Breezula protects hair follicles from both testosterone and DHT, unlike finasteride, which only protects against DHT. This could potentially lead to significant hair regrowth, similar to results seen in transgender individuals using hormone blockers.
Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hair loss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.
The user has been using Minoxidil for 15 years and recently started using a topical Finasteride spray, noticing an increase in small, thickening hairs after two months. They experienced side effects with oral Finasteride but only minor ones with the spray, and still have more than half the bottle left after two months of use.
The user shared a 4-month hair loss treatment update, using Kirkland liquid minoxidil twice daily, microneedling with 1.5mm and 0.5mm needles, and applying rosemary oil twice a week. They plan to start taking finasteride and also grew a beard by microneedling and applying minoxidil to their face.
HairClone aims to rejuvenate miniaturizing hair follicles through follicle banking and cell expansion, with treatments potentially available in the UK by 2022. The process involves extracting, storing, and cloning hair follicles, but full regenerative treatments will take many years to develop.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.
The conversation discusses potential future hair loss treatments, including SCUBE3, hair follicle cloning, and GT20029, with mentions of past disappointments like CosmeRNA and hopes for treatments like Verteporfin for infinite donor hair.
Poor sleep quality may affect hair growth cycles by disrupting the body's natural clock and stress hormones. The focus should be on improving sleep to support overall health, including hair growth, rather than relying solely on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
A user shared their 2-month progress using oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, topical rosemary oil, keto shampoo, a derma pen, and scalp massages for hair loss. They reported significant improvement and plan to continue with updates.
The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.
A user shared their 16-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and micro-needling, noting significant improvement and minor side effects like stray ear hairs. Consistency in treatment was emphasized, with noticeable hair improvement within the first 6 months.
A user shared 4-month progress pictures using a daily Hims fin/min/ketoconazole/biotin hybrid spray for hair loss, reporting positive results. Suggestions included adding microneedling to the routine.
User shares 4-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and dermarolling. Others discuss treatment details and express admiration for the results.
Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.
Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.
The conversation discusses the appearance of hair transplants immediately after surgery, noting that scars will be covered as hair grows. The original poster underwent both FUT and FUE procedures.
A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral Finasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 6% Minoxidil spray, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Hawthorne thickening shampoo and conditioner. They experienced thicker body hair as a side effect but no other issues.
The conversation discusses using topical Melatonin for hair loss, which has shown an average increase in hair density of 41% in 6 months. The original poster is inquiring about others' experiences with Melatonin for this purpose.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
Latanoprost is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, noted for its synergy with minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors, but concerns include its effectiveness on scalp hair, cost, and potential skin darkening. Some users express interest in trying latanoprost or bimatoprost despite limited real-world evidence.
Rosemary essential oil, particularly cineole, is considered by some to be beneficial for hair growth, though its effectiveness compared to minoxidil is debated. Finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are recommended treatments, while oils like rosemary and peppermint are seen as supplementary for scalp health.
A user shared progress pictures showing thicker hair after 8 months of using Fin/Min spray from HIMS. The conversation includes skepticism and humor from other users.
OP is using scalp massages, dermastamping, and rosemary oil for hair improvement, with mixed opinions on effectiveness. Some suggest lighting affects perceived results, while others recommend treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for better outcomes.
A user is experimenting with applying undiluted peppermint oil to their scalp daily to stimulate hair growth, based on a rat study where peppermint oil outperformed minoxidil. The user reports immediate hair thickening and increased scalp blood flow, while others in the conversation express skepticism, humor, and concern about the undiluted application.
Many users criticize advice on forums that suggest shaving heads instead of trying treatments like finasteride for hair loss. They argue that maintaining hair is important for self-esteem and dating success, and that baldness often requires compensating with other attributes.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth and miniaturization, with the user transitioning to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and occasionally using topical minoxidil. The user observes baby hairs near the hairline but less on the scalp, indicating possible regrowth and shedding.