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      community Oral minoxidil vs massive dosage of topical absorption rate

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral minoxidil is generally more effective than topical minoxidil, despite higher side effect risks. Topical minoxidil can achieve higher bloodstream levels in some individuals, but effectiveness depends on conversion and scalp response.

      community Dutasteride for trans men? (Topical vs oral?)

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using dutasteride, both topical and oral, for hair loss in trans men, considering potential side effects like depression and libido issues. The user is exploring options including topical solutions with minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone, and plans to start microneedling.

      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 Progress at 5 months (dut/min/microneedling)

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), Microneedling, and RU58841, which resulted in positive results after 5 months. Another user commented on the faster growth at the front compared to the crown.

      community 7.5 Months on Min + Fin — Progress Pics + Questions (Crown, Temples, Folliculitis)

      in Is this regrowth?  76 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.

      community Oral minox + dut

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and mesotherapy dutasteride, showing impressive 6-month results. The user wishes these treatments were available in the U.S.

      community Excessive hair growth from Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil foam and oral finasteride resulted in significant hair regrowth, especially on the hairline, with no side effects from finasteride. The user applied Rogaine 5% for minoxidil.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community How deep do you microneedle and do you bleed?

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with the original poster experiencing pinpoint bleeding after using needles of 1.25mm and 0.5mm, possibly due to adding GHK-Cu to their treatment regimen. They are inquiring if others bleed at similar depths.

      community Hair partition and Minoxidil Application

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss and is using Morr F 5% Minoxidil, Finasteride Lipid Solution, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin tablets. They seek advice on the correct application method and hair partitioning.

      community 7 months of hairgrowth (Fin/Oral Min)

      in Progress Pictures  174 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 7 months using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, with initial lightheadedness as the only side effect. The user feels more confident and believes the minoxidil contributed most to the regrowth.

      community Six month topical min/fin check-in.

      in Is this regrowth?  270 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with increased hair density and thickness after six months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to continue the treatment and consider adding dermarolling for potentially better results.

      community What you look like 2 years after scalp micropigmentation

      in SMP  193 upvotes 3 years ago
      Scalp micropigmentation as a treatment for hair loss, and the importance of choosing a reputable practitioner to get a natural look. Different treatments such as laser removal were also discussed in relation to long-term maintenance.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.

      community M43. 9 months on fin+min oral. Hairline regrowing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  317 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 43-year-old experienced hairline regrowth after 9 months using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and vitamins. Users discussed the effectiveness and dosage of these treatments, with some expressing concerns about high doses and potential side effects.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       17 upvotes 7 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

      community Minoxidil 5% with 0.01% tretinoin

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil 5% combined with 0.01% tretinoin may be as effective as using minoxidil twice daily. Users discuss switching to oral minoxidil for consistency, with concerns about side effects.

      community Oral minoxidil - how important is dermastamping?

      in Microneedling 7 months ago
      A trans woman is using 10 mg oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and estradiol for hair regrowth and is also doing dermastamping despite the pain. Users discuss the benefits of dermastamping for serum absorption and hair follicle stimulation, with some expressing surprise at the high minoxidil dosage.