A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.
Apple core extract pills, believed to enhance hair density, are discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Users express cautious optimism and interest in trying the product, while acknowledging skepticism and the high cost.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
A user is seeking hair loss treatments without using systemic DHT blockers like finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include clascoterone (not FDA approved), pyrilutamide, RU58841, and low-dose topical finasteride, with a recommendation to consult a doctor.
The user shared progress pictures after a year of treating hair loss with 5% minoxidil, then a combination of minoxidil/finasteride topical, and microneedling at 1.5mm bi-weekly. They plan to switch to oral finasteride and more frequent microneedling at a shallower depth while continuing the current regimen.
Yunce Medical, a Chinese company, is developing hair multiplication technology similar to Stemson Therapeutics, with potential for quicker availability due to favorable regulations. Users express skepticism and hope for future advancements in hair loss treatments.
A user shared their 88-day progress using 1.25mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and weekly 1mm microneedling, noting improvement from NW 4.5 to around NW 3. Another user complimented the progress.
CB-03-01, also known as Breezula, is being considered as an alternative to DHT blockers for hair loss. Users are discussing its effectiveness, potential regrowth, side effects like scalp irritation, and hormonal impacts.
Microneedle pens for hair loss are harder to find on Amazon due to FDA regulations on needle length. Users suggest buying from AliExpress or Temu instead.
The conversation is about a hair loss product that claims to use stem cells and ingredients like Capixyl, Redensyl, and Baicapil, with the user asking if anyone has looked into it. No specific treatments were discussed.
A new hair loss treatment called TDM-105795 is discussed as a potential replacement or add-on to Minoxidil. Users express hope for new effective treatments.
A user in their early 20s is concerned about minor hair thinning and is considering a hair loss regimen involving PRP sessions, mesotherapy with dutasteride injections, and low-dose finasteride. They dislike minoxidil due to its greasiness and prefer a routine that is easy to maintain.
The conversation discusses using 1.5mm microneedling to improve responses to Minoxidil for hair loss. One user humorously suggests more aggressive microneedling.
Hair systems can be life-changing, providing a natural look and requiring maintenance every 7-14 days. They cost around $900-1000 annually and are generally comfortable and well-received by others.
A user shared their journey from balding to using a hair system, expressing satisfaction with the results despite the costs. They mentioned trying finasteride but stopped due to side effects, and now enjoy increased attention from women with the hair system.
The user is using Minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, WAY-316606, Ketoconazole, MK-677, and derma stamping to treat hair loss and has noticed new hair growth, especially around the temples and hairline. They apply different treatments at various times of the day and have seen improvements in skin condition and body hair texture.
The conversation jokes about hair loss treatments, mentioning finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil as if they were players in a game. Some users also discuss the use of finasteride for prostate issues and the possibility of splitting the dose.
The post discusses a user's 2-month progress in treating hair loss using topical Du once a week, microneedling, and red light therapy. The user notes that red light therapy is primarily for face and body inflammation but also applies it to the scalp.
Microneedling alone can stimulate hair growth and enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil. Combining microneedling with minoxidil is more effective than using minoxidil alone.
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.
Topical caffeine is considered ineffective for hair growth, with users favoring minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Some view it as a scam or only useful for non-responders to other treatments.
The user added microneedling to their routine of minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth after three months. They shared photos showing significant improvement.
Aminexil, nanoxidil, stemoxydine, and kopexil are discussed as alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with concerns about dependence. Minoxidil is noted for its effectiveness in transitioning hair growth phases, but dependence is mainly linked to androgenic alopecia.
Microneedling with finasteride, minoxidil, DMSO, and black seed oil shows mixed hair regrowth results. There are concerns about DMSO's safety and effectiveness.
The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole, and monthly microneedling. The user reports that microneedling and topical minoxidil had the most impact on their hairline.
CB-03-01 is a topical anti-androgen with low absorption, offering potential as a side-effect-free alternative to Finasteride/Dutasteride for hair loss. It's in stage 2 clinical trials for acne and showing promise for male pattern baldness.
The user applied 5% minoxidil twice daily and microneedled approximately 1.5 times a month. They noticed some progress in hair growth, though they were unsure if it was due to treatment or hair length.