A 2-week journey with Pyri, which is producing positive effects on hair texture and reduced shedding; Minoxidil and derma needling are being used as treatments.
Finasteride reduced dandruff and scalp oiliness by lowering DHT, which decreases sebum production. Users also noted improvements with Nizoral and dutasteride.
Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.
Topical estradiol may help with hair loss but can have systemic effects, like reduced testosterone production. Using estrogen blockers can have negative side effects, such as joint pain and reduced sex drive.
A user noticed deeper facial wrinkles since starting oral minoxidil in February 2023 and is concerned about its effects on collagen production. Other factors include past accutane use, high stress, poor sleep, and COVID-19.
Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.
Microneedling for hair loss should avoid anti-inflammatory supplements like garlic, Vitamin E, fish oil, turmeric, and NSAIDs for 3 days before and 5 days after the procedure to enhance collagen production. Completely abstaining from these supplements may be unnecessary, but caution is advised around the procedure time.
Dr. Couto recommends taking finasteride in the morning to align with peak testosterone and DHT production for better effectiveness. Oral minoxidil is acknowledged as better than topical, but the focus is on stabilizing hair loss with finasteride first.
A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hair loss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.
The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.
Double shampooing daily is safe and helps manage oily scalp and dandruff without causing hair loss. Accutane is considered for reducing sebum production despite potential temporary hair loss.
A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.
The user experienced hair regrowth after using 5% topical minoxidil for over four months, despite initial shedding. They apply it once daily but occasionally skip days due to concerns about collagen production interference.
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
The user plans to pause finasteride for two months to test its effects on mood and productivity, then switch to Pyrilutamide while monitoring hormone levels. Concerns are raised about potential hair loss and the effectiveness of Pyrilutamide compared to finasteride.
Breezula (clascoterone) and Formula 82F (topical finasteride) are treatments for hair loss that block DHT differently; Breezula competes with DHT at the hormone receptor site without systemic effects, while 82F inhibits the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Breezula may work for those who don't respond to finasteride and vice versa.
Increasing dutasteride to 2.5 mg daily and adding 2.5 mg oral minoxidil to prevent hair loss during a testosterone cycle. Suggestions include adding RU58841 for better protection against hair loss.
Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil caused a major hair shed, exacerbated by moving stress. Dutasteride may take months to fully integrate, and adding finasteride might help with hair protection during this transition.
People are discussing if Serioxyl / Stemoxydine sold on eBay is authentic and questioning how sellers have it if L'Oreal may not be producing it anymore. They are sharing experiences and seeking insight on the legitimacy of the product and its availability.
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.
Hair loss treatments Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841 have different mechanisms of action. They can be used individually or stacked for better protection against hair loss.
User plans to use hair fibers regularly and asks about re-application, consistency, rain protection, and Boldify vs Toppik. Others provide advice and share experiences.
People are discussing using tretinoin gel with minoxidil to improve hair growth, especially for those who didn't respond to minoxidil alone. They apply a mix of tretinoin gel and minoxidil to the scalp, which is said to be more effective than minoxidil by itself.
The conversation humorously discusses using anal administration of Dutasteride as a novel method for treating hair loss, suggesting it could target DHT production more effectively. It includes satirical comments about the method's potential effects and absurd outcomes.
The user is experiencing dry, frizzy hair despite using dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, which may be due to reduced sebum production. Suggestions include using nourishing conditioners, hair oils, and styling products to manage frizz, especially for curly hair.
The conversation is about an 18-year-old experiencing hair loss after using Minoxidil, with suggestions to add Finasteride to improve results. Users advise that Minoxidil alone doesn't address the root cause of hair loss, and combining it with Finasteride may help maintain hair growth.