A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
A user reported significant hair improvement using ginseng oil along with Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling, leading them to cancel a hair transplant. Other users requested more details and proof.
PP405 shows promise in activating dormant hair follicles and increasing hair counts but lacks detailed efficacy data compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some optimism and skepticism about its effectiveness.
P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.
A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.
Sprocketshead asks if pyrilutamide can be applied with minoxidil, and inquires about its consistency and odor. They want to know if it's more high maintenance than topical minoxidil.
Cyperus rotundus oil is suggested as a natural treatment for androgenic alopecia, potentially inhibiting hair growth without affecting testosterone levels. The conversation questions its effectiveness and safety for scalp use.
Tea tree oil shampoo resolved redness, itching, and increased hair thickness for the user, suggesting demodex mites as a possible cause. Nizoral was ineffective, but tea tree oil showed significant improvement over several months.
PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and increase hair growth by 20% in eight weeks, unlike minoxidil or finasteride. However, skepticism remains about its effectiveness and availability, with concerns about funding and the timeline for broader access.
The conversation is about when GT20029, a hair loss treatment, might be available on the grey market, with users discussing the challenges of compounding it and speculating it might be available after phase 2 results, similar to pyri. Specific treatments mentioned are pyri, RU58841, and GT20029.
The conversation is about the FDA approval of WINLEVI for acne treatment and the anticipation of Breezula, a hair loss treatment using the same active ingredient, which may indicate a positive future for Breezula's release. There is disappointment that Breezula's results are not optimal, but it is seen as progress in hair loss treatment.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment targeting dormant hair follicles, with ongoing trials. Some users consider stopping finasteride and minoxidil to join trials, while others doubt its effectiveness.
Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.
A user noticed baby hairs after combing out locs and has been applying castor, rosemary, and peppermint oil daily. They are curious about progress, sharing photos from different stages.
OP is considering using Stemoxydine or the Ordinary Multi Peptide Hair Serum as a carrier for topical finasteride, avoiding minoxidil due to palpitations. They plan to crush finasteride pills into a 30 ml solution.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
The conversation discusses concerns about RU58841 degrading when exposed to light and transferring pyri to a dark glass bottle to prevent this. The user keeps the pyri out for only two minutes before storing it in a dark place.
The conversation discusses using saw palmetto oil to reduce hair loss, with the user reporting decreased shedding but no regrowth yet. The user plans to try minoxidil and finasteride, noting previous success with minoxidil but concerns about its greasiness.
A user is seeking a pharmacy to compound a topical solution containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, Alfatradiol, Melatonin, Latanoprost, and either RU58841 or Pyrilutamide. They prefer a professional compounding lab over DIY methods.
The conversation is about creating a DIY hair loss treatment solution using pyrilutamide powder, stored in an old minoxidil bottle. The user is seeking advice on how to best replicate Kintor's trials and the ideal storage conditions for the solution.
The conversation discusses making topical finasteride at home, questioning the necessity of removing the pill's coating before use. Users suggest that the coating isn't harmful, and finasteride dissolves in ethanol, with some recommending filtering out the coating and fillers.
A user had a bad experience with MV Supplements when their Pyril powder and ethanol order leaked during shipping, making the products unusable. Despite contacting support and providing evidence, the company's return policy did not allow for a refund or replacement.
The conversation is about using liposomal finasteride for hair loss treatment, highlighting its cost-effectiveness and ease of preparation. It suggests using lecithin and crushed finasteride pills to make the solution, which has shown to be significantly more effective than other topical formulations.
Mixing peppermint and rosemary oil with minoxidil improves hair growth. Users report positive results with this combination, using both liquid and foam forms of minoxidil.
Peppermint oil may increase hair thickness more effectively than minoxidil, but its effects are mostly studied in animals. Users report mixed results, with some seeing no regrowth and others noting slight improvements when combined with other treatments.
A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using saw palmetto (800 mg daily), a derma roller (0.5 mm twice a week), rosemary oil, and a multivitamin. The user mentions using Bliss Pharma's saw palmetto supplement.