from liquid to foam Minoxidil to avoid scalp irritation, with a method to melt the foam for easier application. Users discuss alternatives and personal experiences with Minoxidil, including issues with propylene glycol and different application methods.

      community Purchasing and Shipping Alpecin DMG to the United States.

      in Product  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.

      community Fighting Seb Derm + MPB - Winning

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.

      community 4 month minoxidil foam + 1MM dermarolling update.

      in Progress Pictures  528 upvotes 5 years ago
      User sshamu's progress pictures of 4 months using minoxidil foam and 1MM dermarolling for hair loss, which resulted in impressive results. There is also discussion about how often to use the treatments, as well as potential side effects of finasteride.