Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    960-990 / 1000+ results

      community My RU58841 Progress / Hair loss journey

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and topical finasteride. They found RU58841 effective for diffuse thinning but experienced severe hair loss after stopping it; topical finasteride worked well for a receding hairline but caused side effects. They also use a charcoal shampoo and practice scalp massages.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community Almost two months on topical Fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old man has been using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone for hair regrowth, experiencing minor side effects. He plans to remove hydrocortisone due to potential long-term health risks.

      community 3 month Progress update w/before and afters - 4 in 1 topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a topical solution containing 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, reporting improvements in thinning areas. Another user mentioned using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and minoxidil foam, discussing costs and side effects.

      community 4 months into min/fin topical spray with 1-2x week microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 4 months of using a minoxidil and finasteride topical spray combined with microneedling 1-2 times a week. They notice some scalp redness and irritation but are unsure if the increased hair density is due to regrowth or longer hair.

      community Microneedling + topical fin/min: how to structure the routine?

      in General  78 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is using a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hair loss and plans to add weekly dermastamping, starting with a needle length of 0.6mm. They seek advice on the safety of combining these treatments, the impact of skipping one dose weekly, and the frequency of replacing the dermastamp.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community Minoxidil, Fin and Cetirizine.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user started a hair care routine using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 2ml of 5% minoxidil, and 4.5mg of cetirizine topically to address hair loss. They plan to provide updates and are also interested in cetirizine's potential to reduce scalp itching and redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
      From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      community From almost 0 to ?: A journey through hair regrowth - big 4

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  100 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is using a hair regrowth treatment plan that includes finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and piroctone olamine shampoo. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of their regimen and dosage of finasteride, and are curious about others' experiences with piroctone olamine.

      community New Study: PP405, developed by Pelage Pharmaceuticals, can reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells and stimulate natural hair growth by 20%

      in Research/Science  839 upvotes 7 months ago
      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.

      community I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community 3 months progress on topical minox and finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been applying 2ml of 5% minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride daily for hair loss and started derma rolling a week ago. They are considering adding 0.025% topical dutasteride to their routine twice a week and are seeking advice.

      community 2 month hair transplant update - HLC Ankara - How we looking?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 35-year-old shared a 2-month update on their hair transplant of 3153 grafts, noting redness, itching, and some pimples, while using finasteride for over 12 years to maintain hair. Users discussed the effectiveness and timing of starting finasteride, with some suggesting consulting a doctor for young individuals considering the treatment.

      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.

      community 11 months Topical Min: Before and After (Ecstatic)

      in Progress Pictures  459 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old woman shared her successful hair regrowth journey using topical Minoxidil 5% once daily, resulting in thicker hair and increased confidence. She avoided oral treatments like finasteride due to potential side effects and focused on consistent application of Minoxidil.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community 5 months progress post on topical min and fin

      in Is this regrowth?  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared a 5-month progress update on using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, with microneedling and vitamins. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and increased the treatment to twice daily after month 4.

      community Results from oral treatment vs topical

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss, specifically using a mix of retinoic acid, finasteride, and minoxidil, after oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride were ineffective. The user is concerned about the cost and potential impact of dandruff on the absorption of topical treatments.

      community cosmeRNA finally now it's pyrilutamide turn

      in Chat  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include cosmeRNA, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide. Users debate effectiveness, side effects, and upcoming treatments, with some expressing skepticism and others optimism.