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      community Huge hair shedding on Astaxanthin.

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Microneedling at .25 everyday before applying Min

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      Daily microneedling at 0.25mm before applying minoxidil is debated, with some suggesting weekly microneedling is safer and more effective. Concerns include potential skin damage and systemic absorption, while alternatives like tretinoin are considered safer for enhancing minoxidil absorption.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community TH07 by Triple Hair entering phase III trial

      in Research/Science 4 weeks ago
      A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.

      community HMI-115 question about potential earliest access

      in Research/Science  8 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 What’s the consensus on The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum is used alongside treatments like minoxidil, topical finasteride, and derma rolling, with some users reporting hair thickening and vellus hair regrowth. However, experiences vary, and some users are skeptical due to the lack of solid evidence and mixed efficacy reports.

      community Before and after 4 months minoxidl 6ml per week + microneedling (THE BEFORE IN IS THE RIGHT AND AFTER IN THE LEFT)

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 4 months of using minoxidil and microneedling, and has started taking finasteride. They are considering increasing minoxidil dosage if results are not satisfactory and are questioning whether their hair loss is genetic or self-induced from previous minoxidil use for beard growth.

      community Month 2.5 redo. Topical fin/min microneedling once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who initially had positive results with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss, but experienced side effects like fog and depression. After stopping and losing progress, they restarted with topical treatments and microneedling, reporting good results and no side effects.

      community 3.5 month update! (Fin, Min, Microneedling)

      in Progress Pictures  321 upvotes 3 years ago
      BackToTheFutehair's 3.5 month progress update on their hair loss treatment regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling which has led to a significant improvement in thickness and life to the hair. Others have provided encouragement and advice for future treatments.

      community Further prolactin research....

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      HMI 115 did not work as expected for hair regrowth in humans, unlike in macaque monkeys. There is anticipation for further research on prolactin's role in hair loss, with expectations that pharmaceutical companies will likely solve this before universities.

      community My 6 months progress with microneedling

      in Satire  342 upvotes 4 months ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil is helping users see hair growth progress. One user reported significant results after two months of using oral minoxidil and microneedling.

      community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend

      in Microneedling  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.

      community 1.5 years on dutasteride and on and off microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using dutasteride daily, microneedling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo, after stopping minoxidil due to side effects. They also use a mix of pumpkin seed, rosemary, and peppermint oil, and are considering RU58841 for more temple area thickness.

      community Latanoprost- an effective medication

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      Latanoprost is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, noted for its synergy with minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors, but concerns include its effectiveness on scalp hair, cost, and potential skin darkening. Some users express interest in trying latanoprost or bimatoprost despite limited real-world evidence.

      community 5 months progress post on topical min and fin

      in Is this regrowth?  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared a 5-month progress update on using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, with microneedling and vitamins. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and increased the treatment to twice daily after month 4.

      community questions regarding topical finasteride

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and risks of using topical finasteride for hair loss, with considerations about using DMSO as a vehicle for application. Concerns are raised about DMSO's safety, absorption issues, and the systemic effects of topical finasteride.

      community Topical Minoxidil Hyperresponder

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil helped regrow hair from NW3 to NW2 in 5 months despite initial shedding, with additional use of Vitamin D3/K2 on the scalp. Users discuss patience during shedding and the importance of continuing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Is this good Progress? Or even any?

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and darker hair using finasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and occasional dermarolling. They noticed significant progress, especially in hair density, and are considering increasing minoxidil use despite itchiness from wearing a hat.

      community 3 months later: topical min/fin + MN is working

      in Update  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeing positive results in hair growth using a combination of topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They also use a red light panel for collagen rebuilding and are happy with the progress.

      community Haircafe on why microneedling is bad for hair growth

      in Microneedling  157 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride shows significant hair regrowth, though opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users report substantial benefits, while others highlight the need for more research and consistency in application.