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      community Fallopia multiflora (Fo-Ti) for Hair Regrowth?

       3 upvotes 12 years ago
      Fo-Ti is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but its effectiveness is questioned. Users express skepticism and caution about its use.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 8 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

      community White peony root extract for hair loss

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      White peony root extract is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. The conversation questions if anyone has tried it or researched its use in traditional Chinese medicine.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community Combine minoxidil, tazarotene, lumigan

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      Combining minoxidil 5%, tazarotene 0.1% cream, and lumigan for hair loss treatment is discussed. The conversation focuses on the safety and effectiveness of using these treatments together.

      community Topical 5% minoxidil vs compounded topical spray

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from regular 5% minoxidil foam to a compounded 5% minoxidil spray with added caffeine, melatonin, and tretinoin for easier application and potentially better results. Another user mentions that tretinoin can enhance minoxidil's effectiveness by converting it to its active form.

      community Bimatoprost (Lumigan) for MPB?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Bimatoprost for eyebrow regrowth and its potential use on the hairline, with concerns about cost and side effects. Alternatives like topical Minoxidil are mentioned, but the user is worried about aging and acne.

      community folligenz liposomal minoxidil sulfate

      in Chat 2 months ago
      Folligenz liposomal minoxidil sulfate is being discussed for its effectiveness and cost, with users comparing it to regular minoxidil and tretinoin. One user found no difference with the 10% version and noted that a lower tretinoin percentage reduced side effects like skin peeling.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community Nordic biolabs Stem cells = Apple Stem Cells

      in Product  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new hair growth product claims to use apple stem cells, plant collagen, and bamboo leaf extract, with a 120-day money-back guarantee. Some users are skeptical, noting the product's marketing alongside other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and red light therapy.

      community Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.

      in Chat  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.

      community Vitamin E, tocotrienols discussion

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Tocotrienols are being discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth, but users report no noticeable effects after several months of use. Some users are combining tocotrienols with other treatments like pumpkin seed oil and peppermint and rosemary oil.

      community minoxidil on eyebrows feedback

      in Female  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A female user is seeking feedback on using topical minoxidil on eyebrows due to eyebrow loss, as oral minoxidil hasn't worked and they avoid Latisse due to potential fat loss.

      community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

       20 upvotes 6 years ago
      Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

      community Water retention from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

      community Diffuse thinning temporary solution

      in Product  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user with diffuse thinning recommends a root cover-up spray as a temporary, medication-free solution. They plan to consult a dermatologist for treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride while using the spray for special occasions.

      community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment

      in Treatment  99 upvotes 3 years ago
      Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community Tropical growth stimulants other than minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair growth treatments to minoxidil, including Stemoxydine, Tretinoin, adenosine, Baicalin, castor oil, Latanoprost/bimatoprost, and Redensyl. Users share their experiences and opinions on the efficacy of these treatments.

      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       22 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community Temple regrowth, what worked for you?

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling are commonly used for temple regrowth, with varying results and timelines. Consistency and patience are emphasized, with some users seeing progress after several years.

      community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping

      in General  48 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.