Natural vitamins like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and ecklonia cava are discussed for their potential to lower DHT levels. They may work similarly to finasteride but are significantly weaker.
A 27-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Pilexil shampoo to combat hair loss, with plans to add Nizoral shampoo and light stimulation. Initial results show reduced hair loss and some hair thickening, despite a period of shedding.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Managing seborrheic dermatitis using ketoconazole shampoo, Nizoral, and oils like MCT and coconut oil. The user considers shaving their head and consulting a dermatologist.
Piroctone Olamine at 1% is recommended for reducing scalp inflammation and encouraging hair growth. The user seeks recommendations for UK shampoos/conditioners containing this ingredient.
The conversation is about obtaining a finasteride prescription through Lemon Aid Health. The user is exploring the process and alternatives for getting the prescription sent to a pharmacy.
Microneedling is supported by research as an effective adjuvant treatment for hair loss, especially when combined with Minoxidil or Finasteride, with minimal side effects if done properly. Concerns about long-term safety and potential risks like infection or fibrosis remain, but many users report positive results.
The user uses rosemary oil, finasteride, ketoconazole, Minoxidil, and Anagenics RU58841 for hair loss treatment. They hope rosemary oil will improve scalp health.
Celery juice is discussed as a potential treatment for crown balding, with skepticism from users. The conversation highlights differences between alopecia areata and male pattern baldness.
The user is considering switching from pyrilutamide to 0.025% topical finasteride due to concerns about effectiveness and past side effects from a scalp elixir. They aim to maintain hair until new treatments like breezula or GT00029 become available.
The post discusses using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, along with spearmint capsules, pueraria mirifica, saw palmetto, biotin, and vitamins. The user is also considering microdosing finasteride with trans treatment and mentions the potential of herbal enemas and hair systems.
Late 20s woman struggles with worsening hair loss and tried various treatments without success. Now trying spironolactone and ketokonazole shampoo, hoping for improvement.
Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.
The user mixed Pyrilutamide with a KB solution and noticed some undissolved powder, questioning if more shaking or liquid is needed. They use Pyrilutamide from Anagenic.
Finasteride and Nizoral shampoo with Ketoconazole are used for hair loss treatment. Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) is recommended over Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) for more accurate DHT testing.
The conversation discusses the potential effects of spearmint on acne and male pattern baldness (MPB). Concerns are raised about spearmint's androgen-suppressing effects and its suitability for men.
Anageninc stopping the sale of Pyrilutamide due to a cease and desist order from Kintor, with some speculating that it was either a hoax or subpar product.
User experienced hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. They face a dilemma between continuing treatments for hair regrowth and having a therapy cat, as Minoxidil is toxic to cats.
A 36-year-old is concerned about early hairline recession despite no family history of hair loss. They are considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but are worried about potential side effects and are seeking natural alternatives.
A 24-year-old male with aggressive androgenetic alopecia is using 1mg finasteride daily and considering a treatment stack including 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and RU58841. He seeks advice on the safety and effectiveness of these treatments and whether any adjustments are needed.
Considering alternative treatments to hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and exosome therapy, instead of using medications like minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride.
The conversation is about the safety of using a product with azelaic acid and other ingredients on a receding scalp for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.
Minoxidil is extremely toxic to cats, even from residue on surfaces, and can be deadly if they come into contact with it. Switching to oral minoxidil is suggested as a safer alternative for pet owners.
A new hair loss treatment, KX-826, is being discussed as a stronger and safer alternative to RU58841 and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some users skeptical about its effectiveness and others considering it as part of their regimen.
The conversation discusses a hair loss prevention regimen using a custom topical treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Latanoprost, Cetirizine, Tretinoin, Vitamin D3, and caffeine, along with supplements like iron, selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B. The user advises against expensive treatments like LLLT caps and unnecessary natural supplements.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically a stack including topical Ashwagandha, Copper Peptide, Gotu Kola, Ketoconazole, and PDA. One user found Topical and Sub-Q GHK-CU effective.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for 3 months with significant improvement. They are now adding ketoconazole to their routine.