Creatine may cause hair shedding and texture changes, with mixed user experiences. Combining creatine with finasteride doesn't always prevent these effects, possibly due to individual DHT sensitivity.
A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after 4.5 months using a chewable treatment with 1mg finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, despite initial shedding and acne from accutane. Opinions on progress vary, with some noticing thicker hair and others seeing no difference or thinning.
Bryan Johnson used a customized hair restoration formula from Roots byGA, which includes Minoxidil, Cetirizine HCl, Latanoprost, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Caffeine, Tretinoin, VitaminD3, and Vitamin E. Many users are skeptical of the effectiveness and uniqueness of the treatment, suggesting that standard treatments like Minoxidil and Dutasteride are more reliable.
A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
A 17-year-old with thinning hair is considering using Revalid, a supplement with ingredients like biotin and zinc, based on parental recommendations. Another user suggests that supplements could help since the hair thinning doesn't seem to be androgenic alopecia.
A 24-year-old male started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitaminD for hair loss but noticed worsening thinning and white patches on his temples. He seeks advice on improving his regimen, which includes topical minoxidil and a shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
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.
Users discussed the effectiveness of Everychem's solution, similar to PP405, with some reporting improved hair thickness and new growth. Concerns were raised about safety and the legitimacy of the product, with some users advising against purchasing research chemicals.
The user "Venom7337" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the treatments they used: Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo. They hope to see further improvement in hair density and hairline.
Hair loss treatment should target dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT) to restore hair follicles. Potential remedies include tocopherol (vitamin E), botox, rosiglitazone, niacin, kojyl cinnamate esters, and ADP355.
The conversation discusses making DIY topical finasteride using a hair tonic with various ingredients and suggests alternatives like Jatamansi powder, Sandalore, and products like Bare Anatomy Expert Advanced Hair Growth Serum and RevivHair Max Hair Stimulating Serum. It also mentions using topical dutasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.
Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.
The conversation discusses a last-resort hair loss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.
The user does not respond well to minoxidil and is seeking an alternative to Tretinoin to upregulate sulfurtransferase activity for hair loss treatment. No specific alternative treatments were mentioned.
The user experienced a sudden and severe hair loss after 1.5 years of successful treatment with finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to check their thyroid and vitaminD levels as potential causes.
Finasteride and minoxidil do not negatively interact with multivitamins, omega-3 fish oils, biotin, magnesium glycinate, or collagen peptides. Users report no issues taking these supplements alongside their hair loss treatments.
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.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but faced a prolonged shedding phase, leading them to increase the finasteride dose and add oral dutasteride. Despite concerns about shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and are supplementing with VitaminD.
The conversation discusses sourcing pure latanoprost from the gray market for research and making a homemade solution. Concerns about potential dangers and experiences with this method are raised.
The conversation is about a product called Serioxyl, which was expected to contain stemoxydine. It clarifies that Diethyl lutidinate is another name for stemoxydine.
The user noticed new baby hairs after using sulforaphane but is still experiencing shedding. They are seeking a supplement to stop shedding, possibly grape seed extract.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using Finasteride, Alpecin shampoo, vitamins, RCP serums, and Redensyl, with noticeable improvement in the fifth month. The user experienced some shedding initially but found stability without using Minoxidil, as advised by their dermatologist.
A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.
A user found a solution for Minoxidil-induced dandruff by using a custom NRF 11.121 mixture from a local pharmacy, which includes ingredients like Isopropyl palmitate and Cremophor RH 40. This formulation prevents dryness and allows better penetration when using hair shaders.
The conversation is about using a DHT-blocking supplement alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user decided against the supplement and increased their finasteride dose from 1 mg to 2.5 mg per day.
The conversation is about creating a homemade solution for hair loss treatment, specifically asking for advice on what base to use for topical melatonin. No specific treatments were discussed.
The conversation is about identifying ingredients in a scalp serum and their effects on DHT levels. The serum contains various ingredients like Aqua, Biotin, and Oleanolic Acid.
A 25-year-old male is experiencing advanced hair loss and is using topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and vitaminD3, but has not seen significant regrowth. He is considering switching treatments, including oral dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and possibly a scalp biopsy to better understand his condition.