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      community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?

      in Chat  211 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.

      community Galenic lotion. Science behind the components

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is considering a hair loss treatment lotion containing minoxidil, adenosine, caffeine, melatonin, and azelaic acid, questioning the interaction between caffeine and adenosine receptors. Another user suggests adding a topical anti-DHT ingredient like spironolactone, noting it should not be taken orally by men.

      community Which Pyrilutamide has worked the best for you ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is currently using Minoxidil with melatonin, rosemary, peppermint, azelaic acid, and RU58841 for hair loss and plans to add fluridil and Pyrilutamide. They seek advice on the best Pyrilutamide source, noting Actifolic worked briefly.

      community 16M topical min Kirkland 5% 2*1 ml ED, saved from dead

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, detailing their use of Kirkland Minoxidil 5%, finasteride, dutasteride, and weekly dermarolling. They experienced initial success with minoxidil but faced setbacks with oral minoxidil and are now back on topical treatments.

      community What kind of tretinoin should i get?

      in Product  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      Start with 0.025% tretinoin to enhance minoxidil effectiveness, gradually increasing to 0.05% to avoid scalp irritation. Users experienced redness, inflammation, and dandruff when introducing tretinoin too quickly.

      community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.

      community 1.5 years on dutasteride and on and off microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  60 upvotes 1 year 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 Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.

      community What are the holes in this treatment with dut

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering a hair loss treatment plan involving oral dutasteride (2.5 mg), oral minoxidil (2.5-10 mg), topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil, with additional options like ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling. They are seeking advice on whether to start with finasteride or dutasteride, the potential side effects, and the effectiveness of their approach, with a plan to evaluate results after 3-4 months.

      community TH07 - A New Novel Topical Treatment for Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Triple Hair Inc. developed a new topical treatment, TH07, combining Finasteride, Latanoprost, and Minoxidil for androgenic alopecia. Users discussed its effectiveness compared to other treatments and shared their own product combinations.

      community What's better:Min2x a day or min + tret 1x a day?????

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male with early stage 4 hair loss is using a treatment routine that includes minoxidil 5% with tretinoin once daily, finasteride 1mg every other day, 2.5mg oral minoxidil every other day, and derma rolling twice a week. The discussion is about whether using minoxidil twice a day is better than combining it with tretinoin once a day.

      community Kintor’s GT20029 Phase 1 success

      in Update  74 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor's GT20029, a treatment for hair loss, has completed Phase 1 successfully, showing promise as an androgen receptor degrader that could potentially regrow hair. It is considered more effective than Pyrilutamide, with infrequent dosing and minimal systemic absorption.

      community 3 month update, topical Min/Fin

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 11 years, added microneedling, and recently started using a topical combination of minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, noticing some hair regrowth after three months. They experienced minor side effects when switching finasteride concentrations and plan to continue the treatment, possibly adding oral finasteride or dutasteride if significant progress is seen after a year.

      community M21. Topical Fin + Min 5 weeks progress. Is there any hope?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 21-year-old is using a topical solution with minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, along with supplements and specific shampoos, and is considering switching to oral treatments if no progress is seen in a few months. They are concerned about diffuse thinning and potential future hair transplants, and are exploring additional treatments like microneedling and tretinoin.

      community How does one use topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using melatonin for hair loss treatment, questioning whether to mix oral melatonin with minoxidil or to apply a melatonin tincture directly to the scalp.
      How to use topical fin and user experiences with it

      community How to use topical fin and user experiences with it

      in General  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with microneedling, are recommended for treating thinning hair areas, with 1-2 sprays daily being effective and having fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Starting microneedling at 1.0mm is advised for effectiveness while minimizing invasiveness.

      community Combining topicals together or use them separately

      in Chat  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      Combining Minoxidil with Finasteride or RU58841 may cause interference, irritation, or reduced absorption. It might be better to apply one topical at a time and wait an hour before applying another.

      community Method for creating 0.01% duta topical solution, will this work?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.

      community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.