Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.
The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to increased hair loss. They have resumed these treatments and are considering a hairtransplant.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.
The user is experiencing significant hair loss and is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly a hairtransplant. They are advised to consult a dermatologist and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride, while being aware of potential side effects and the need for ongoing treatment.
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 19-year-old is using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to combat hair loss, seeing improved hair density but minimal hairline regrowth. Users suggest patience, continued treatment, and possibly considering a hairtransplant in the future.
A user shared their personal experience with hair loss treatment, detailing their journey from initial hairline thinning to regrowth. They tried several protocols, with the most effective being a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and topical tretinoin, and plan to continue finasteride daily.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for 5 months and is considering a hairtransplant to improve hair density. They are also using a 0.5mm dermaroller once a week.
A 20-year-old is using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride with stemoxydine, alfatradiol, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermapen for hair loss and is considering mixing these treatments to save time. They are also contemplating a hairtransplant that requires 3500 grafts.
Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hairtransplants or acceptance.
A 27-year-old male has been using finasteride for six years and recently started oral minoxidil to address hair loss, experiencing some side effects like lightheadedness. He is considering shaving his head or a hairtransplant while continuing his current treatments.
A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing with hair loss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.
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.
A user recommends the Hair Restoration Network forum for better guidance on hair loss, mentioning it has many helpful hair doctors and surgeons. They express hope that others find solutions and feel less despair.
Donald Glover's (aka Childish Gambino) hairtransplant results, which appear to be moderate with around 1000 grafts. Various users discuss the previous and current appearance of his hairline and speculate that he may have used medications like Minoxidil or finasteride to stabilize before getting a transplant.
The user has been using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements for six months with some progress in hair loss treatment. They are considering a hairtransplant and have been advised to continue the current regimen for 12-18 months, possibly adding microneedling or trying dutasteride.
The user started taking dutasteride a month ago and is seeking advice on whether to wait for a year before getting a hairtransplant, as it could potentially strengthen the donor-zone and require fewer grafts, or to get a transplant immediately, extracting only the "strong hairs" not affected by dutasteride. The user is unsure which approach is correct.
A user shared their 1.5-year progress after a FUE crown transplant, using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved their hairline and stabilized hair loss. They experienced dizziness from topical minoxidil but had no side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, or oral minoxidil.
A 30-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss despite using Dutasteride 0.5mg and PRP for 15 months, with no success. He is considering a hairtransplant but is advised to stabilize hair loss first and explore other treatments like topical Minoxidil or combined therapies.
Hair loss discussion mentions ineffective treatments like Nutrafol and low-level laser therapy sold by transplant clinics. Trust in hair restoration doctors questioned due to promoting these treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, finasteride, and Nizoral shampoo, with initial shedding but eventual improvement. They plan to continue the treatment after regaining lost progress from stopping minoxidil.
The user is experiencing gradual hair growth using 5% minoxidil, 0.01% finasteride, vitamins, capixyl serum, niacin, and weekly microneedling, with plans to increase finasteride dosage. Despite some side effects, they remain optimistic about hairtransplant results, focusing on the crown and temples.
A 20-year-old with aggressive hair loss is using oral minoxidil and finasteride, considering a buzz cut to manage appearance. Most suggest a buzz cut or shaving, recommending patience with medication and possibly trying RU58841 or dutasteride.
Hair cloning technology is advancing, with clinical trials for improved methods expected by 2028 and 2029, potentially offering a solution for hair loss if donor follicles remain. Organtech's expansion into other biotech areas may secure funding, but the effectiveness of cloning depends on the availability of androgen-resistant donor follicles.
David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.
A case study that suggests verteporfin may be able to help regrow donor hairs after FUE extraction, and the potential implications of this result. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
GT20029, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.