A 17-year-old female is worried about hair loss, noticing thinning and bald spots. She plans to try burdock oil and castoroil, and if needed, Jamaican castoroil.
The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hair loss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castoroil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.
The conversation discusses Verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment, with trials by Dr. Bargouthi and Dr. Bloxham mentioned, and a suggestion to follow updates on the Hair Restoration Network site or YouTube. Preliminary results are positive, but one user is skeptical, calling it "snake oil."
The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizing treatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.
Burdock root and marigold are suggested as natural alternatives for hair growth. Onion juice, castoroil, and rosemary oil are also mentioned as treatments.
Testing the effectiveness of Verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair loss, with users discussing their thoughts on its long-term results. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the appearance of new baby hairs with treatments like castoroil, 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.
The conversation is about testing the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user planning to increase their dose to 30 mg per day along with 20 mg of Minoxidil. The test results showed approximately 70 mg/ml, which the user considers a good result.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a new topical drug for hair loss and acne without notable side effects, which has been accepted for investigational use in China. Some users express skepticism about the legitimacy of the company and the potential for other drugs like RU58841 to be developed due to patent expiration and lack of profitability.
OP asked if Alfatradiol 0.1% can maintain hair after a transplant. Responses suggest using stronger treatments like finasteride or micro-dosing oral finasteride instead.
The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.
A user plans to order Pyrilutamide for hair loss after losing ground on finasteride. Another user advises against buying from Hairliciously, suggesting Amazon instead.
Hair loss treatments Fin and Minoxidil failed for user. Suggested alternatives are 75mg oral spiro and RU58841, but concerns about low testosterone and self-esteem were raised.
The post discusses using Mucuna pruriens, essential oils, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment. The user also mentions pausing testosterone-boosting herbs due to side effects like acne and hair loss.
The user shared progress pictures after using minoxidil twice daily, rosemary, pumpkin seed, and castoroil 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 experiences severe headaches from 5% minoxidil and is considering mixing finasteride with a 2% minoxidil solution or diluting a 5% minoxidil + 0.1% finasteride solution. They seek advice on the appropriate method and dilutant composition.
The conversation is about creating a homemade solution for hair loss treatment, specifically asking for advice on what base to use for topical melatonin. No specific treatments were discussed.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of peppermint oil and dermarolling for hair regrowth, with one person suggesting that only dermarolling is effective and comparing peppermint oil's effectiveness to that of an egg.
A 21-year-old male shares progress pictures showing improvement in hair growth using daily topical minoxidil 5%, microneedling 1.25mm, and 500mg of saw palmetto. He reports new and healthy hair growth, indicating success in managing androgenic alopecia.
Emerging hair loss treatments like PP405, a topical MPC inhibitor, show promise in activating stem cells for hair growth. The conversation seeks information on the development stages and accessibility of these treatments.
The conversation is about whether stemoxydine can shorten the dormant phase after a hair transplant, known as the ugly duckling phase. There is skepticism about whether it actually works as claimed.
CHK-Cu (copper peptide) and C-60 (branched carbon chain) are discussed as potentially more effective than minoxidil for hair regrowth. Some users are skeptical about the claim that DHT isn't the root cause of hair loss, and others are trying these products to see if they work.
Follicium XR™ is a topical treatment for hair loss containing RU58841, AHK-Cu, GHK-Cu Peptide, caffeine, D-Biotin, methylene blue, keratin, and spermidine. RU58841 is considered the most effective ingredient, but concerns exist about its stability in water.
Combining 0.5 mg oral finasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil during an Enclomiphene cycle may help manage increased DHT levels. Monitoring for side effects is advised.
Pelage received $120 million for phase 3 of PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, but there is skepticism about its success. Some users believe any improvement over finasteride is a win, while others expect full hair regrowth.
Rosemary essential oil, particularly cineole, is considered by some to be beneficial for hair growth, though its effectiveness compared to minoxidil is debated. Finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are recommended treatments, while oils like rosemary and peppermint are seen as supplementary for scalp health.
The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.
The user experienced decreased libido with saw palmetto and is now considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, and topical dutasteride for hair loss. Minoxidil is also mentioned as a potential addition, but the user is cautious about side effects and availability of treatments.