A 7-month progress report of using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as keto dieting and derma stamping; the discussion also touched on RU58841 and its potential side effects.
The conversation discusses a five-year hair maintenance routine involving microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, and thickening shampoo. Opinions vary, with some seeing maintaining hair as a success and others expecting more visible results.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins and supplements. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments do not stop hair loss or promote regrowth.
Microneedling and tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption for hair loss, but evidence on their effectiveness is limited. Iron supplements and broccoli sprouts are suggested for enzyme activation, but their impact on hair is unclear.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.
A user documented their two-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling, showing significant improvement. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil after the first year, experiencing some shedding and minor bloating.
The user has been using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride for one month, experiencing some hair shedding. They also use a multivitamin, derma rolling, and a shampoo with ketoconazole and salicylic acid, seeking advice on additional treatments.
A 33-year-old is using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride (1mg), a derma pen, and 0.05% tretinoin on the hairline to treat hair loss, showing progress after 2 months. They apply tretinoin in the evening with minoxidil and use a derma pen once a week at 1.5mm.
A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.
A 42-year-old uses dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and dermastamping for hair regrowth, reporting no side effects and noticeable progress over two years. The user takes 0.5mg of dutasteride and varies microneedling frequency, seeing early signs of new growth.
A 17-year-old is considering using minoxidil (OM) for hair thinning but is concerned about potential side effects and hormone disruption. They plan to use rosemary oil, ketoconazole shampoo, hair peptides, microneedling, and scalp massages as part of their treatment.
After nearly four months on finasteride, a user noticed improved hair quality but developed nipple puffiness, suggesting early signs of gynecomastia. They considered switching to other treatments like CB-03-01 or RU58841 and contemplated consulting an endocrinologist about aromatase inhibitors.
The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.
A Spanish dermatologist suggests sulforaphane for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to remove DHT metabolites, though high dosages are needed. A topical formulation might be possible.
A 59-year-old man with significant hair loss has seen some improvement, including reversal of Retrograde Alopecia and darkening of hair, after switching to RU58841 and a new minoxidil base solution with additional ingredients. He also changed from a derma roller to a derma stamp for application.
A user shared their 20-week progress using topical minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.1%) with a 1mm dermastamp, showing significant hair regrowth from NW5 to between NW3V and NW4. They experienced no side effects and plan to update at 12 months.
The conversation is about an 18-year-old male considering topical finasteride for hair loss and asking about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair regrowth and density. No specific treatments were confirmed to be used.
Clascoterone 5% topical solution is effective and safe for long-term use in treating male pattern hair loss. Cosmo Pharma aims for EU and US approval, with a potential US release in late 2027 or early 2028.
The conversation discusses using peptides BPC-157 and TB-500, combined with microneedling, to potentially enhance hair regrowth. The user plans to try BPC-157 due to its lower cost and reports of hair growth, despite limited human trials and concerns about side effects from other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.
TGF-B affects hair growth, both causing stem cell division and death depending on amounts. Amplifica's treatment injects Scube3 to increase TGF-B for hair growth.
Minoxidil can inhibit collagen production, potentially causing premature aging. The user is inquiring if Vitamin C serum or derma rolling can counteract this effect.
The user is considering changing their hair loss treatment from topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride, with suggestions to add microneedling and possibly red light therapy. They are also exploring the addition of a caffeine and adenosine mix to their regimen.
The 6 month progress of a 40 year old user using topical Finasteride and Minoxidil and weekly Microneedling to treat hair loss, with other users offering advice and asking questions.
A 22-year-old is experiencing a receding hairline and has started using minoxidil and finasteride. They are considering using Jamaican black castor oil and are seeking advice on application and dosage, while also exploring microneedling and scalp massaging for hair regrowth.
The user reports significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride twice daily, along with derma rolling twice a week. They have not experienced shedding and are optimistic about continued hair growth.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after 11 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and occasional microneedling. The user aims to motivate others starting similar treatments.
The user has been using finasteride daily, scalp massages, micro-needling, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss, with noticeable progress after 9 months. They are considering adding minoxidil but are hesitant due to concerns about long-term commitment.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using saw palmetto (800 mg daily), a derma roller (0.5 mm twice a week), rosemary oil, and a multivitamin. The user mentions using Bliss Pharma's saw palmetto supplement.