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      community Where to Buy Procyanidin B2? Legit source

      in Product  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding a legitimate source for Procyanidin B2 or Apple Extract with a clear percentage of Procyanidin B2 for making a topical solution. The user reports thicker and darker body hair after taking Oral Apple Polyphenols extract.

      community Using essential oils as well as minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation is about using a blend of coconut oil, peppermint oil, and rosemary oil with minoxidil for hair loss, and whether it's safe to apply this blend after microneedling.

      community How effective is a 7% MNX 0.1% FNS topical?

      in Product  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user discusses their rapidly receding hairline and a prescribed topical solution containing 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 3% biotinoyl tripeptide. The solution is a custom compound from their dermatologist, costing $50 for a one-month supply.

      community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience

      in Research/Science  114 upvotes 3 years ago
      Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community Is my topical Minoxidil solution optimal enough?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using a 5% minoxidil solution with low propylene glycol and 1 mg of oral finasteride daily but is still experiencing hair shedding, especially at the temples and front. They are concerned about absorption issues and considering adding tretinoin to improve results.

      community My DHT-blocking protocol, I'm exited!

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil extract, EGCG (green tea) extract, grape seed oil extract, rosemary oil extract, and Zix. The user plans to use these DHT-blockers and 5AR inhibitors for six months and report the results.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.

      community Best minoxidil formulation for best results?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses creating a customized minoxidil formulation with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and caffeine, but there are concerns about foam stabilization due to acidity. The user seeks advice on the best formulation for effective results.

      community My Current Stack: Every Studied Natural at Maximum Concentration

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen using high concentrations of natural ingredients: pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, rosemary and peppermint essential oils, and caffeine. The user also practices microneedling, scalp massage, and takes Nutrafol.

      community Alternatives to Minox for pet safety

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to minoxidil for beard growth, focusing on a product called Neofollics Beard Growth Serum, which claims to be effective without using minoxidil. Concerns are raised about its ingredients and effectiveness, especially considering pet safety.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community Is anyone on topical NMN 1% here?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user added 1% NMN to their 5% minoxidil mix for hair loss, which also includes melatonin, ginkgo, nettle root, and plans to add caffeine. They are asking if anyone has tried topical NMN for hair growth.

      community M34, diffuse thinning since 20ish. Few more months to go?

      in Is this regrowth?  104 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, genuine minoxidil, and dermastamping, noting significant improvement after switching from a fake minoxidil product. They advised others to verify the authenticity of minoxidil through a bleach test to avoid counterfeit products.

      community Switching between topical(10%) and oral(2.5mg)

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering switching between topical minoxidil (10%) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) to manage hair shedding around the temples, while also using a dermaroller and biotin. They are concerned about the potential side effects of oral minoxidil, such as hypertrichosis, and the impact on hair shedding if they stop using it.

      community Formula 82M?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Formula 82M, a minoxidil and retinol liquid, improved hair texture and filled in temples with baby hairs for the user, but its high cost and lack of reviews cause concern. Another user mentioned using a similar product, 82F, which has become less effective and expensive over time.

      community MSM Supplementation is helping my hairs

      in Update  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user reports that MSM supplementation has thickened their hair strands while using finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also take zinc, copper, B-complex, vitamin C, vitamin D3, and K2, and plan to add omega-3, magnesium, astaxanthin, and pterostilbene.

      community How am i suppoused to use RU58841?

      in Technology  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed 3g of RU58841 with Kirkland Minoxidil and noticed a gooey precipitate forming. They are seeking advice on what went wrong.

      community Never had better results than a few drops of minoxidil under the tongue. I've tried various combinations.

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user reports the best results for hairline regrowth using 3 drops of minoxidil under the tongue once daily, after trying various treatments including loniten, topical minoxidil with estrogen, dutasteride, and finasteride. Additional regimen includes occasional tretinoin, collagen peptides, crude oil massages, violet ray device, nizoral, and Listerine for scalp health.

      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 11 months ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.