The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.
The effects of Finasteride on hair loss and its side-effects, such as aching balls. The user has been taking it for two years with no changes to the symptom.
A 26-year-old man has seen hair regrowth after one month of using oral finasteride (1.1mg), minoxidil (3mg), and biotin daily, along with weekly ketoconazole shampoo and plans to add derma stamping. He reports minimal side effects and attributes an increase in libido to starting exercise, not the hair loss treatments.
A 43-year-old from Thailand shares progress after 1 month using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin cream, and weekly microneedling for diffused thinning. Users compliment his appearance and suggest he doesn't need treatment.
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
A 26-year-old male used 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for a year, noticing progress despite initial skepticism and minor side effects. He applied minoxidil to both the hairline and entire scalp, and attempted microneedling but discontinued due to sneezing.
The conversation discusses the effects of finasteride on hair loss and its potential neurological and sexual side effects. Users share personal experiences, with some reporting positive outcomes and others expressing concerns about cognitive function.
The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sperm, including potential side effects like decreased ejaculate volume and total sperm count. Users share experiences and concerns about fertility tests before and after starting finasteride.
The user has been using a combination spray of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for 5 months, along with microneedling and biotin, and is uncertain about hair regrowth progress. Other users suggest more time is needed for results, with peak results at 2 years, and mention oral dutasteride as an effective treatment.
The user experienced significant hair growth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling weekly for a year. They initially had low libido but resolved it by taking finasteride at night.
A 27-year-old man shared his hair regrowth progress after using finasteride for 4 years, recently adding a solution of RU58841 with minoxidil and alfatradiol, tretinoin on temples, and occasional ketoconazole. He is seeking opinions on his treatment approach.
Discussing and researching different treatments for hair loss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.
The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.
A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride (1.25mg daily) and minoxidil (topical and oral) with occasional microneedling. They noted increased libido as a side effect during the first six months.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 0.5mg oral finasteride, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping. Initial side effects like achy testicles were managed by adjusting the regimen.
A 22-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for four years with limited success and recently added microneedling to their regimen. They have seen some hair regrowth and are advised to continue using minoxidil alongside microneedling and consider lifestyle factors like diet and stress.
The conversation is about sourcing raw ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for making hair loss topicals. A suggestion is made to check Anagen Inc. for these ingredients or contact local suppliers for bulk purchases.
A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 14 months of treatment with 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, with no side effects reported. He plans to consider a hair transplant for his hairline, as the treatment did not improve that area.
DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.
A 23-year-old plans a hair transplant and uses finasteride, Essengen 6 Plus, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, vitamins, and Foligain capsules. He seeks advice on his regimen and the timing of the procedure, considering family history and potential future hair loss.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
A 23-year-old male used 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil for 90 days, experiencing hair growth and side effects like watery semen and lethargy. He advises continuing medication for hair growth and adopting healthy habits.
A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.
The conversation discusses a patent filed by Shiseido for cloning Dermal Papilla (DP) cells to treat hair loss. The method involves using viral vectors to maintain the cells' growth-inducing properties, differing from Replicel's approach with Dermal Sheath Cup (DSC) cells.
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for over three years without regrowth, despite reduced hair loss. They are hesitant to try oral minoxidil and dutasteride due to potential side effects and cost, and have not found success with tretinoin or microneedling.
Hair regrowth in transfems is more effective due to hormonal changes, specifically estrogen, which keeps hair in growth phase longer. Treatments mentioned include anti-androgens, sex hormones, and DHT blockers like finasteride.
A 22-year-old male shares his 2-month progress using a regimen of 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 1.5mm dermarolling weekly, a daily multivitamin, and a topical serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. He reports impressive hair regrowth, especially at the hairline, and has experienced no sexual side effects.