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      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community Clascoterone powder already available?

      in Product  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone powder is now available, but it's expensive and not widely discussed due to past ineffective results at higher concentrations. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and are seeking reliable sources.

      community Any chemists want to manufacture PP405 / JXL069? (Steps inside)

      in Research/Science  89 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the synthesis and potential use of JXL069 and PP405 for hair loss treatment, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about safety. Users mention that JXL069 has shown no results in hair growth, and there is confusion about its identity and effectiveness compared to PP405.

      community 211 days if scalp massage . Update!!

      in Chat  79 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP is using scalp massages, dermastamping, and rosemary oil for hair improvement, with mixed opinions on effectiveness. Some suggest lighting affects perceived results, while others recommend treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for better outcomes.

      community Just received my 2 Deoxy D Ribose wish me luck🫡

      in Treatment  243 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is trying 2-deoxy-D-ribose with distilled water for hair growth, observing new hair and skin pigmentation changes. Others compare it to Minoxidil, expressing interest and caution about its effectiveness and safety.

      community Do dut and fin reduce sebum causing frizzy hair?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing dry, frizzy hair despite using dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, which may be due to reduced sebum production. Suggestions include using nourishing conditioners, hair oils, and styling products to manage frizz, especially for curly hair.

      community What to dilute Finasteride with?

      in Treatments  65 upvotes 11 months ago
      Diluting finasteride in a Hims spray can be done using ethanol or propylene glycol to maintain the desired concentration without increasing minoxidil levels. This approach ensures the finasteride concentration is reduced to 0.025% without affecting the minoxidil strength.

      community Minoxidil not working anymore..

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using minoxidil for 2 years but is seeing worsening results. He is seeking alternative treatments, avoiding finasteride due to side effects, and finds rosemary and argan oil ineffective.

      community 5-year Minoxidil user quitting after minor heart attack

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced a minor heart attack after combining minoxidil with dermarolling and is considering stopping minoxidil use. They are concerned about hair loss after quitting and are exploring if finasteride or essential oils can maintain hair growth.

      community Minoxidil, Fin and Cetirizine.

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user started a hair care routine using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 2ml of 5% minoxidil, and 4.5mg of cetirizine topically to address hair loss. They plan to provide updates and are also interested in cetirizine's potential to reduce scalp itching and redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

      community What do I do?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss and is hesitant to use medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects, and is seeking natural alternatives such as garlic, biotin, and scalp massages. Suggestions include dermarolling, essential oils, and lifestyle changes like exercise and diet to improve blood circulation and block DHT.

      community Legit or Snake-oil Alike Service

      in Technology  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair therapy advertisements claim to use a mix of fallopia multiflora, ginseng, angelica sinensis, and vitex rotundifolia for hair growth. A user dismisses it as fake.

      community Day 204 of scalp massage, for those who say that is not working….

      in Chat  176 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's hair growth routine involving scalp massages, dermastamping, and rosemary oil, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users suggest proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others debate the merits of alternative methods.

      community 4months fin and dermarolling prog

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shares progress after 4 months of using finasteride and dermarolling, with occasional use of coconut and rosemary oil. They aim to stop hair loss and hope for increased top density.

      community 2023 study: Novel Hemp extract causes great hair (allegedly better than fin/min) growth with little to no side effects. Photos included… Thoughts?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A novel hemp extract allegedly promotes better hair growth than minoxidil and finasteride, with minimal side effects, but the study's credibility is questioned due to potential bias and confounding factors like peppermint oil. Users express skepticism and suggest sticking with proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Question regarding Topical finasteride solution

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is using a topical spray containing Finasteride 1% and Minoxidil 5% along with other ingredients like glycerin and aqua, questioning if these are effective carrier agents. They apply it once daily and use a separate 5% Minoxidil solution at night.

      community Making minoxidil + azelaic acid type recipes?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about making a hair loss treatment combining minoxidil with azelaic acid, retinol, and caffeine, similar to the product Xandrox. The user has tried Xandrox but switched to Kirkland minoxidil for cost reasons and is seeking advice on creating a similar mixture.

      community Life Extension - Hair Growth for Men

      in Product 1 year ago
      A new supplement for hair growth combines black rice, prickly pear, and saw palmetto, showing promising results in increasing hair density and reducing hair loss. The supplement is considered a drug-free alternative to traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Looking for the new RU58841 source in EU

      in Product 2 years ago
      The user is seeking a new source for RU58841 in the EU after their previous supplier stopped selling it. They mention considering Anagen, Actifolic, Minoxidilmax, and rudirect, and ask for advice on shipping within the EU and product quality, while also mentioning their current hair loss treatment involves mixing RU with Stemoxydine and Alfatradiol.

      community Using another shampoo immediately after nizoral

      in Ketoconazole  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about using another shampoo after Nizoral to improve hair appearance without reducing ketoconazole's efficacy. Users also discuss adding coconut oil to Nizoral to prevent hair dryness.

      community Why Didn't the Pumkin Seed Oil Study Get More Attention?

      in Question  71 upvotes 7 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.