A user began treating hair loss with dermastamping, castor oil, peppermint oil, biotin, and nizoral, and has started taking finasteride (generic proscar) with plans to include DIM and zinc supplements. The user aims to maintain current hair and regrow hair at the temples, and will avoid hair loss forums for a month to minimize stress.
A natural compound called C3A from Aronia Chokeberry can help prevent hair loss by counteracting the effects of DHT. The user has been taking 50 grams of dried organic Aronia Chokeberry daily for 30 days and will update with photos in 60 days.
A year-long journey of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, ketogenic diet, and microneedling, featuring before-and-after progress pictures.
The user shared a 4-5 month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, oiling, and microneedling for hair loss. They reported improved hair density and confidence but experienced unwanted hair growth, thin hair, itching, and a flaky scalp.
People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.
A 24-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of Dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, L-cysteine, and a Ketoconazole/Caffeine/CBD shampoo. He's considering using a dermaroller to improve results, taking biotin and iron vitamins, and quitting nicotine due to its potential link to hair loss.
The user is considering using P5P to reduce high prolactin levels and is questioning if oral minoxidil could be contributing to the issue. They are also debating whether to switch from oral to topical minoxidil.
KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) being tested in the US for hair loss treatment and that they have found enough people to participate in phase II clinical trials. Other treatments discussed are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth improvement due to zinc, biotin, and D3 supplements, highlighting that hair loss can result from deficiencies, not just androgenetic alopecia. The user emphasizes that treatments like finasteride are not the only solutions.
Adipose-derived stem cells with ATP improved hair regrowth in male and female mice with androgenetic alopecia. The most effective treatments were low dose stem cells with ATP for males and medium dose stem cells with non-liposomal ATP for females.
A user from Iran reports hair growth in bald spots after using a domestic tonic containing Anageline, Trichogen, Aminexil, Caffeine, Saw Palmetto, and B vitamins, alongside Finasteride, but without Minoxidil. They prefer the tonic over Minoxidil as it doesn't make their hair greasy or cause hair fall.
The user is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hair regrowth but hasn't seen results after 2-3 weeks. They added tretinoin to their routine and are advised to wait a few months for potential changes.
The conversation discusses hair loss linked to BDNF-increasing nootropics like Semax and Lions Mane. Suggested topical treatments include capsaicin, beta-glucan, and ginseng to counteract TGF-B activation.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, noting minoxidil's toxicity to cats. It jokes about a lion needing hair restoration, with references to hair transplants in Turkey.
Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation focuses on foods with sufficient procyanidin b2, such as dark chocolate and apples, and the required dosage.
After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.
A user who has been using Pyrilutamide for 19 days, experiencing some hair thickening in the right temple and crown area but also having ball ache after microneedling; other users offer advice, caution and skepticism as to whether results can be seen in such a short time.
High-dose Lysine and Histidine supplements caused curly/kinky hair and shedding due to Elastin dysfunction. Minoxidil, white tea, and dark grape juice were mentioned as treatments to inhibit Elastase and mimic Lysyl Oxidase.
A 26-year-old male experienced hair thinning since age 18 and tried various treatments, including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and a hair transplant. He is currently using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, hydrocortisone, and oral dutasteride, and is satisfied with the results 6.5 months post-transplant.
Ketoconazole can slightly improve hair density and is best used as an adjunct to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. It helps with scalp health but won't stop androgenetic alopecia on its own.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after 3 months of dutasteride mesotherapy, 2.5 months of Minoxidil, and using ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about the shedding but plan to continue the treatment.
A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.