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      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 8 months ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community Hows the bro science feeling about 5mg oral min once a day or 2.5 twice?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 7 months ago
      Oral minoxidil boosted vertex hair but not the hairline, with a stack including 5mg minoxidil, 2mg dutasteride, topical foam minoxidil, fluridil, and Nizoral. Users discuss dosing strategies, with some suggesting 2.5mg twice daily for sustained levels, while others recommend 5mg once daily based on clinical trials.

      community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.

      community 25M - 1.6 years on treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  268 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil for 1.6 years to treat diffuse thinning, with significant hair regrowth except for the hairline. He plans to get a hair transplant for further improvement and reports no side effects from the treatment.

      community If sea salt spray makes thinning worse, then what?

      in Styling  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Sea salt spray may not be ideal for thinning hair, and alternatives like texture powder, thickening tonic, and styling clay are suggested for volume without damage. Some users recommend thickening sprays or mousse for a fuller appearance, while others suggest considering medication for hair loss.

      community Ultimate Non-5AR (fin/dut) stack?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to 5AR inhibitors for hair loss treatment, suggesting options like minoxidil, KX-826, pyrilutimide, microneedling, and topical bicalutamide. Concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments are also highlighted.

      community Steam cells treatment research is promising

      in Research/Science  48 upvotes 7 months ago
      Stem cell treatment research shows promise in reversing hair loss in mice, but it's likely 10 years away and expensive. Current recommended treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community Carrier for homemade topical Finasteride

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about making topical finasteride using stemoxydine as a carrier. The user is considering buying Redken Cerafill Hair Re-Densifying Treatment (Stemoxydine) 90ml for this purpose.

      community Chlorine dioxide: An effective product?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chlorine dioxide was discussed as a potential hair growth treatment, with a method involving spraying it on the scalp and covering it with a cap. Concerns were raised about its safety, comparing it to bleach.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community How I stopped minoxidil build up on my scalp.

      in Minoxidil  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from minoxidil with propylene glycol to a glycerin-based solution helped reduce scalp buildup and dandruff. Using ketoconazole shampoo and a scalp massager also improved scalp health.

      community Clascoterone - clearnet vendor

      in Chat  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a clearnet vendor for clascoterone, also known as Winlevi, for hair loss treatment. The user is seeking recommendations via direct message.

      community About microneedling for hair.For AGA,Is dermastamp better?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old female with AGA due to PCOS is using 5% minoxidil foam and 2mg finasteride daily, and is seeking advice on microneedling frequency and safety. Concerns about finasteride dosage and its effects on PCOS were discussed, with emphasis on trusting the prescribed treatment plan.

      community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

      community Best Treatment In The Pipeline?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      New treatments for AGA are emerging, including pyrilutumide, gt0029, scube3, kx-826, and pp405. Verteporfin is mentioned as a promising option.

      community Spironolactone topically with a try ?!

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old male is considering using dutasteride and fluridil for hair loss maintenance and is curious about the effectiveness of topical spironolactone, as he cannot take finasteride. He is also planning a hair transplant.