Plant-based exosomes for hair loss lack scientific evidence and are considered high-risk with low evidence. Combining PRF with minoxidil and finasteride is suggested as a better option.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole, microneedling, and multivitamins. The user shares their journey and receives advice on haircuts and additional treatments like PRP and RU58841.
Using ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis is generally fine, but opinions vary on frequency, with some suggesting every other day and others less often. Proper scalp cleaning is emphasized to prevent itching and burning.
The user shared progress pictures after using minoxidil twice daily, rosemary, pumpkin seed, and castor oil three times a week, and a derma roller once a week for two months. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of these treatments for hair loss.
The user has been using finasteride for 30 years and recently added colostrum to their routine, noticing darker hair regrowth. They experienced shedding with minoxidil and advise against its use, while highlighting the benefits and side effects of long-term finasteride use.
The user improved diffuse thinning without finasteride by using minoxidil foam, cold showers, gentle hair drying, 2% ketoconazole, sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements like Omega-3, Vitamin-D, Biotin, Keratin, Collagen, B3, Zinc, and Magnesium. The regimen was followed for about six months under dermatologist guidance.
PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth, with new hairs observed in 66% of patients in just 27 days. The discussion also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as potential treatments.
A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hair loss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.
Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.
PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.
Improving diet and taking supplements like Biotin, B12, D3, iron, zinc, and protein can enhance the effectiveness of hair treatments. However, responses to treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride vary, and some users report no improvement despite a good diet.
Dr. Couto recommends taking finasteride in the morning to align with peak testosterone and DHT production for better effectiveness. Oral minoxidil is acknowledged as better than topical, but the focus is on stabilizing hair loss with finasteride first.
Dairy may contain DHT precursors that could affect hair loss and prostate health, with some users noting reduced hair shedding after eliminating dairy. Individual responses to dairy and DHT blockers vary, with some attributing hair health to diet changes and others seeing no impact.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil, and PTD-DBM. The user has not noticed significant regrowth and is considering cost-effective options like valproic acid.
Finasteride and minoxidil, often with ketoconazole, are key for long-term hair stabilization and regrowth. Oral minoxidil and dutasteride offer significant regrowth but have more side effects, while microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841 are used to enhance results.
The conversation discusses reducing hair fall by addressing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo, regular oiling, and stress management through meditation and yoga. Other users mention using ketoconazole, vitamin D, and finasteride, with some experiencing side effects.
The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.
The conversation discusses whether to continue or stop oral minoxidil for hair maintenance, with OP using spironolactone, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. It is suggested that stopping oral minoxidil might not cause significant hair shedding if topical treatments continue, but oral minoxidil is generally more effective for most people.
Oral PTD-DBM was discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it was deemed ineffective in humans despite promising results in mice. The conversation concluded that trying it without VPA might be unwise.
Fatty acid metabolic signaling can activate epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration. Oleic and palmitoleic acids showed the best results, but practical application on humans remains uncertain.
A user is considering ordering topical finasteride with castor and rosemary oil from a Turkish pharmacy. They are debating whether to include the oils or use only PG and ethanol as the carrier.
Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and is unsure if it's due to iron deficiency or female pattern baldness, as diagnosed by her dermatologist. She is considering using Minoxidil but is hesitant and seeks advice on whether increasing her iron levels could help.
A 22-year-old woman is experiencing genetic hair loss and has tried natural remedies like coconut oil and aloe vera without success. She seeks advice on whether to see a dermatologist or use treatments like Minoxidil (Rogaine) despite her parents' skepticism about professional help and chemical treatments.
A 17-year-old experiencing early hair loss is advised to improve diet and lose weight gradually, as rapid weight loss and poor diet may contribute to hair loss. Minoxidil is not an option due to tachycardia, and finasteride is not recommended before age 18; alternatives like magnesium oil and dermarolling are suggested.
The user is frustrated with no hair growth despite using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, derma rolling, head massages, Biotin, collagen supplements, multivitamins, and drinking a gallon of water daily. Another user mentioned that the original poster had previously reported significant progress.
Castor oil is being considered for hair thinning, with some users noting it may prevent hair breakage but not affect DHT-related hair loss. Some users report mixed results, with one mentioning increased body hair growth from oral consumption.
User shared progress pictures of hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride (later switched to topical), keto shampoo, biotin supplements, and dermarolling. Hairline improved slightly, considering a hair transplant for further results.