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      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 4 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community What is the best legit source of RU58841 in the UK?

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking a trusted supplier for RU58841 in the UK, expressing doubts about their current source, rudirect, and considering Anagenic and receptorchem. They are asking for recommendations for other suppliers.

      community Laser Diode Cap, I already use Oral Fin, Topical Min 5%, Nizoral and Microneedling

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on maximizing hair growth while using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral, and microneedling, and is considering adding a laser diode cap, topical finasteride, retinol, and caffeine. Suggestions include using tretinoin with minoxidil for better absorption, switching to dutasteride, and considering RU58841 or pyrilutamide.

      community The urge to buy Clascoterone 5% solution

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution is not yet commercially available, with only the 1% solution currently sold for acne. Users discuss the potential of Clascoterone as a hair loss treatment, comparing it to other anti-androgens like RU58841 and Eucapil.

      community Success: My Doc prescribed me 0.1% Alfatradiol

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their success in getting a prescription for 0.1% Alfatradiol, a topical treatment for hair loss similar to finasteride but with fewer side effects. They found a pharmacy to compound it and will update on the results.

      community L-Arginine and other vasodilators

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      L-Arginine and other vasodilators are discussed for hair health, with L-Arginine being less effective than topical treatments like Minoxidil. Topical sildenafil or Cialis are suggested as potentially effective treatments for hair regrowth.

      community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more

      in Minoxidil  635 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.

      community If I can’t tolerate 5ari, should I try Pyrilutamide 1%?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about considering pyrilutamide 1% as an alternative treatment for hair loss due to intolerance to 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. Some users suggest it might be effective, while others view it as a temporary solution.

      community 9 month update - 0.25mg finasteride only daily (reposted w updated pics)

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 9-month update on using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair maintenance, reporting no significant side effects and considering whether to add other treatments like a dermastamp or ketoconazole. The user has not used minoxidil, believes it's unnecessary unless hair loss is severe, and occasionally takes biotin supplements.

      community So I have good results but theres a catch

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced good hair growth results using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and a topical formulation, but faced temporary numbness as a side effect. They manage this by microdosing oral finasteride and minoxidil and using the topical formulation sparingly.

      community NW5 advice current treatments AGA

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil, PRP, low-level light therapy, stem cell therapy, mesotherapy, Acell, and microneedling are discussed as treatments for thickening fine hairs in NW5 hair loss sufferers. A hair transplant may be necessary for significant improvement.

      community Kintor Pharmaceutical Announces AR-PROTAC (GT20029) Approved for Acne and Androgenic Alopecia Clinical Trials in China

      in Technology  13 upvotes 4 years ago
      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.

      community Thoughts? 9 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, noting no visible improvement and considering switching fully to dutasteride. Another user commented that there were gains in the temples and praised the early intervention.

      community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

      in Research/Science  48 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

      community I am doing an experience with RU58841

      in Treatment 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user experimenting with RU58841 for hair regrowth by ingesting it, which others find concerning. There are mentions of potential side effects and comparisons to other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and flutamide.

      community fluridil (topilutamide) vs. cb-03-01 (clascoterone)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.

      community Tiny tiny hairs outlining juvenile hairline

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth using high-dose dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss seeing tiny hairs and hope they will become terminal, with advice to use derma rolling weekly for better results.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 5 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.