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210-240 / 1000+ resultscommunity (/r/science X-post): Stress may turn your hair grey. The appearance of grey hairs after periods of stress or skin damage could be the result of depletion of stem cells from the base of the hair follicle, according to a new study : science
community Minoxidil Response Bottlenecks: Why Sulfation and Transport Matter (And Where Tretinoin Fits In)
Minoxidil's effectiveness is limited by the need for sulfation and proper transport to hair follicles, with tretinoin potentially enhancing its effects by promoting enzyme activity and keratinocyte differentiation. Tretinoin may improve minoxidil's response by boosting the expression of necessary enzymes and transporters.
community Minoxidil + Tretinoin if you suspect you have low sulfotransferase enzyme activity
Minoxidil may not be effective due to low sulfotransferase activity, and the user considers adding tretinoin to the regimen. They are unsure about the timing and combination with microneedling.
community Retinol or tretnoin with minoxidil?
Combining retinol or tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss the potential benefits and effectiveness of this combination.
community PP405 Identity Research
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.
community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)
The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.
community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide
Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.
community For those of you who are getting facial skin side effects (aging, dark circles) from minoxidil, try this, it helped me.
The conversation provides tips to reduce facial skin side effects from Minoxidil, such as changing pillowcases, sleeping on the back, careful application, hydration, and taking breaks. One reply suggests that alcohol in Minoxidil formulations, not Minoxidil itself, may cause skin aging.
community Has anyone heard of Trioxidil instead of Minoxidil?
Trioxidil's effectiveness is questioned, with users suggesting it might be a marketing gimmick. Alternatives like Lipogaine and MSM are discussed, with some users sharing positive experiences with combining treatments like minoxidil and nanoxidil.
community Have any minoxidil non-responders ever gotten results after adding stemoxydine?
Hair loss discussion involves minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Minoxidil non-responders may see results after adding stemoxydine due to increased enzyme presence.
community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine
A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.
community Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.
The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.
community Any information on if adapalene also increases sulfotransferase the same way tretinoin does?
The conversation discusses whether adapalene (Differin) increases sulfotransferase like tretinoin does, in the context of combining it with minoxidil for hair treatment. The responses indicate that adapalene does not have the same effect as tretinoin.
community Question regarding Stemoxydine
Stemoxydine is a hair loss treatment discussed in a forum. Its effectiveness is questioned by users.
community Is this proof that this minoxidil is real?
Minoxidil turned yellow/orange when mixed with bleach, suggesting its presence. However, this doesn't confirm the concentration of minoxidil.
community I think I gave myself congestive heart failure
A user experienced severe side effects, including symptoms of congestive heart failure, after using excessive doses of minoxidil for beard growth. They stopped using it due to financial reasons, but still suffer from lingering symptoms and are advised to seek medical attention.
community You may not have the enzyme for topical minoxidil to work - a rarely talked about impact
Some people may not respond to topical minoxidil due to low SULT1A1 enzyme activity, but oral minoxidil can be effective. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, and some users prefer oral minoxidil despite side effects.
community The science on Minoxidil and its effect on collagen production / skin aging?
User is concerned about starting minoxidil due to potential effects on collagen production and skin aging. They have been using finasteride for almost 2 months.
community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam
Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.
community 18M: Hair Loss Worsened After 1 Year on Minoxidil, Post-Surgery Concerns
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hair loss.
community Stemoxydine- lifelong use? curious.
The conversation discusses whether stemoxydine needs to be used for life for hair loss treatment. One user suggests that stemoxydine does not require lifelong use and can make hair exit the resting phase faster, but the benefits may be temporary.
community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?
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 does retinol help minoxidil be more effective?
Retinoids, like tretinoin, may enhance minoxidil absorption and effectiveness on the scalp. Over-the-counter retinols lack strong evidence for similar benefits.
community Under-eye wrinkle appeared after 4 weeks of oral minoxidil use, along with significant dark circles and under-eye puffiness.
The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.
community Tretinoin for increased minoxidil conversion
The conversation is about using Tretinoin with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, discussing the effectiveness and personal experiences with different concentrations. The image linked in the post received negative reactions for being unpleasant.
community Mixing topical minoxidil and alfatradiol
Mixing minoxidil and alfatradiol in one bottle may affect their effectiveness due to potential stability issues. It's recommended to apply them separately for full benefits.
community minoxidil scalp Inflammation, lossing my hair very fast,
The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hair loss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hair loss management.
community telogen effluvium hair loss. Has anyone had it and could tell me anything about it?
The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.
community Tazarotene better than Tretinoin with minoxidil?
Switching from tretinoin to tazarotene with minoxidil led to new hair regrowth after years of maintenance. Tazarotene's selectivity and higher concentration might be more effective for hair growth.