User shared 12-month hair growth progress using finasteride and dutasteride, with nizoral 3x per week. They experienced a finasteride shed but saw improvement after a year and offered advice for managing hair loss expectations.
Microneedling can cause infections if not done carefully; users suggest using alcohol swabs and reducing needle depth to avoid issues. Proper sanitation and gentle pressure are key to preventing bleeding and infection.
OP is seeking recommendations for thickening tonics and decides to try Aveda thickening tonic after a suggestion. Another user recommends hair powder as an alternative.
RU58841 is discussed as a treatment that stops scalp itching when used with finasteride or dutasteride. The user is considering trying RU58841 due to persistent itching despite using the "big 3" treatments.
The brain resists updating its perception of gradual appearance changes, like hair loss, due to its preference for stability and reliance on an internal model. This delay in perception can make changes feel sudden once the brain finally updates its model.
The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.
The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride daily for four months and is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth, as suggested by their barber. Another user suggests taking better photos to assess the crown area more clearly.
GT20029 is a new hair loss treatment in Phase 3 trials in China, using PROTAC technology to target androgen receptors, potentially with fewer side effects than finasteride and minoxidil. VDPHL01, a second-generation minoxidil, is also mentioned as potentially more effective.
A user's experience with the Big 3 (minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841) hair loss treatment along with dermarolling. The dermaroller pin was 1.5mm used once per week and drew some blood but not a lot.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users mentioning dutasteride (Dut) as effective and wishing for more accessible dosages. They also debate the components of the "big 3" treatments, which now include Dut, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, with finasteride and minoxidil being consistently mentioned.
A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.
A woman experiencing hair loss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.
A user thanks the group for sharing experiences, leading them to start finasteride, dermarolling, and castor oil, while using Nizoral and LLLT. They plan to reintroduce minoxidil later.
A 21-year-old experiencing aggressive hair shedding is considering treatments like Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) to slow or stop hair loss. Recommendations include using these treatments along with Nizoral Shampoo, hair vitamins, and a derma roller to maintain and potentially regrow hair.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
GT20029 and PP405 are discussed as potential alternatives or complements to finasteride for hair loss treatment. GT20029 is entering phase 3 trials, while PP405 is seen as promising for regrowing hair and possibly eliminating the need for other treatments.
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.
Nanoxidil, a minoxidil derivative, is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment. Users are curious about its effectiveness and side effects compared to minoxidil, with some noting it includes additional ingredients like caffeine.
Some users report minor hair regrowth using natural treatments like peppermint oil, dermarolling, and lifestyle changes, but results are limited. Others find more success with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral, while some remain skeptical of natural methods.
A user is excited to shave their head for a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia after seeing hair regrowth from using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and a derma roller. Others in the conversation offer prayers and discuss the religious aspects of shaving for the pilgrimage.
The user has been managing hair loss with microneedling, Nutrafol, topical finasteride/minoxidil foam, LLLT, and Nizoral, and plans to add oral minoxidil. They are seeing improvement and are cautious about using oral finasteride due to past gynecomastia concerns.
The conversation discusses using higher doses of minoxidil and finasteride, considering dutasteride, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 for hair preservation. The user reports no side effects after six months and is interested in advanced treatment combinations.
The user shared progress photos showing hair regrowth after using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, a derma roller, and Nizoral shampoo twice a week. Another user complimented the results and inquired about the dosage of oral minoxidil.
A woman who has been experiencing hair loss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.
The post discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, with the original poster seeking experiences of those who didn't see positive effects. A reply suggests that while microneedling doesn't guarantee hair regrowth, it increases the chances if done correctly.
A 35-year-old who has been using topical and oral Minoxidil and Finasteride with dermarolling and Nizoral for four months, experiencing improved hair health but not yet full coverage on the crown. Others have responded encouragingly to this progress.
Use a stamp or roller for microneedling; stamps are preferred to avoid hair pulling. Clean tools with alcohol to prevent infection, and replace stamps every 4-6 uses.
The user's hair appears to have improved, looking thicker and healthier, especially around the temples, after using topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and tretinoin. Most participants agree the last picture shows significant improvement, though one disagrees.