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      community Best shampoo and conditioner for hair loss

      in Product  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.

      community Scalp massagers really do work.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Silicone scalp massagers are claimed to slow or reverse hair loss and improve hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and scalp tension. Some users also mention using them alongside treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community Before and After - My journey so far

      in Progress Pictures  574 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 28-year-old used oral finasteride and minoxidil, and underwent two hair transplants in Turkey, with a total of 3150 grafts, resulting in a natural-looking hairline. The first procedure cost £3300, and the second was a free touch-up, with additional costs for flights and accommodation.

      community Shaved it off and already grateful! I have a question for those here.

      in Shaved/buzzed  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      LazyJam shaved their head after not seeing significant results from using finasteride and microneedling for hair loss, feeling more self-acceptance and saving money. Others in the conversation discuss their own reasons for continuing hair loss treatments, such as personal appearance, self-esteem, and not wanting to shave regularly.

      community Random thought that I don't think I have seen here yet. If Verteporfin is able to stop scar formation successfully in humans to a large degree (assuming future studies show this), wouldn't this basically open up the door for it being a no brainer for strong NW2s and 3s to opt for hairline lowering?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential for Verteporfin to reduce scarring, making hairline lowering surgeries more viable for men with mild hair loss. The user suggests that if scarring can be minimized, men might opt for hairline lowering instead of using grafts for other areas.

      community Fin 1 year, not looking better

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been taking finasteride for a year without improvement and added minoxidil and dermarolling recently, but hair loss continues. Blood tests showed normal testosterone and vitamins, except for low vitamin D3 and an allergy, which doctors suggested could be causing the hair loss.

      community Lysine IS helping

      in Update  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Lysine supplementation at 2 grams daily reduced hair shedding by 25% and made hair strands thicker. The user highly recommends lysine for hair health.

      community Losing Hope, Not Sure if I should keep fighting

      in Update  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair thinning and is using multiple treatments including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, latanoprost, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, saw palmetto, and derma wounding. They are considering adding RU58841 and are contemplating a hair transplant and exosomes due to frustration with current results.

      community Masseter Muscles and the Tension Theory of Baldness

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory of baldness, suggesting that over-developed masseter muscles may harm hair follicles. Botox injections to relax these muscles reportedly led to an 18% increase in hair count in men with AGA.

      community Wish me luck

       27 upvotes 8 years ago
      The post discusses starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, along with plans for a hair transplant. The user also mentions dealing with severe acne, depression, and other health issues.

      community Justin Trudeau really is one lucky guy

      in Satire  233 upvotes 8 months ago
      Justin Trudeau's full head of hair at 53 is humorously attributed to unpredictable genetics and possible use of finasteride. The conversation jokes about a resemblance to Fidel Castro, suggesting genetic luck or treatment use.

      community Boar bristle or nylon bristle brush?

      in Female  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with medium length hair and thinning at the top is using an adenosine-based hair growth serum and seeking advice on whether to use a boar bristle or nylon bristle brush to stimulate hair growth. They are concerned about their sensitive scalp.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community What Are the Technicalities of Curved Hair Transplantation?

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Curved hair transplantation requires specialized tools and techniques to avoid damaging hair follicles, with modified FUE being the preferred method. Proper extraction and implantation angles are crucial to prevent complications like keloids and sterile folliculitis.

      community Why dont we research more on body hair

      in Chat  32 upvotes 3 months ago
      Body hair is more resilient than scalp hair due to different gene expressions and DHT sensitivity. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair loss, but they have varying effects on body and scalp hair.

      community 27M 1.25 fin 5 months, 1ml 5% min 2x daily 2 months

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 27-year-old male has been using 1.25mg finasteride for 5 months and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 2 months, along with biotin and vitamin D supplements, to improve hair growth. He reports some progress and side effects like reduced libido, and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and possibly adding dutasteride after a year.

      community Do all roads lead back to Turkey?

      in Chat  40 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride can stabilize hair loss and sometimes regrow hair, but many people still opt for hair transplants, often in Turkey, due to cost and convenience. However, transplants require ongoing medication to maintain results, and not all clinics offer high-quality outcomes.

      community My progress after 4-5 months of taking meds

      in Progress Pictures  411 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth after 4-5 months using oral minoxidil (10mg) and finasteride (1mg) without side effects. Concerns were raised about the high dosage of minoxidil and potential long-term health risks.

      community 19 years old - 3 months of min+fin

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 19-year-old has been using a regimen of 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride for three months to combat early-onset balding. The user reports some progress and plans to continue the current treatment, while others suggest considering additional treatments like dutasteride for more aggressive cases.