A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.
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.
Sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, promotes hair growth by degrading DHT. Users discuss its potential benefits and joke about unconventional application methods.
A user is concerned that prolonged use of valisone (betamethasone) and clotrimazole solution for scalp dermatitis may be causing hair thinning and loss. They noticed thinning in the area where the solution was applied.
User is using minoxidil with tretinoin 0.025% and experiencing peeling and burning on the scalp. They are unsure if it's effective or if they are using it too frequently.
A 28-year-old male shared his 46-day hair growth progress using finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, derma stamping, keto shampoo, vitamins, and protein. He experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after adding oral minoxidil, with plans to continue for better results.
The user experienced new hair growth after switching from oral finasteride to topical RU58841 with minoxidil and undergoing stem cell therapy. They noticed new hairs at the hairline and temples, but are unsure which treatment is responsible.
Capilia Longa is considered as an alternative to Minoxidil for beard growth, with some users reporting positive results. However, concerns exist about its effectiveness and high cost, especially for scalp use.
Hair is growing faster after 2 weeks of using topical vitamin D3 in alcohol/oil. The user plans to continue the experiment for 3 months before giving a full review.
Alfatradiol (0.025%) is an effective and safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, increasing anagen hair rates with minimal side effects. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness and ease of use compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841, with some combining it with stemoxydine and Minoxidil.
A woman experienced increased body hair and acne with minimal hair improvement after switching from topical to oral minoxidil. Suggestions included reducing the oral dose, trying spironolactone, returning to topical minoxidil, or considering laser treatment for body hair.
A user (Majestic-Head3874) who has had successful hair regrowth with the combination of topical minoxidil, oral finasteride and microneedling treatments. People are asking for details about these treatments and Majestic-Head3874 is sharing the regimen they used.
Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Topical and oral spironolactone show potential in improving hair growth when combined with topical Minoxidil.
The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.
A user is considering ordering topical finasteride with castor and rosemary oil from a Turkish pharmacy. They are debating whether to include the oils or use only PG and ethanol as the carrier.
A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using a topical spray with 0.3% Finasteride, 7% Minoxidil, 2.2% Ketoconazole, and 0.2% Biotin, along with microneedling. He noticed new hair growth on his temples and experienced initial shedding, with no significant side effects after the first month.
The user has been using finasteride for two years without results and recently started a new routine involving derma stamping, retinol, and minoxidil, which seems to show progress. The user microneedles about half the week and uses L’Oréal night serum for retinol.
The Sons combination spray for hair growth includes 0.15% topical finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and 0.015% tretinoin. Users discuss potential side effects like reduced libido and application methods affecting absorption.
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 experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
A user noticed baby hairs after combing out locs and has been applying castor, rosemary, and peppermint oil daily. They are curious about progress, sharing photos from different stages.
The user shared their 5-year hair recovery journey using finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, noting mixed progress but overall improvement. They regret not starting treatment earlier and recently received positive health feedback from their doctor.
The user is currently using 0.025% Pantostin but plans to switch to 0.1% Alfatradiol. They will also use high-dose Kx826, high-dose Minoxidil, and aggressive microneedling for hair regrowth.
Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
Soy consumption may help prevent androgenic alopecia, but it can decrease sexual drive in some men. There is a connection between soy and androgenic alopecia, suggesting a potential protective effect.
Placebo hair regrowth might be influenced by propylene glycol in lotions or participants lying about using other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or microneedling. Being part of a study can also improve hair health due to lifestyle changes.