community Topical peppermint may reduce scalp T and DHT?
Peppermint oil may promote hair regrowth by decreasing scalp testosterone and DHT levels. Other herbs in the Mint family, like spearmint and rosemary, might also reduce testosterone.
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210-240 / 1000+ resultscommunity Low-dose daily aspirin reduces topical minoxidil efficacy in androgenetic alopecia patients.
Low-dose daily aspirin reduces the effectiveness of topical minoxidil in treating androgenetic alopecia. Aspirin inhibits sulfotransferase enzymes, which are necessary for minoxidil to work.
community Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV
Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.
community Combining oral dut with topical finasteride for reduced scalp DHT
The conversation discusses combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride to further reduce scalp DHT levels for hair regrowth. Users debate the effectiveness and safety of this combination, with some suggesting alternatives like topical antiandrogens such as RU58841, fluridil, and alfatradiol.
community Cardio for more than 60 minutes reduces DHT levels and improve hair growth
Long aerobic exercise (over 60 minutes) can reduce DHT levels and improve hair health. Some users discuss using Tadalafil (Cialis) to further reduce DHT after exercise, while others mention using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 for hair growth.
community Taking this supplements seem to have significantly reduced my hair fall. Will it help others too?
Taking curcumin, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin D, and theaflavin supplements significantly reduced hair fall. The user suggests others try these supplements and report their results.
community Will a product of these ingredients will reduce hair thinning problem
Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are suggested for hair loss treatment. Supplements like biotin and saw palmetto may help but are not effective for androgenic alopecia.
community Will a product of these ingredients will reduce hair thinning problem
Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for reducing hair thinning. The conversation focuses on the effectiveness of these ingredients in addressing hair loss.
community Is Finasteride the only way to reduce scalp DHT?
A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.
community Any users on Mintop gain +This contain allantoin, will this helps to reduce the flakes due to alcohol.
Minoxidil with allantoin may help reduce scalp flakes caused by alcohol. Users discuss its effectiveness for dry scalp issues.
community Does 0.5 mg of finasteride reduce SCALP DHT the same as 1 mg?
The conversation is about whether 0.5 mg of finasteride reduces scalp DHT as effectively as 1 mg. Users suggest that even lower doses like 0.05 mg can significantly reduce scalp DHT.
community Is Vitamin B6 + Pyridoxine the same as P5P? Want to use it to reduce my Prolactin.
The user is considering using P5P to reduce high prolactin levels and is questioning if oral minoxidil could be contributing to the issue. They are also debating whether to switch from oral to topical minoxidil.
community Anyone try this supplement to reduce stress-induced hair shedding?
A user is trying Relora supplements to reduce stress-induced hair shedding. They are frustrated with ongoing hair loss and are open to trying new solutions.
community topical spironolactone as alternative to RU to reduce scalp testosterone in men
User tried topical fin, dut, min, tret, hydrocortisone, microneedling, nizoral, collagen, propidren supplements, and laser helmet for hair loss with slow progress. They ask if topical spironolactone is a safer, effective alternative to RU for suppressing testosterone and treating hair loss in men.
community Supposedly dairy contains precursors to DHT that are already 5a-reduced and convert to DHT independent of 5a-reductase inhibition
Dairy may contain DHT precursors that could affect hair loss and prostate health, with some users noting reduced hair shedding after eliminating dairy. Individual responses to dairy and DHT blockers vary, with some attributing hair health to diet changes and others seeing no impact.
community The rate of Scalp DHT suppression does not reduce hair miniaturization at the same rate
Reducing scalp DHT doesn't directly correlate with preventing hair miniaturization, as different follicles have varying sensitivity levels. Dutasteride at 0.5 mg and 2.5 mg shows minimal visual difference in hair regrowth, with side effects being a consideration for higher doses.
community 2 Weeks on Topical Fin 0.01% - No Reduced Hair Fall Yet, Is This Normal?
Topical finasteride 0.01% may not show results after 2 weeks; it typically takes 3-6 months. Consistent application is advised for potential hair maintenance.
community Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!
The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.
community Is there a known amount of fin that can reduce serum DHT by only around 25% over the longer term?
The conversation discusses finding a finasteride dosage that reduces DHT by about 25% to minimize side effects, with considerations for topical versus oral formulations. Alternatives like dutasteride mesotherapy and topical treatments are explored, with concerns about systemic absorption and potential impacts on athletic performance and hormone levels.
community Can I use topical steroid along finasteride to reduce scalp inflammation and hairloss?
The user asks if finasteride can be used with the topical steroid betamethasone dipropionate to reduce hair loss and scalp inflammation. The discussion revolves around combining these treatments for better results.
community In a study, 0.5mg Dut reduced scalp DHT by 51% And 2.5mg Dut reduced scalp DHT by 79%. So, what about 1mg of DUT and 1.5mg?
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different doses of Dutasteride (Dut) in reducing scalp DHT levels. It suggests that 1mg and 1.5mg doses would reduce scalp DHT by amounts between 51% and 79%.
community Tretinoin stays mixed in minoxidil for months. Does it reduces tretinoin effectiveness or disturbs it at molecular levels??
Tretinoin remains stable when mixed with minoxidil for months, and its effectiveness is not reduced or disturbed at the molecular level. The discussion focuses on the compatibility of tretinoin with minoxidil in hair loss treatment.
community For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?
The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.
community 6 months progress , dut 0.5 daily ( side effects: slightly reduced libido and ejaculatory volume) oral Minoxidil 5mg daily ( no sides)
User experienced 6 months progress using dut 0.5 daily and oral Minoxidil 5mg daily, with some side effects. Others congratulated and shared similar experiences, giving hope.
community If we lose hair because of our sensitivity to DHT, then why are we trying to reduce DHT when our sensitive androgen receptors are the culprit?
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hair loss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
community 1 year on oral minoxidil 5mg and finasteride 1 mg on alternate days. Started derma rolling 1 month back. Will the vellus hair in temple become terminal? Also seeing good hair growth and reduced hairfall after I started Biotin and other hair growth supplements
The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including oral minoxidil 5mg and finasteride 1mg on alternate days, along with derma rolling, biotin, and other supplements. The user reports good hair growth and reduced hair fall, with no side effects from oral minoxidil except increased body hair.
community Quitting Caffeine, Reducing Sugar, and Generally Improving Health as a Whole Has Personally Reduced Miniaturization and Shedding for Me as Well as Given Me Slight Improvements in Temporal Density.
A user experienced hair loss improvement by quitting caffeine, reducing sugar intake, and improving overall health, while also using rosemary oil conditioner. They previously tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling, but stopped due to side effects and heart palpitations.
community Is this regrowth? Some before & after pictures. Fin (1mg) EOD Reduced scalp pain, You can check my profile for some better pictures, it’s been good or bad, I really don’t know. Let me know about this, Thanks in advance.
A user's progress in hair regrowth after taking finasteride (1mg) every other day, and the replies to the post offering support, advice, and encouragement.
community So I earlier used to use the alchol variant but it lead to dryness in scalp and I switched to a non alchol variant that contains oleanolic acid , is it more or less the same , coz I heard alchol helps in better penetration so wondering if this would reduce my hair growth.
The user switched from an alcohol-based Minoxidil to a non-alcohol variant with oleanolic acid due to scalp dryness. They are concerned if the non-alcohol variant will be less effective for hair growth.
community 5 month results on natural protocol, i made a post after 3 mont of treatment wich you can find in my profile. I used different massages(detumescence therapy, wooden brush, tom hagerty exercises)vitamins(d3,fish oil, biotin,msm, magnesium) drank green tea and ate pumpkin seeds( reduces dht)
The user "Zealousideal-Pack340" shared their 5-month results on a natural hair loss treatment protocol, which included massages, vitamins, green tea, and pumpkin seeds. Some users suggested using medications like finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others criticized the effectiveness of natural remedies. Overall, there was no clear consensus on the progress of the user's hair regrowth.