Sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, promotes hair growth by degrading DHT. Users discuss its potential benefits and joke about unconventional application methods.
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.
A 23-year-old male switched to a topical solution containing Fin 0.1% and Min 5% from a previous solution with Fin 1% and Min 5%, noticing increased hair shedding. He is concerned about losing around 50 hairs while using ketoconazole shampoo.
The user is starting a hair loss treatment including topical finasteride/minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, exercise, and quitting caffeine. They are seeking advice on derma roller needle size, potential side effects, and additional recommendations.
Cyclosporine A is discussed as a powerful hair growth stimulant, potentially more effective than minoxidil, but concerns about safety and side effects, including cancer risk, limit its use. The conversation highlights the need for further research and experimentation with topical application, despite its risks.
The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.
The user observed that stopping nicotine and caffeine improved their scalp health while using oral finasteride. However, relapsing with caffeine and nicotine caused scalp tightness and inflammation.
A 21-year-old with accelerated hair loss due to stress and weight loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to combat balding, despite experiencing a significant initial hair shed. They are committed to continuing treatment for at least three months and are considering switching to topical finasteride if necessary.
Dutasteride mesotherapy is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with opinions on its effectiveness compared to oral dutasteride. The treatment is noted for being expensive, potentially painful, and more popular in Europe, with some users questioning its advantages over traditional methods.
HMI 115 is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with skepticism due to past disappointments like cosmeRNA, brezula, and pyrilutamide. The user is questioning if they should be hopeful for new developments in the next six years.
The conversation discusses using TH16, a topical melatonin with resveratrol, and stemoxydine for hair maintenance, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects. The user is considering a low-dose topical finasteride despite sensitivity.
The user is unsure if their hair thinning is due to fungal infection/inflammation or genetic factors and is hesitant to start Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are currently using Ketoconazole 2% and triamcinolone acetonide and are concerned about potential side effects from other medications.
The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.
DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.
Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.
The user is trying to regrow hair on a bald spot using a routine that includes Minoxidil, Mielle Organics products, and Toppik Hair Building Fibers. Other users suggest adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to block DHT for better results.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
The user is experiencing excessive hair thinning and is unsure of the cause. They are seeking opinions on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
Topical finasteride may reduce more scalp DHT but is seen as inconsistent and messy compared to oral finasteride. Users report mixed results with both forms, with some preferring oral for its convenience and consistent dosing, while others find topical effective but harder to apply.
Balding's emotional impact is discussed, highlighting self-acceptance and well-being. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are mentioned, but the focus is on self-care and maintaining perspective.
Minoxidil can cause flaky skin, and users suggest using ketoconazole 2% shampoo three times a week and a pH-balanced shampoo on other days to help manage it. Argan oil was considered but may leave hair oily.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for almost a year, experiencing initial shedding, followed by regrowth, and then another shedding phase. They are concerned about the effectiveness of their current regimen and are considering adjusting their finasteride dosage.
30 y/o male started balding at 22, began treatment at 29 using oral dut, oral min, derma rolling, nizoral shampoo, and considering low level light therapy. Plans to monitor progress for 1-2 years and may get hair transplant or use hair system if needed.
Nizoral, a ketoconazole shampoo, can cause scalp dryness and hair shedding if overused. Users discuss alternatives like Selsun Blue, finasteride, and dutasteride for managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis.
The user is experiencing white flakes on their scalp despite using anti-dandruff shampoos and oils for six weeks. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole at higher concentrations, as it might be seborrheic dermatitis, which can lead to hair loss if untreated.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, with positive results, and recently added daily broccoli consumption, noticing improved hair thickness. Another user suggests that leg exercise, not broccoli, might be contributing to the hair improvement.