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660-690 / 1000+ resultscommunity I wanted to share this micro-needling study with you guys, it cites multiple studies and goes pretty in-depth and shows promising results for those who do it.
community TE Shedding for nearly 10 months now
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.
community Mild shedding after switching minoxidil formulations – coincidence or related?
Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil may cause mild shedding, possibly due to differences in absorption. Returning to the original liquid formulation typically stabilizes shedding within a few weeks.
community NW5 advice current treatments AGA
Minoxidil, PRP, low-level light therapy, stem cell therapy, mesotherapy, Acell, and microneedling are discussed as treatments for thickening fine hairs in NW5 hair loss sufferers. A hair transplant may be necessary for significant improvement.
community Solo use of Pyrilutamide: UPDATE
A user who has been using Pyrilutamide for 19 days, experiencing some hair thickening in the right temple and crown area but also having ball ache after microneedling; other users offer advice, caution and skepticism as to whether results can be seen in such a short time.
community Topicals for sensitive scalp (+sed derm)
community The Ordinary hair serum / Redensyl / Taxifolin initial experiences
A user shared their initial experiences with The Ordinary hair density serum, which contains Redensyl (taxifolin). They observed increased hair volume but also developed pimples, likely due to the serum stimulating sebaceous glands.
community Personal Anecdote: Be careful with oral min, it can have a bad impact on your skin
Oral minoxidil can cause skin issues like redness and bumps. The user saw no hair improvement with oral minoxidil but noticed increased facial hair.
community My mom brought this over from Iran, what do you guys think?
A user discusses an Iranian hair loss treatment brought by their mom, questioning its effectiveness. Replies mention that Kopexil, an ingredient in the product, is different from Minoxidil and less tested.
community Meds aside, what do you guys use to thicken hair
community Microneedling with liposomal minoxidil
Microneedling may enhance the effectiveness of liposomal minoxidil for hair loss. The user is also using tretinoin.
community 3-4 Month Re growth (Updating in 3 months)
The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a rejuvenating scalp serum with caffeine, rosemary, and ginger, topical ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and derma rolling. The user seeks advice for scalp pimples and irritation.
community Pyri - Spraying works better compared to using a dropper (Personal Observation)
Spraying pyrilutamide on the crown area shows noticeable improvement compared to using a dropper. Applying directly to the vertex is challenging without wasting the product.
community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast
Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.
community If all these vellus hairs turn terminal I’m gonna be a chewbacca
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, and other treatments for hair regrowth, showing promising results in the temple area. Despite some skepticism, there is optimism about potential improvement.
community Finasteride induced acne!? ANY suggestions pls! Zinc?
community Is Anyone using Latanoprost at all?
A user discusses using latanoprost, a costly treatment that may extend the hair growth phase and improve hair quality, wondering why it's not more popular. They already use a combination of finasteride and minoxidil and plan to incorporate latanoprost into their routine.
community Fin EOD, topical min 1x day, keto 2x a week, Vitamin D3 + Zinq - Some progress, i hope for more. Temples gotton better too, lots of babyhairs everywhere.
The user reports progress in hair regrowth using finasteride every other day, topical minoxidil once daily, ketoconazole twice a week, and Vitamin D3 with zinc. They note improvement in temple areas and the appearance of baby hairs.
community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment
After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.
community High Estrogen and Test on Dut 5x a week
A user experienced increased pimples and cysts after two years on dutasteride, possibly due to hormonal changes. Suggestions included seeing an endocrinologist, using supplements like boron and DIM, adjusting diet, and reducing body fat to manage side effects.
community Vellus hairs sprouting up everywhere where hair used to be... is this a positive sign?
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.
community Hypertrichosis goals (yes, yes R2M)
The user aims to achieve a hypertrichosis look and has used topical Minoxidil for 20 years, now trying oral Minoxidil in a low dose. They seek alternatives to Minoxidil to avoid side effects.
community Wouldn’t it be funny if there already was a drug that existed which reactivated sleeping follicles? It would be our own version of Ozempic
PP405 shows promise for reactivating hair follicles, with potential maintenance using 5AR inhibitors. Current treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are effective but have limitations, and there is hope for more effective solutions in the future.
community Has anyone ordered JXL-069 (grey market PP405)?
People are discussing JXL-069 (PP405) for hair loss, with some experimenting with a 0.05% topical gel. Concerns about safety and efficacy persist due to limited testing and lack of official approval.
community Temple revival. Dropping Oral min.
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 Who's tried these topical solutions?
Topical melatonin, caffeine, and adenosine have shown impressive results in increasing hair density by 55% in 8 weeks, according to a Medium article.
community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
community Can this fate be avoided? Or must i simply accept it.
A 19-year-old is experiencing early hair loss, possibly due to oily skin, stress, poor diet, and lack of sleep. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and plan to visit a dermatologist for further advice.
community I Finally Shaved It Off After PRP Fail
A user who decided to shave their head after trying PRP for hair loss with minimal results, and the replies which commended them on how good they looked without it.