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      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community Fin is killing my eyes. Alternatives?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe dry eyes as a side effect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential side effects.

      community Trivitamin Oil + derma rolling?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using a trivitamin oil mix (Vitamin E, D3, A, Argan Oil, Sunflower Oil) for hair thinning and whether it is safe to apply it after derma rolling. It is advised to wait 12-24 hours after derma rolling before applying any products to avoid infections or allergic reactions.

      community What do you guys think about my foundation?

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  206 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community Ru58841 completely got rid of my seb derm

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.

      community Temporary alternative to finasteride?

      in Finasteride  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male plans to temporarily stop finasteride to donate plasma for financial reasons and seeks alternative hair loss treatments like minoxidil, ketoconazole, or RU58841 during this period. He is open to suggestions to prevent further hair loss until he can resume finasteride.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Topical Finasteride concetrations and amount applied

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical finasteride concentrations and application amounts are debated, with concerns that mainstream solutions may use arbitrary concentrations. A 0.25% solution with a specific application method is suggested as more appropriate than higher concentrations.

      community Is Topical Fin a Reasonable Alternative?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user discusses mild/moderate hair loss and considers switching from oral to topical finasteride due to past endocrine issues. They seek feedback on topical finasteride's effectiveness and reputable sources, with replies suggesting Minoxidilmax products as effective alternatives.

      community Doubtful of RU58441's negative effects

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      RU58841's potential side effects, particularly heart palpitations, are debated, with some attributing them to contamination with minoxidil. Users report mixed experiences, with some seeing no side effects and others cautioning about the lack of reliable data on RU58841's safety.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community Injecting estrogen for hairline regrow

      in Chat  267 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to undergo a temporary MtF transformation to regrow hair, using estrogen, RU58841, and Dutasteride, then revert with testosterone. Many users criticize the plan, suggesting alternatives like hair transplants, and emphasize that estrogen is not a reliable solution for hair regrowth.

      community Is there a known amount of fin that can reduce serum DHT by only around 25% over the longer term?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses finding a finasteride dosage that reduces DHT by about 25% to minimize side effects, with considerations for topical versus oral formulations. Alternatives like dutasteride mesotherapy and topical treatments are explored, with concerns about systemic absorption and potential impacts on athletic performance and hormone levels.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.

      community Myristoyl Pentapeptide and Biotinoyl Tripeptide

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of an eyebrow serum containing Myristoyl Pentapeptide and Biotinoyl Tripeptide for hair growth. The user seeks information on other topical products with similar peptides for hair growth.