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community Need advice, seeing growth by using just a derma roller

in Microneedling 10 upvotes 5 years ago

User reports using a derma roller daily, seeing new hair growth along the hairline without using Minoxidil or finasteride. They seek advice on further promoting hair growth with their current routine.

community Minoxidil and facial aging

in Minoxidil 52 upvotes 5 years ago

Minoxidil may cause facial aging or wrinkles, though opinions vary. Some users report side effects like dark circles and facial bloating, while others attribute changes to genetics or other factors.

community Finasteride and Its Effects on Cognition: Where's the Science?

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 6 years ago

The user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including low-dose minoxidil, finasteride, and essential oils, and expressed concerns about the cognitive side effects of finasteride. They are seeking more information on how finasteride may affect cognition and are considering whether to continue or stop the treatment.

community L'Oreal working on Hair Cloning - Poster Presentation

in Research/Science 22 upvotes 6 years ago

L'Oreal is working on hair cloning, with multiple companies using similar techniques, making hair cloning likely by 2030. The conversation expresses optimism about the progress and potential affordability of hair cloning solutions.

community 3 weeks on topical fin, started shedding hard

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 6 years ago

A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.

community Microneedling + Peppermint

in Advice 12 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using microneedling and peppermint oil as an alternative treatment for hair loss, with the original poster having previously experienced side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Another user mentions mixing peppermint oil with jbco (Jamaican black castor oil) for hair growth and also experiencing side effects from minoxidil.

community Why don't more people here use oils?

in Treatment 23 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.

community Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects

in Finasteride 80 upvotes 6 years ago

The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.

community Let Me Sell You on NAC

14 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses using NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users noting potential hairline improvement and increased energy. The original poster reduced their finasteride dosage due to mental decline and anxiety, and while NAC's effects on hair are anecdotal, it is considered low-risk with other health benefits.

community I'm a tressless woman who's ready to call it quits.

in Female 14 upvotes 7 years ago

A woman who is considering giving up on her hair loss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.

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