A user is considering using niacinamide serum on their hairline to address dandruff and itching caused by minoxidil. They seek advice on the frequency of application.
Dutasteride is more effective in gel capsule form due to better absorption, as it is fat-soluble. If only pills are available, taking them with fat or increasing the dose slightly may help.
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.
Hair loss discussion includes alfatradiol (Pantostin/Ell Cranell) as a potential treatment. Users share opinions on its effectiveness in their regimen.
The conversation discusses aggressive hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, topical cetirizine, and experimental options like Estrogel, oh-flutamide, and RU58841. Users share experiences and suggest trying oral minoxidil and el cranell, noting the complexity and challenges of treating hair loss.
Topical finasteride is considered safer for the liver than oral finasteride due to less systemic absorption, but regular liver function tests are advised. The user is concerned about liver health due to a history of NAFLD and is exploring topical finasteride as a safer alternative.
The user has been using topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and laser light therapy for 11 weeks to address hair thinning. They report difficulty applying the treatment due to increased hair thickness and are unsure if the results are significant.
The conversation humorously discusses starting oral microneedling for hair loss, with mentions of side effects like internal bleeding and abdominal pain. It also references using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with exaggerated and satirical comments on their effects.
Pelage is delaying the start of phase 3 trials for PP405 to 2026 due to necessary regulatory processes, despite having $120 million in funding. Users discuss the potential of PP405 for hair regrowth, with some expressing skepticism and others hopeful for new treatments like Breezula.
The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.
The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.
The conversation discusses using gartanin from mangosteen mixed with castor oil to degrade the androgen receptor for hair loss treatment. Alternatives like setipiprant, minoxidil, and dermastamping are also mentioned, with concerns about cost and potential side effects.
A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.
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 new hair growth product claims to use apple stem cells, plant collagen, and bamboo leaf extract, with a 120-day money-back guarantee. Some users are skeptical, noting the product's marketing alongside other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and red light therapy.
A user is starting treatment for hair loss with topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and is considering adding topical latanoprost but is unsure about the application frequency and method for latanoprost. They are seeking advice from others with experience using these treatments.
Gizzela is unsure about the dosage and frequency of copper peptides and asks if they can be used with Stemoxydine. They seek advice on applying these treatments together.
Clascoterone, a topical anti-androgen, is generating interest for potentially fewer systemic side effects. Users are curious about its effectiveness and details like concentration and duration of use.
The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.
The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.
The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and has recently added microneedling, showing slight progress. The new protocol includes switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex, while seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.
A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.
The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling consistently for one month to improve hair regrowth. They also use collagen peptides, pumpkin seed oil, vitamin D, biotin, nizoral shampoo, adenosine shampoo, caffeine topical, and rosemary oil as part of their routine.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole for hair loss treatment over two years, experiencing some regrowth and maintenance. He reports side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction, and slight libido impact from minoxidil.
User tries dermapen for hair loss and plans to use non-mainstream topicals like c60, ghk-cu, and ptd-dbm with valproic acid. They also use a head massager and modified LLLT belt for additional treatment.
Hair loss discussion includes Amplifica, a new treatment by Dr. Rassman and Dr. Plikus using molecules from hairy moles. No progress updates mentioned.
The conversation discusses concerns about MVSupplements.com products, specifically the Min+Ru spray and GHK Serum, due to discrepancies in ingredient lists and recent poor feedback. Users also mention a price increase and one user reports no issues with the RU powder.