Creatine generally does not affect hairloss, but some report increased shedding due to higher DHT levels. Many manage hairloss with dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.
A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hairloss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.
Finasteride, a hairloss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hairloss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hairloss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user, NickkSpirit, had a successful hair transplant with 1500 grafts. They recommend leading a healthy lifestyle and mention using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hairloss.
The conversation discusses a 2-month hairloss treatment regimen that includes a topical combination of finasteride and minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, a dermaroller, and biotin supplements. Progress pictures are shared to show the effects of the treatments.
The conversation is about hairloss and the possibility of maintaining a full head of hair while using anabolic steroids. Some users believe that having good hair genes and taking hairloss protocols can help prevent hairloss while on steroids.
The effects of hairloss on mental health, treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and microneedling red light therapy, and the realization that while treating hairloss can be beneficial, it does not solve all underlying insecurities.
The conversation discusses various factors affecting hairloss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hairloss.
A hair transplant performed by Dr Bruno Ferreira in Portugal, which has improved the user's appearance and self-confidence. The user also mentioned taking finasteride for 5 years to help with their hairloss.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hairloss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hairloss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hairloss.
PP405 and hair cloning are discussed as potential treatments for reversing hairloss from Norwood 7 to Norwood 1. Hair cloning is seen as a more permanent solution, while PP405's effectiveness and long-term effects remain uncertain.
The post discusses how using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss resulted in the user's hair changing from straight to wavy. The responses suggest this change indicates healthier, thicker hair and share similar experiences, while also expressing concerns about potential side effects of the treatments.
A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hairloss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.
A 17-year-old female is worried about hairloss, noticing thinning and bald spots. She plans to try burdock oil and castor oil, and if needed, Jamaican castor oil.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hairloss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Eugenix in India, noting the professionalism and natural results. They mentioned using 2815 grafts and discussed the clinic's controversial name, but did not mention using specific treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
Copper peptides are discussed as a potential treatment for hairloss, with various products and serums suggested, including those from Peptonix and The Ordinary. Some users express skepticism about the effectiveness and concentration of copper peptides in these products.
Dutasteride is reported by some users to worsen hairloss, while others believe it causes shedding before improvement. Finasteride and Minoxidil are also mentioned as treatments, with mixed results.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of New Nordic Hair Gro tablets for hairloss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
User tried Minoxidil and Finasteride for hairloss with no success and considers giving up. Others suggest continuing treatment, trying hair transplant, or embracing baldness.
A US federal judge ruled that using patients' stem cells for medical treatments is not under FDA jurisdiction, potentially speeding up development of stem cell-based hairloss therapies. Some users are optimistic about increased research and development, while others express skepticism about the ruling's impact on safety and efficacy standards.
After a hair transplant, the user noticed unexpected new hair growth without using medications or vitamins. Many advised starting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to maintain the results and prevent future hairloss.
A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing with hairloss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.
The conversation is about the difference in hairloss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hairloss. Hairloss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.
A user shared their positive experience with MoriTint, a Korean scalp micro pigmentation technique that enhances the appearance of hair density without being permanent. They now offer this service in Los Angeles and emphasize its benefits for those with thinning hair, while clarifying it is not suitable for those with significant hairloss or baldness.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in Turkey using the DHI and Sapphire FUE techniques, without taking finasteride or minoxidil post-surgery. They emphasized that transplanted hairs from the donor area are resistant to hairloss, but acknowledged that native hairs might still thin without medication.