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      community About microneedling for hair.For AGA,Is dermastamp better?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old female with AGA due to PCOS is using 5% minoxidil foam and 2mg finasteride daily, and is seeking advice on microneedling frequency and safety. Concerns about finasteride dosage and its effects on PCOS were discussed, with emphasis on trusting the prescribed treatment plan.

      community Reminder that dermastamps exist and are cheap

      in Microneedling  90 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling, comparing dermarollers and dermastamps as treatments for hair loss, and the effectiveness of each. Dermastamps are considered cheaper than dermapens, but users have varying opinions on which method is more effective with less pain.
      M28 Oral Fin&Min 2 month progress

      community M28 Oral Fin&Min 2 month progress

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  48 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 28-year-old male started a hair loss treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, 1mg finasteride every other day, and a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. After two months, he believes he sees some progress.

      community 6 months progress, topical Fin/Min

      in Is this regrowth?  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hair growth as they let their hair grow out.

      community Pp405 - it has to work. It has to.

      in Research/Science  170 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hair transplants or acceptance.

      community Safe to dermastamp twice a day at low depth?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the safety of using a dermastamp at 0.25mm depth twice a day when applying Minoxidil. The user seeks confirmation on whether this practice is safe despite mixed opinions.

      community Pumpkin seed oil actually helps with hair loss (MPB) see study

       54 upvotes 7 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.

      community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

      in Chat  33 upvotes 3 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community Pelage are starting phase 3 for PP405 towards the end of 2026

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 is moving to late-stage trials, showing potential for hair regrowth, with 31% of male patients experiencing a 20% increase in hair density. Veradermics is developing an oral minoxidil version, and there is interest in combining treatments for better results.

      community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?

      in Question  9 upvotes 7 years ago
      PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.

      community P5P supplementation for fin sides.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.
      Norwood scale ? 28m

      community Norwood scale ? 28m

      in General  68 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 28-year-old is assessing their hair loss on the Norwood scale, considering adding topical minoxidil and dermastamping to their current regimen of oral finasteride and minoxidil. They feel their hair loss is worsening and seek opinions on their condition.

      community Does anyone know the chemical formula for pelage pp405?

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of public information on the chemical structure of PP405, a hair loss treatment, and the challenges of synthesizing it without a patent. It also explores a patent related to hydrogen-based topical formulations for reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 7 months ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community any news about DUPA (Diffuse unpatterned alopecia)?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

      community Apparently you can try PP405 right now!?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 10 months ago
      PP405 is likely a scam, with concerns about its legitimacy and safety, as it may cause unintended tissue growth. Users suggest sticking to known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community which is better ; minoxidil with more alcohol or more pg?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Minoxidil formulations with different alcohol and propylene glycol (pg) ratios. The user finds that a formulation with 20% pg and 80% ethanol dries faster but is concerned about absorption time.

      community Can HMI-115 reverse miniaturization?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that can reverse miniaturization and make individual hairs thicker, as evidenced by data from macaques given the treatment and one subject in the phase I trial.