OP asks if face copper peptides from Sephora can be used on the scalp for hair benefits. User233 suggests AHK-CU is mainly for hair, but GHK-CU can also be used.
Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."
A user wants to try melatonin for hair loss by mixing melatonin powder with a topical oil serum. They are asking if this mixture is possible and effective.
The conversation discusses mixing finasteride (Essengen-F) with a multi-peptide serum for hair density. The main concern is whether these products can be used together safely.
The conversation discusses whether to get a blood test to check DHT levels while using Dutasteride for hair loss and concerns about Quercetin's potential interaction with Dutasteride. It concludes that testing DHT isn't necessary unless no effects are seen, and the small amount of Quercetin in a multivitamin likely doesn't interfere with treatment.
A user reported significant hair regrowth using a homemade 0.01% topical finasteride solution, highlighting its effectiveness and lack of side effects. The discussion included concerns about oral finasteride's side effects and the benefits of topical solutions.
A user on finasteride for hair loss is considering topical dutasteride to further reduce scalp DHT and is using various other topicals as substitutes for minoxidil due to concerns about the safety of their cats and potential heart side effects from oral minoxidil. They are exploring whether a once-weekly application of topical dutasteride would be effective.
Using a dermaroller with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride regrows hair and improves temple areas. Users highlight the benefits of microneedling tools and stress the importance of consistency and proper sanitation.
A user experienced positive hair regrowth using oral and topical minoxidil, oral dutasteride, microneedling, and supplements. They noted improved hairline and temple density with minor side effects like a few forehead pimples.
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.
A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.
People are discussing a shrine in Kyoto, Japan, dedicated to hair, where rituals are performed to protect against balding. The conversation humorously suggests visiting the shrine if treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 aren't effective.
The potential hair regrowth benefits of ASC-J9, a synthetic modified version of curcumin that is said to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride. Reports from users suggest good thickening and temple regrowth with topical use at 0.025% concentration.
The conversation discusses the lack of promising results from the 23rd Annual Meeting of Japan Society of Clinical Hair Restoration, with no significant advancements expected in the next five years. Treatments mentioned include setipiprant, with skepticism about its effectiveness.
Hair follicle regenerative therapy is being developed, with clinical trials planned in Japan, potentially allowing for hair cloning and eliminating the need for treatments like finasteride. If successful, the treatment could be available in Japan by 2025, but widespread access and affordability may take longer.
Combining spironolactone with koshine might enhance the effect of blocking androgen receptors for hair loss treatment. The user suggests adding crushed spironolactone pills to koshine.
Shiseido's S-DSC hair regenerative treatment in Japan focuses on improving existing hair by thickening miniaturized follicles, not creating new ones. There is limited patient feedback and long-term data available.
The conversation is about receiving a shipment of Koshine, also known as Kintor, which is an anti-androgen treatment for hair loss. The user is eager to try the KX-826 product and observe its effects and any side effects.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and their prevalence in Japan. It highlights the common use of these treatments among Japanese salarymen and the ease of obtaining them online or through clinics.
Japanese and Korean diets provide sufficient minerals like folate, B12, vitamin D, zinc, iron, and copper, which may reduce androgenic alopecia. High soy consumption, containing phytoestrogens, might also contribute to lower hair loss in these regions.
The conversation discusses the potential of Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract as a treatment for hair loss by inhibiting FGF-5. The user also mentions the product évolis, which is based on this extract but is only available in the US and Australia.
Cold shock therapy may promote hair growth, but cold alone is not effective. Combining treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, cold showers, spicy foods, and exercise may enhance results.
Shiseido's S-DSC Hair Multiplication Treatment in Japan is available to foreigners but is expensive and not very effective. Despite past disappointments, there is hope for future treatments with more options in development beyond Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The conversation discusses an interview with Dr. Tsuji about hair follicle stem cell multiplication and the financial challenges of starting human clinical trials. It also mentions the need for funding to secure a patent for a protein that promotes hair growth.
PP405 is a safer alternative to JXL069 for hair loss treatment because it penetrates the skin effectively and degrades in the blood, avoiding systemic toxicity. JXL069, when forced into the body, can cause dangerous side effects like lactic acidosis due to its inability to degrade safely.
KOSHINE826 is a new anti-hair loss and hair growth solution that claims to effectively control oil, reduce hair fall, and promote real hair growth. It targets androgenetic alopecia by inhibiting DHT and has shown promising results in clinical trials.