Topical retinol does not affect hair loss and may help hair regrowth. It is different from isotretinoin, which can cause hair loss due to its systemic effects.
A user shared their one-year hair treatment results using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, reporting thicker hair without sideeffects. Others discussed similar treatments, noting improvements in hair thickness and hairline appearance.
The conversation discusses the use of microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about potential long-term effects like fibrosis and scarring. Users share experiences and opinions on combining microneedling with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but there is uncertainty about the long-term safety and efficacy.
Finasteride and Dutasteride used in combination with RU58841 and microneedling, as a treatment for hair loss. There was discussion on progress of the treatment and potential other methods to consider.
The user started shedding hair after beginning testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and added RU58841 to address the shedding. They reduced their TRT dose and hope RU58841 will stop the shedding quickly.
A 40-year-old used minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for one year, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth despite initial shedding. They believe having more hair is beneficial for dating at their age and also recommend staying fit, eating well, and sleeping over 8 hours.
The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to sideeffects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.
The user experienced minor hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial sideeffects like minor sickness and reduced sexual desire. The user is surprised by the early results and plans to continue the treatment, also using Nizoral shampoo.
The user shared progress after 7 months of hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil with finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT laser cap, and scalp massage. They reported thicker, denser hair with no significant sideeffects.
Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.
The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.
The user switched to oral Dutasteride, added RU58841, and used Ketoconazole-enriched Minoxidil but still experiences scalp itch and hair loss after 4 months. They are advised to give Dutasteride more time, consider seeing a dermatologist, and explore other topical solutions.
A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing sideeffects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.
Finasteride doesn't work, but dutasteride is effective despite sideeffects. The discussion focuses on the effectiveness of dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss.
The conversation discusses the sideeffects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of sideeffects and the role of individual biology.
The user experienced sexual sideeffects from a topical finasteride and minoxidil combo and stopped using it after three weeks. They plan to use foam minoxidil nightly to slow hair loss and seek alternative treatments that don't affect sexual health.
A 29-year-old reports positive hair recovery after 7 months using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and vitamins, following a 3600 graft DHI procedure. They experienced no sideeffects from the topical treatment, unlike with oral finasteride.
A user reported visible hair regrowth after using finasteride for almost six months and inquired if results continue improving over time. They also mentioned using finasteride with sulforaphane and experiencing only minor sideeffects initially.
An 18-year-old male has been taking oral finasteride 0.25 mg daily for almost four months to address hairline recession, experiencing mild sexual sideeffects like softer erections and lower libido. He also uses Tugain 5%, ketoconazole, and vitamins, noticing slowed shedding but no major regrowth, and seeks advice on managing sideeffects and hair loss.
The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair thinning but noticed increased hair shedding after three weeks. They are concerned and seeking advice on coping with this sideeffect.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and regained confidence after using 1 mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily. Initial sideeffects like weak erections and hard nipples resolved over time as the body adjusted.
The user plans to switch from minoxidil to finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss, while managing hormones with aromatase inhibitors and SHBG blockers. They seek advice on the best options for these treatments, considering past sideeffects and future therapies.
The user successfully overcame finasteride sideeffects by lowering the dosage and adding zinc and vitamin B6 supplements. They also micro-dosed dutasteride and resumed weight lifting.
The user experienced hair thinning due to a testosterone spike and used a minoxidil solution and topical finasteride gel. After four months, the gel caused sideeffects without improving hair thinning, leading to questions about continuing or adjusting the treatment.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to sideeffects like brain fog and lower libido. They experienced hair regrowth with finasteride but are concerned about potential sideeffects of dutasteride.
User discusses hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Many users praise the progress and ask about the treatments' effectiveness and sideeffects.
The user shared their experience with CB-03-01 (Breezula/Clascoterone) for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and improved hair appearance but experiencing significant sleep disturbances and low energy due to HPA axis suppression. They decided to stop using it due to these sideeffects and are waiting for GT20029 as an alternative.
Topical spironolactone is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with concerns about its effectiveness and sideeffects compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Users mention its unpleasant smell, potential systemic absorption, and suggest alternatives like pyrilutamide and alfatradiol.
The conversation advises against waiting for future hair loss treatments and suggests using proven treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Some users regret not starting treatment earlier, while others discuss the effectiveness and safety of current treatments and the potential of microneedling.