Natural remedies may improve hair and scalp health but do not stop hairloss related to DHT or other imbalances. Proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are recommended for effective results.
The user is experiencing hair shedding despite starting finasteride 4 months ago, with no signs of miniaturization. They are seeking advice after normal blood tests and similar family experiences.
A 35-year-old is using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, and rosemary with biotin oil to address hair thinning. They are considering the effectiveness of their current regimen and contemplating adjustments, such as discontinuing topical minoxidil or trying dutasteride for better results.
OP shares their experience with PCOS-related hairloss, highlighting that addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies, managing hormones with spironolactone, and using gentle hair care products helped improve their condition. They advise against relying on "miracle" hair oils and emphasize the importance of medical evaluation and a combined approach to treatment.
A user shared their hairloss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and saw palmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.
The user is using a regimen of 1mg Dutasteride daily, topical finasteride and minoxidil, multivitamins, and supplements to address hairloss but hasn't seen improvement. Suggestions include sticking to one medication, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant, while noting that some treatments may not regrow hair.
A 25-year-old noticed thinning hair at the temples and started using finasteride (1mg/day) for two months, along with keto shampoo twice a week and vitamins like vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. They are seeing some results and are hopeful about regaining lost hair.
A user shared their 46-day progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss, noting significant improvement and no major side effects. They advised ensuring dermatologists understand diffuse thinning and expressed disappointment with their initial dermatologist's recommendations.
A 25-year-old is experiencing mild hairloss and is using a regimen including scalp brushing, dermarolling, topical minoxidil, caffeine, melatonin, and a DHT-blocking shampoo. Another person shares their struggle with hairloss due to drug use and plans to start finasteride while trying to quit drugs.
A user reports significantly reduced hair shedding by using a topical mixture containing 10% Minoxidil, 0.1% Melatonin, 5% Azelaic Acid, 5% Rosemary Oil, and 5% Peppermint Oil, and attributes the success mainly to Melatonin. They also use a copper peptide serum (AHK-Cu) for hair growth and Ketoconazole shampoo for scalp cleaning, but have stopped using other treatments like Finasteride and RU58841.
The conversation is about a user who has been bald for 15 years and is trying to regrow hair using a dermaroller, minoxidil, nourishing serums, biotin supplements, and mesotherapy. Other users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for better results.
Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hairloss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgenetic alopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.
The conversation is about someone experiencing continued hairloss despite using Pyrilutamide and considering the need for more time or better quality control for the treatment. Another person suggests waiting for the drug to be officially approved due to potential quality issues with current products.
PP405 may reactivate dormant hair follicles but won't replace hair transplants or resurrect dead follicles. Its effectiveness, cost, and impact compared to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are uncertain.
A 15-year-old is concerned about hairloss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.
A user is concerned about hairloss and is hesitant to use medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects, and is seeking natural alternatives such as garlic, biotin, and scalp massages. Suggestions include dermarolling, essential oils, and lifestyle changes like exercise and diet to improve blood circulation and block DHT.
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hairloss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hairloss despite internal factors.
The user has been using Dutasteride 0.5mg, Biotin, and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg for 12 weeks to treat hairloss and is optimistic about future results. Others encourage consistency and express satisfaction with the progress.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hairloss reduction with this method.
The conversation discusses a hairloss regimen using natural oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, evening primrose, and sea buckthorn, along with microneedling, niacin, vitamin B complex, and astaxanthin. Some users criticize the effectiveness of this approach compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others suggest adding saw palmetto and other supplements.
Reducing DHT in the scalp is ideal for hair retention, with topical finasteride and dutasteride being common treatments. Some users report side effects like reduced libido, while others experiment with higher doses for regrowth.
The user experienced reduced hairloss using an online serum but found it too expensive and is seeking a vendor for ptd-dbm. They are also interested in KY19382 but are unable to find it.
A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.
A 25-year-old is experiencing hairloss since 2022, possibly linked to post-COVID effects, and is hesitant to use minoxidil or finasteride due to side effects. They have tried shampoos, vitamins, and scalp massages with limited success and are seeking natural solutions.
The user is concerned about hairloss despite using finasteride and dutasteride, with no regrowth but stabilized loss. After a recent hair transplant, they are experiencing shedding and are unsure if it's due to shock loss or ineffective treatment.
A 26-year-old male experiencing hairloss since 2020 is using topical 5% Minoxidil and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for four months, still experiencing significant shedding. He is considering cutting his hair short and has not yet started DHT blockers like Finasteride or Dutasteride.
The conversation is about a person using oral minoxidil, biotin multivitamins, dutasteride lotion, a hair growth serum with redensyl, capixyl, and procapil, ketoconazole with zinc shampoo, and monthly PRP treatments with a derma roller for hair growth. Someone encouraged them to continue with their regimen.
The conversation discusses faith in Pyrilutamide as an effective hairloss treatment and mentions a favorite hair YouTuber who is diligent in research and humorously criticizes others. No specific treatments are detailed in the provided text.
A 29-year-old male experiencing hairloss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.