PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. Users suggest adding oral dutasteride or finasteride for more effective results.
A 28-year-old man shared his experience with a 2990 graft FUE hair transplant at HDC Clinic in Cyprus, praising the professionalism and care received. He has been using topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Dermarolling, and recently started Finasteride and oral Minoxidil.
Hair loss discussion mentions ineffective treatments like Nutrafol and low-level laser therapy sold by transplant clinics. Trust in hair restoration doctors questioned due to promoting these treatments.
The conversation discusses using 1.5mm microneedling to improve responses to Minoxidil for hair loss. One user humorously suggests more aggressive microneedling.
A 22-year-old is struggling with worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. They are seeking advice on whether to continue microneedling, feeling hopeless as their treatments have not stabilized or improved their condition.
The conversation discusses various hair growth treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT, PRP, exosomes, latanoprost, copper peptides, and upcoming treatments like PP405 and Vdphl01. It also covers managing side effects of minoxidil, such as dry scalp, and mentions the use of dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss.
A user experienced significant hair density increase after 80 days using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling with a derma pen. They reported minimal side effects and attributed their success to being a hyper responder to the treatments.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Diamond Hair Clinic in Istanbul, performed by Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu, using the Sapphire FUE technique with 4500 grafts. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride, which helped slightly, and plan a follow-up surgery for further improvements.
The user saw hair improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, and a red light cap, noting better results after adding finasteride and stressing routine consistency.
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
A user shared their successful hair loss treatment using 1.25mg finasteride daily, 2.5mm microneedling every 1-3 weeks, zinc pyrithione shampoo, occasional scalp massages, and 40% glycolic acid on temples. They reported significant progress over 21 months.
A user shared progress pictures 1.5 months after a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are concerned about potential shock loss and the thinning appearance.
User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.
The conversation is about the progress of verteporfin in hair loss trials, with users expressing curiosity about its effectiveness and updates. Specific treatments mentioned include FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) combined with verteporfin, with one reported case of donor area regrowth after a year, and three patients being monitored post-treatment by Dr. Bloxham with monthly updates on YouTube.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using RU58841 with a 70% ethanol and 30% propylene glycol vehicle and is considering switching to a less irritating vehicle, such as 30% ethanol with 70% squalane or emu oil. They are seeking feedback on the effectiveness and irritation levels of these alternative carriers.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and laser therapy. Users emphasize the importance of consistency, patience, and individual response to treatments.
The user had a successful hair transplant with 4,000 grafts and uses 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil to maintain results. They report minimal side effects and are pleased with the outcome.
A user shared a 14-month hair loss treatment update using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, a 1.5mm derma roller, and Nizoral, with noticeable hair regrowth and no side effects. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of microneedling in combination with topical treatments, with many users agreeing it significantly enhances results.
The conversation discusses switching from a dermaroller to a dermastamp for microneedling, with recommendations on technique and frequency to avoid bleeding. The user also uses minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss treatment.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, Nizoral, and a derma stamp weekly for two months to treat hair loss. They are experiencing good results, with some skin flaking from microneedling.
A user is starting a microneedling regimen for hair loss, using Derminator 2, ketoconazole shampoo, castor oil, and multivitamins. They plan to provide monthly updates on their progress.
User sshamu's progress pictures of 4 months using minoxidil foam and 1MM dermarolling for hair loss, which resulted in impressive results. There is also discussion about how often to use the treatments, as well as potential side effects of finasteride.
The conversation is about whether stemoxydine can shorten the dormant phase after a hair transplant, known as the ugly duckling phase. There is skepticism about whether it actually works as claimed.
Using RU58841 and topical minoxidil together is fine and does not cancel out the benefits of each. Applying both treatments consecutively is acceptable.