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      What kind of balding is this?

      community What kind of balding is this?

      in General  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male is experiencing hair loss on the sides of his head, with inflammation and itchiness, while the top remains thick. He is using topical dutasteride and keto shampoo to address the issue.

      community Injured temple with derma rolling

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.

      community GFM Gel - High concentration topical gel of Mimicking Growth Factors (GFm), a complex of polypeptides that mimic the action of endogenous growth factors and promote physiological hair regrowth. Helps strengthen the hair bulb and redensify the hair.

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using GFM Gel, a topical gel with polypeptides that mimic growth factors to promote hair regrowth and strengthen hair. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Fluridil solution at Actifolic

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Fluridil, also known as Topilutamide or Eucapil, is discussed as a treatment for hair loss. It is noted as an androgen receptor antagonist, not a vasodilator.

      community Natural methods of reversing MPB

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses natural methods for addressing male pattern baldness, with the original poster using a plant-based diet, herbs, scalp massages, pumpkin seed oil, and dermapen treatments, while avoiding pharmaceuticals like minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about side effects. Other users suggest that pharmaceuticals like finasteride may be necessary for significant hair loss, but the original poster remains committed to natural approaches.

      community Fun thought experiment about halting hair loss permamently

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.

      community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)

      in Update  552 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community B5 (Pantothenic acid), B7 (Biotin), B12

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of B5 (Pantothenic acid), B7 (Biotin), and B12 on hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.

      community That's some regrowth, I guess. [M31]

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user experiencing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical finasteride 0.05% once daily, weekly microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Other users noted visible progress and shared their own treatment experiences.

      community Pyrilutamide Phase 3 on its way

      in Treatment  128 upvotes 4 years ago
      Pyrilutamide Phase 3 approved, starting early 2022 with 416 subjects for 24 weeks. Drug potentially better than RU and Breezula, with some users reporting no side effects.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community Topical rapamycin, metformin, a-kg grow hair

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical rapamycin, metformin, and alpha-ketoglutarate (a-KG) for hair growth, with skepticism expressed about their effectiveness based on personal experience and existing use. It also mentions AICAR, known as cardarine or GW, which is not suitable for long-term use due to cancer risks in animal studies and its similarity to metformin.

      community topical exosomes - experimenting

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.

      community What has helped you regrow your temples?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 3 years ago
      User seeks advice for regrowing temples, currently using Fin, oral Min, and dermarolling. Suggestions include improving scalp environment and considering RU58841 or dutasteride.

      community Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos and its potential impact on thinning hair. The user follows a regimen of shampoo, keto shampoo, and conditioner, seeking suggestions for better products.

      community The lowest cyproterone dose to stop mpb

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone acetate at 12.5 mg to manage hair loss, with concerns about its effects on testosterone and potential health issues. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with varying experiences and outcomes.

      community Shiseido (RepliCel) likely to cost around $1000

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      RepliCel's potential hair loss treatment may cost around $1000 and aims to protect hair follicles from DHT, possibly reversing some miniaturization. It is not considered a cure and may be most effective in early hair loss stages, with its main advantage over finasteride being the lack of sexual side effects.

      community Itchy scalp from power shampoo with biotin ?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing an itchy scalp after using a shampoo containing biotin, saw palmetto, and caffeine, and is questioning if it's due to the shampoo or balding. They are seeking feedback on others' experiences with similar shampoos.

      community My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

      in Female  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

      community RU58841 carrier - PG/Ethanol vs KB solution?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences between PG/Ethanol and KB solutions for RU58841 application, focusing on potential scalp irritation. KB solution is suggested for those allergic to PG, though both contain ethanol which can dry the scalp.

      community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

      in Chat  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

      community Pyrilutamide update number 3 - 1.5 months

      in Update  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's update on their hair loss treatments, which included Minoxidil and finasteride; they are experiencing reduced shedding with minimal side effects. Other users provided additional advice to the poster based on their own experiences.