A user's experience with the Big 3 (minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841) hair loss treatment along with dermarolling. The dermaroller pin was 1.5mm used once per week and drew some blood but not a lot.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.
The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.
A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Platelet rich plasma treatment is considered expensive but cheaper than hair transplant.
User noticed receding temples, used minoxidil and microneedling with positive results. Added saw palmetto and eucapil, experienced shedding and thinner hairline, but no side effects.
A user is seeking a European supplier for a 3-in-1 hair loss medication containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin. Suggestions include using forwarding services and a UK-based provider, with discussions on potential import taxes.
User reports 3 months of microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, and zinc for hair loss. Others comment on great progress and suggest checking back after 1 year.
Hair regrowth after 13 weeks using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, peptide shampoo, serum, and a red light hat. Some growth is attributed to a recent hair transplant.
The user is using RU58841, Revivogen, Regenepure ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to use a stimufield cap to address hair loss. They aim to avoid finasteride and minoxidil while hoping to stop hair loss and regrow hair.
TWIST-1 gene's role in hair loss and potential as a treatment target. Inhibiting TWIST-1 may prolong hair growth and reduce hair follicle sensitivity to DHT.
Setipiprant and bimatoprost are being discussed as potential future treatments for hair loss. Some individuals have started testing setipiprant before FDA approval, but no progress updates are available yet.
Tretinoin and microneedling both enhance hair growth through different mechanisms, with microneedling being considered safe for long-term use. Optimal microneedling needle length varies, but 0.8 mm is suggested for hair growth, and a Dermastamp is recommended to avoid skin damage.
People are discussing hair loss treatments, including pyrilutamide, minoxidil, dutasteride, alfatradiol, and bimatoprost. Users share their experiences and side effects, noting that pyrilutamide is considered more effective and safer than RU58841.
The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.
Pyrilutamide/KX-826 is being discussed for its effectiveness in hair regrowth, with some users reporting positive results, especially in early hair loss cases. Users have combined it with treatments like Minoxidil, and some experienced initial shedding before seeing regrowth.
Exosomes are discussed as a new hair loss treatment, but skepticism is expressed about their effectiveness. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
GT20029 showed promising results for hair growth in a Phase II trial, with the 1.0% twice-weekly regimen being the most effective. Some users expressed skepticism and humor about the product's effects and market availability.
A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.
The user reports noticeable hair growth progress after three months using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, microneedling, and Vitamin D. Encouragement and additional advice, like using keto shampoo, are given by others.
The user has been using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and biotin for hair regrowth over four years, recently adding microneedling with a derma pen. They are considering increasing microneedling frequency, trying minoxidil pills, and possibly using Dutasteride for better results.
Akkermansia bacteria can improve hair growth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.
The user initially started finasteride at 5mg unknowingly, then experimented with various minoxidil formulations, leading to inconsistent results and hair loss. They resumed treatment with topical finasteride and minoxidil, seeing some regrowth, and are now using a more structured regimen while considering a hair transplant.
PP405 shows promising results for hair density improvement, potentially outperforming Minoxidil in a shorter time. However, its public release is expected around 2029/2030, and its cost and availability remain uncertain.
Kintor's KX826 (pyrilutamide) is ineffective at 0.5% and overpriced at 1%, leading to user frustration and calls for fair pricing. Users suggest sticking with proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth by returning to a regimen of 1mg oral finasteride daily and daily topical minoxidil after previously reducing their doses. They also emphasize maintaining energy and health through diet, exercise, and supplements.
The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.
A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.