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      community Sea salt spray and powder for thickness in New Zealand?

      in Product  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about finding sea salt sprays, volumizing powders, and waxes for hair styling and thickness, specifically available in or shippable to New Zealand. The user seeks affordable options for these hair products.

      community Success using NMN and quercetin.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP experienced hair improvement using NMN and quercetin after stopping finasteride, but later resumed finasteride due to shedding. They believe NMN and quercetin still help with hair loss.

      community Just a rule of thumb regarding "the cure™"

      in Chat  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      Be skeptical of claims about new baldness cures; current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil remain the best options. New products like Breezula and PP405 lack compelling evidence and may not be available soon.

      community Is shedding a good sign for antiandrogens?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Shedding may indicate potential regrowth when using KX-826, similar to Minoxidil and finasteride. Users report improved hair quality and minor side effects like slight headaches.

      community PP405 2a study was a safety study. Some rational explaining.

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.

      community Pyrilutamide update number 2 - 2 week use

      in Update  174 upvotes 3 years ago
      An update on the use of Pyrilutamide, a new drug for hair loss, which has resulted in no shedding or testicle ache; other users have questioned the science behind this and shared their own experiences with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and microneedling.

      community Trying to eat Beetroot Powder and not get bald

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and is using minoxidil while considering beetroot powder, which may affect testosterone and DHT levels. They are cautious about starting finasteride due to potential side effects.

      community 5mg KX 826 Worked. Will 2.5mg Hold?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Reducing the dose of Pyrilutamide from 5mg to 2.5mg may still maintain hair loss results, but effectiveness can vary. Users discuss the cost and dosage implications, with some cautioning against reducing the dose due to its dose-dependent nature.

      community Thoughts on Avixis Alfatradiol?

      in Product  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.

      community Are there any reviews of KX-826 yet?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users reporting no regrowth after three months. It may prevent further hair loss but might not promote regrowth unless combined with Minoxidil.

      community Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 3 years ago
      The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.

      community Chinese Research Chemicals You Suggest

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically RU58841, with mentions of side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. Alternatives like Pyri, KX-826, and Breezula are also mentioned.

      community Shaved my (transplanted) hair during quarantine

      in Shaved/buzzed  107 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shaved their transplanted hair during quarantine and shared positive results after one year, using Minoxidil 5%. They had 1,500 hairs transplanted via the DHI method with no visible scarring.

      community Atherosclerosis as cause of balding and treatment

      in Treatment  61 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

      community Creatine causes hair loss zzzzz

      in Satire  88 upvotes 7 months ago
      Creatine is humorously blamed for hair loss, with users sharing exaggerated and satirical experiences. Some users report no hair loss with creatine, while others mention using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to manage hair loss.

      community Began An Intensive Protocol but it's now all habit.

      in Hair Systems  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user follows an intensive hair loss protocol including dutasteride, biotin, black tea, pumpkin seed oil, peppermint shampoo, rosemary conditioner, mukemame, soy milk, lycopene, garlic, magnesium, chamomile, spicy food, citrus bergamot, zinc, multivitamins, kefir, and Greek yogurt. They plan to alternate between pumpkin seed oil and safflower oil and will share before and after pictures.

      community Question about clascoterone acne cream

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone cream can be used on the scalp, but it may not be effective due to its dosage. AR antagonists like clascoterone are generally less effective than 5AR inhibitors for hair loss.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.