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      community Best vehicle for topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      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.

      community Magnesium oil + microneedling? (21m)

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using magnesium oil and microneedling to promote hair growth, alongside finasteride, due to financial constraints preventing the use of minoxidil. Another suggestion includes using a certilizine solution for hair health.

      community Listen to anyone besides your Mom while fighting hair-loss

      in Satire  464 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.

      community 300 days of fin/min/microneedling/nizoral

      in Progress Pictures  242 upvotes 3 years ago
      Slow, steady progress on hair loss treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling and Nizoral; the need for patience when using these treatments over a period of months or years; and how to deal with discouragement due to slow progress.

      community Microneedling doesnt seem to do anything

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.

      community Unexpected Hair Growth

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced unexpected hair growth and improved skin and nails after adding daily vegetable juices, including carrot, spinach, celery, and beet, to his diet. He is not using any other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

      in Female  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

      community 8 month progress, slowly but surely. Topical Min/Fin, Microneedle, Niz, etc....

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair regrowth after 8 months using treatments including topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, Pyrilutamide, GHK-Cu/Min topical, and supplements like fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. They've seen progress but slower regrowth in the midsection of the scalp and are seeking advice to improve it.

      community 17M with Diffuse Thinning, Dandruff, and Body Hair Shedding

      in Basic Questions  93 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning, dandruff, body hair shedding, and other symptoms, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium. They are using ketoconazole shampoo and considering blood tests to check for thyroid issues or deficiencies.

      community Shedding tremendously on RU5841

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting RU58841, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over a year without stabilization. Others suggest continuing the treatment as shedding can be a normal phase, but caution that RU58841 is unpredictable.

      community Get your iron and ferritin levels checked

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      Low iron and ferritin levels can contribute to hair shedding, and low ferritin can reduce the effectiveness of finasteride. Supplementing iron and vitamin D can help improve hair growth and overall health.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.

      community I scaled my company to +100k MRR and became bald in the process. (I’m 24)

      in Satire  201 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old scaled his company to over $100k MRR but experienced hair loss, attributing it to stress and genetics despite using treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil. Many suggest embracing baldness, focusing on health, or considering additional treatments like Finasteride, while others debate the impact of stress versus genetics on hair loss.

      community Creatine? Experiences?What say YOU?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair shedding in some individuals, but there is no strong scientific evidence linking it to hair loss. Many users report personal experiences of increased hair loss with creatine, while others see no effect; OP is considering creatine while using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss.

      community RU58841 5% is roughly equivalent to Dutasteride 2mg — here's why

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 3 months ago
      RU58841 5% is theoretically equivalent to 2mg of dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with RU58841 offering higher potential but more variability due to absorption issues. Users discuss the effectiveness of RU58841 and dutasteride, with some preferring dutasteride for consistent results and others finding success with RU58841.

      community South Korean Red Light Therapy Study

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 months ago
      Korean scientists developed a red light therapy that reduces a hair loss marker by 92%. Users discussed the benefits and drawbacks of natural sunlight versus red light caps for hair health, with some suggesting supplements for vitamin D.

      community Everyones everyday routine regarding hair?

      in Hair Systems  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including the use of minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral. Participants emphasize the importance of finasteride and minoxidil, while also considering factors like diet, stress, and scalp health.

      community Breezula Phase 3 confusion - did they change something?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.

      community Cheap topical anti-androgens recommendations?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about finding affordable topical anti-androgens for hair loss. The user is currently using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, and is advised that additional topical treatments may not be necessary.

      community Thinking of making my own Breezula. Any advice?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      OP is considering making a 5% topical Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss, as they use Minoxidil but can't use Finasteride due to side effects. They seek advice on creating the topical safely, possibly with help from a trained chemist.

      community Starting finasteride before dermatologist (I’ll explain)

      in Finasteride  215 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and has been prescribed finasteride by a Telehealth company. He plans to start finasteride, improve his lifestyle, and take supplements like DIM and Zinc to manage potential side effects.

      community 5mg or 2,5mg oral minoxdixil?

      in Minoxidil  67 upvotes 6 months ago
      Starting with 5 mg of oral minoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.