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community New to tretinoin, when to apply?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Tretinoin should be applied at night on dry skin, and it can be used daily, either before or after minoxidil, with a starting dose of 0.025%.

community Oral minoxidil — is it actually worth it?

in Minoxidil 42 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like increased heart rate and edema. Finasteride is recommended, with dutasteride as an alternative if needed.

community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea

in Research/Science 335 upvotes 4 months ago

South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.

community Is oral minoxidil f***ing me up?

in General 269 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil is causing significant blood pressure fluctuations and increased heart rate, leading the user to consider switching to topical minoxidil and tretinoin. The user plans to consult a cardiologist and is likely to stop using oral minoxidil.

community ABS-201 KOL Seminar: Dr. Ralf Paus on Human Ex Vivo Hair Regrowth Data

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 4 months ago

ABS-201 shows promise for male hair regrowth by blocking the prolactin receptor, with higher expected efficacy than current treatments. The discussion also covers dosing differences between macaques and humans for hmi115, highlighting a significant dosage disparity.

community Red flags to watch out for when choosing a hair transplant clinic (from someone who worked in the industry)

in Chat 249 upvotes 4 months ago

Red flags to watch for when choosing a hair transplant clinic, such as high-pressure sales tactics, unclear surgeon assignments, and unrealistic promises. A user shared a positive experience with Skin Medics UK, highlighting transparency and personalized care.

community Women complaining of bad effects from Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%)

in Treatment 11 upvotes 4 months ago

Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.

community How do you even get time to “enjoy” your hair while on minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 332 upvotes 4 months ago

Minoxidil is often applied once or twice daily for hair growth, but many find it inconvenient and switch to once daily or oral minoxidil for ease. Some users combine it with finasteride for better results, despite potential side effects.

community To get a HT or Not To get a HT?

in Transplants 2 upvotes 4 months ago

A hair transplant without using finasteride or similar medications may lead to unnatural results and further hair loss. Financially capable individuals are advised to stabilize hair loss with medication before considering a transplant.

community One month Umbrella Labs PP405 results.

in Progress Pictures 55 upvotes 4 months ago

The user tried a product labeled as PP405 from Umbrella Labs for hair loss but saw no changes, and it was revealed to be a fake or misidentified product. The user is also using finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments but is still experiencing hairline issues.

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