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      community Pyrilutamide - cosmetic vs. clinical trials

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the difference between the commercially available Pyrilutamide and the version in clinical trials. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community ZINC Causing excessive hair shedding!

      in Product  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.

      community 24M -Two months and 24 days with topical Min only twice a day.

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using topical Minoxidil twice daily for nearly three months and is considering reducing the application to once daily. Users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better long-term results and recommend combining treatments like microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin for maximum effectiveness.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

      community Anyone using Finastopic (no pg Isdin)?

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propylene glycol (PG) solution. The user was prescribed a 1% finasteride solution using Finastopic and has been using a self-compounded 0.025% topical finasteride with minoxidil.

      community 3 & 7 months progress on Topical Min and Topical Fin

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth over 7 months using topical Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, and multivitamins with biotin, noting more regrowth at 3 months than at 7 months. They suspect a shedding phase and are considering the impact of not continuing microneedling.

      community Before and after pics 3.5 months apart

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.
      What kind of balding is this?

      community What kind of balding is this?

      in General  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male is experiencing hair loss on the sides of his head, with inflammation and itchiness, while the top remains thick. He is using topical dutasteride and keto shampoo to address the issue.

      community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.

      community 5 months of 1mg Fin, daily GHK-CU injection, daily keratin/biotin/MSM supplement, daily Pura D’Or Advanced Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner, daily Ayurvedic oil, Ket x3/week, weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1mg finasteride, daily GHK-CU injections, keratin/biotin/MSM supplements, Pura D’Or shampoo and conditioner, Ayurvedic oil, ketoconazole thrice weekly, and weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU. The post includes progress pictures.
      16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      community 16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      in General  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and bald spots, using Nizoral, rosemary oil, fluocinolone, and receiving PRP treatments. They are considering oral minoxidil and finasteride but are hesitant due to age and financial constraints.

      community Best homemade topical Finasteride formula ?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses homemade topical finasteride formulas, comparing two solutions with different proportions of alcohol and propylene glycol. The user seeks advice on which formula is gentler on the scalp, suggesting that less alcohol might be better.

      community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.

      community 2,5-3 months progress. I might be a hyper responder?

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 3 months ago
      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.

      community Quercetin got rid of my scalp soreness

      in Chat  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

      community Does this look like progress? 4mo on treatment.

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is 4 months into using a treatment with 5mg Dutasteride and 1.25mg Minoxidil daily, along with vitamin K2 and weekly dermastamping. They report some hairline improvement but no noticeable change in the crown area yet.

      community Itchy/Sore scalp with hair loss M(28).

       3 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, itching, soreness, and numbness on the scalp, with symptoms including dry, brittle hair and scalp irritation. Treatments tried include Nizoral, salt water, various oils, and antihistamines, with limited success; a chemist suggested a possible fungal infection, while a doctor suspected male pattern baldness.

      community Is this regrowth? (3 months on Dut. 0.5mg, Min. 2.5mg, a & Keto)

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 3 months of using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo, along with supplements like pumpkin seed oil and vitamin D. They notice tiny hairs on their scalp and seek opinions on whether this indicates regrowth.