Blocking DHT may slow down aging and improve skin, with users reporting positive effects from finasteride. Minoxidil and RU58841 are also mentioned as treatments.
The user experienced thicker and healthier hair after 1.5 years of using finasteride daily, with no side effects. They plan to start minoxidil to enhance regrowth.
Topical spironolactone is discussed for hair loss treatment, with mentions of DIY solutions and dermatologist compounding. Users inquire about regrowth and sourcing the treatment.
User experienced hair kinking after starting minoxidil, despite being on finasteride for two years. Another user confirmed similar issues and suggested switching brands due to propylene glycol in minoxidil.
A user experienced hair loss after taking chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements but stopped shedding after discontinuing them. They noticed thinning around the temples and started dermarolling.
Transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with suggestions to either slowly transition or frontload dutasteride. The user is also using minoxidil, nizoral, needling, and LLLT.
miR-205, a tiny RNA, can stimulate hair growth by softening aging hair follicle stem cells in mice. Future tests aim to see if this can work in humans.
Minoxidil regrowth may be slowed by low vitamin D and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing slow hair regrowth and is considering addressing these deficiencies.
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
The user is experiencing hair improvement in the central and back areas after using finasteride, minoxidil, and a galenic lotion, but the temple area is worsening. They suspect the lotion might be causing the issue and are considering stopping its use.
A user is considering mixing fast-drying minoxidil with Kirkland minoxidil to reduce greasiness and drying time. They also use liquid minoxidil to apply RU58841 powder.
The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.
A 34 year old female with androgenic alopecia who has tried treatments such as Spironolactone, Desogen, Minoxidil and Finasteride in order to address her hair loss. It also details the experiences of other women taking Spironolactone for Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL).
The user tried dutasteride for hair loss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.
The 24-hour waiting period after dermarolling before applying minoxidil is unnecessary. New research supports the simultaneous application of minoxidil with microneedling for better hair growth results.
The conversation is about using melatonin for hair loss, with users discussing different products and methods for topical application. They mention concerns about ingredients and cost, and one user suggests a magnesium scalp serum with melatonin.
The conversation discusses the use of pyrrolidinyl diaminopyrmidine oxide (triaminodil) compared to minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user is considering switching from 5% minoxidil to a product containing 5% triaminodil.
The user saw hair improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, and a red light cap, noting better results after adding finasteride and stressing routine consistency.
There are no updates on GT20029, and concerns about its safety and effectiveness remain. The phase III trial has not started, and there are no new studies or data releases.
The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.
A user's 2.5 year transformation of using 0.5mg finasteride and RU58841 to combat hair loss, with the possibility of increasing the RU for further regrowth.
The user has been on 1.2 mg finasteride for 1.5 years with minimal results and recently switched to dutasteride. Suggestions include adding minoxidil, derma rolling, and considering dietary changes to improve hair health.
A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.
Minoxidil bottle developed crystals, possibly due to air exposure, but the trichologist advised not to worry. The user questions the advice, noting the lack of recommendations for finasteride or derma rolling.
The user is experiencing noticeable hair improvement after 4.5 months of using a treatment regimen including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, Nioxin shampoo, microneedling, topical NANoxidil, and copper peptides. Feedback from others is positive, encouraging the user to continue the treatment for at least a year or more.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil, with additional advice from other users about the use of dutasteride, LLLT (irestore hat), and Dr pen microneedling.
A user shares progress on hair thickening using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and dermastamping. Another user notes slow but ongoing improvement with a similar treatment routine.
A user asks about experiences with Minichek F 5% with Procapil, specifically its drying time. Responses discuss the effectiveness and drying time of the treatment.