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      community Any help with female hair loss?

      in Female  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old female with PCOS is experiencing hair loss and excessive facial hair. She is using ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos, microneedling, and considering anti-androgens like finasteride, but is cautious about minoxidil due to facial hair concerns.

      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 second shed on dutasteride, but a woman

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community Heavy shedding 10 months after HT

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy shedding 10 months after a hair transplant and used a topical solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride, later switching to Finoduta. They also dealt with a dry scalp and greasy hair, using various shampoos and conditioners, and sought advice on whether the shedding was normal and how to manage the dry scalp.

      community A small tip for diffuse thinners

      in Product  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with diffuse thinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter and coconut oil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.

      community Unexpected temple hair growth from GHK-Cu

      in Update  20 upvotes 3 months ago
      GHK-Cu injections led to unexpected temple hair growth for someone who had been using minoxidil and finasteride for over a decade. The user plans to continue using GHK-Cu and experiment with a DIY AHK-Cu serum.

      community Hair feels like hay/brittle and slow growing some areas

      in General  138 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and brittleness, possibly due to Telogen Effluvium, which affects body hair and may be linked to stress or nutrition. They are considering using finasteride for treatment but are unsure if it will address their symptoms.

      community Little hairs on temples, is it a good sign?

      in Is this regrowth?  425 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.

      community Is this regrowth? Or is hair just longer

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 15% minoxidil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and bi estro cream for hair loss and is noticing baby hairs but is unsure if this is new hair growth or just existing hair getting longer.

      community Question about seborrheic dermatitis and keratin

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially caused by seborrheic dermatitis, with the user considering over-the-counter treatments like Head and Shoulders, Selsun Blue, and Nizoral, while maintaining keratin-treated hair. A suggestion is made to use raw organic honey as a hair mask to treat seborrheic dermatitis without affecting keratin treatments.

      community ~3 year update on my singular DHT immune hair for you guys

      in Update  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post is an update on the user's hair loss journey. They have a strong hair follicle that has remained unaffected by hair loss for almost 3 years. The user is starting finasteride and using ketoconazole, alfatradiol, and oral castor oil for hair maintenance.

      community Over 95% of his face is covered in hair.

      in Satire  349 upvotes 1 year ago
      A young man with hypertrichosis has over 95% of his face covered in hair, sparking humorous comments about hair loss treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride. Users joke about transplanting his facial hair and discuss the challenges of his condition compared to typical balding.

      community Huge hair shedding on Astaxanthin.

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Hiding Baldness with Side Hair Growth

      in Styling  145 upvotes 2 years ago
      User hides baldness with side hair growth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.

      community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.

      community SHEDDING doesn't mean shit. Stop worrying about it!!

      in Chat  91 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss sufferers becoming hyper aware of shedding, and the various treatments available for reducing shedding. The conversation also discussed differentiating between shedding and balding, as well as the potential side effects from using certain treatments.

      community "I'm seeing new baby hairs"

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the appearance of new baby hairs with treatments like castor oil, finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling. Users note that baby hairs often go unreported after initial excitement, with some seeing growth and others losing interest in updates.

      community Herbacle hair growth serum with 0% min

      in Product  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a new hair growth serum called HERBACLE, which claims to be the world's first, but lacks reviews and is doubted by users. One user notes that its ingredients are similar to those in The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density.

      community Hair fibers look like dandruff

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      A woman using minoxidil for hair loss is trying hair fibers but finds they look like dandruff. Suggestions include using pomade, Derm Match, matte eye shadow, mascara, and spray applicators for a more natural look.

      community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

      in Satire  317 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

      community Low Porosity Hair with hair fall - looking for help

      in Female  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing hair fall and is using a nonsulfate Maui Hibiscus shampoo and conditioner, washing twice a week, and applying a warm mixture of castor and olive oil. They seek advice on a proper haircare regime and product recommendations for low porosity hair.