A user wants to try melatonin for hair loss by mixing melatonin powder with a topical oil serum. They are asking if this mixture is possible and effective.
The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.
A user asked if they can crush caffeine and melatonin tablets to add to their minoxidil solution. Another user sarcastically suggested adding rat poison.
A user bought questionable RU58841 powder from AliExpress and seeks a way to test its composition in Europe. Another user suggests using Janoshik for testing.
Finasteride and Nizoral shampoo with Ketoconazole are used for hair loss treatment. Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) is recommended over Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) for more accurate DHT testing.
A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.
A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.
The user is trying Hair + Me's 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical, which has a different carrier and pleasant smell compared to traditional alcohol-based formulas. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness compared to classic formulas.
Applying Minoxidil takes users between 10 seconds to 20 minutes, with most finding quicker methods more efficient. Techniques vary from using foam, liquid, or spray, with some users recommending buzz cuts for easier application.
Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.
Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidil solution.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss. The user is happy with the progress and plans to continue with the treatment, without using finasteride.
A 30-year-old is seeking advice on hair loss treatment, currently using oral minoxidil, finasteride, mesotherapy, and a supplement. They are experiencing shedding and are anxious about the effectiveness of the treatment, asking if they should continue or consider other options like topicals or microneedling.
Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.
Microneedling is discussed as a favorable hair loss treatment, with no consensus on whether to glide or remove the device between areas. Scalp irritation varies by individual, and some users report no need for gel during the process.
The conversation discusses using a dermapen for microneedling to treat hair loss, with specific mention of using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, KX-826, and other topicals. The user experienced side effects like palpitations and itching after microneedling and applying these treatments.
RU58841 is more effective when mixed with isopropyl alcohol instead of minoxidil, as water in minoxidil degrades RU58841. Applying RU58841 separately from minoxidil, with an hour gap, enhances hair growth results.
The user plans to start hair loss treatment with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, considering oral minoxidil to avoid affecting their cat. They are concerned about potential shedding and the impact of vaping on hair loss.
The conversation is about a hair loss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.
The user plans to treat hair loss with topical minoxidil mixed with caffeine and melatonin, keto shampoo, and oral saw palmetto. They aim to stimulate hair growth, block DHT, and prolong the growth phase without using finasteride or dutasteride.
A user shared their one-month progress using Minoxidil and RU58841 for hair loss, noting significant shedding after micro-needling and seeking opinions on their regrowth. They stopped micro-needling and added RU58841 to their treatment.
The conversation is about using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss, along with a dermaroller, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and Nizoral shampoo. Users express optimism about the potential improvement in hair density.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.
The conversation discusses the correct method of microneedling for hair loss, questioning whether it should be done on areas with long hair without risking hair damage, and if it's necessary for improving blood flow to existing hair. No specific treatments were mentioned.
Oral minoxidil was ineffective for OP, causing hair loss and unwanted body hair, while topical minoxidil showed significant regrowth. OP is switching to topical minoxidil with glycerin due to scalp issues with propylene glycol.
A user seeks advice on mixing RU58841 serum using European ingredients, specifically struggling to find propylene glycol. They are looking for alternatives to American products commonly recommended in guides.
The user's experience with rosemary oil as a hair loss treatment and its effectiveness; they discuss other treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; there is also discussion of combining oils like peppermint oil, zix, and dermapen.
A 21-year-old male shares progress pictures showing improvement in hair growth using daily topical minoxidil 5%, microneedling 1.25mm, and 500mg of saw palmetto. He reports new and healthy hair growth, indicating success in managing androgenic alopecia.
The conversation is about whether stemoxydine can shorten the dormant phase after a hair transplant, known as the ugly duckling phase. There is skepticism about whether it actually works as claimed.