User made progress with topical Finasteride/Minoxidil and topical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.
A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.
Adding tretinoin can enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil by increasing sulfotransferase levels, making it beneficial for hair growth. However, it may not be necessary if using oral minoxidil.
The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
OP shared a 1-month progress update on using a topical solution with dutasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss. Users noted regrowth and discussed tretinoin's availability.
Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on pp405, with skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about its association with the cosmetic industry. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user switched from finasteride to 2.5 mg dutasteride daily and added 1% pyrilutamide to address persistent scalp itch, but the itch remains. They also use 2% ketoconazole and 2.5% selenium sulfide shampoo for temporary relief.
A 15-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering treatment options. They are aware they cannot use DHT blockers like finasteride due to their age and are exploring other causes like Telogen Effluvium.
A user is seeking recommendations for a minoxidil and tretinoin topical solution, including dosage and purchase locations in the US. They are looking for effective hair loss treatments.
Woman with AGA uses microneedling, minoxidil, spiro, and laser for hair loss. Experiences redness and tenderness for three days after microneedling with Dermapen M8, asks if it's normal and the correct speed setting.
A 21-year-old male with a thyroid condition noticed his hair thinning uniformly without a receding hairline. He is considering using a 5ARI to prevent further baldness if he starts TRT.
Botox injections may be more effective than finasteride for hair growth by reducing scalp tension. The discussion also suggests choosing FUE over FUT due to potential loss of scalp elasticity with FUT.
A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.
The conversation discusses microneedling techniques and the use of Minoxidil, copper peptides, EGF, FGF, ceramides, and hydration serums to enhance hair growth. It explores optimizing scalp conditions and the potential benefits of various compounds in conjunction with microneedling.
Kintor Pharma finished enrolling and dosing participants in a Phase I trial for a hair loss treatment called AR-PROTAC (GT20029). The effectiveness of another drug, pyrilutamide (KX-826), for hair loss will be clearer after a Phase 2 trial expected to complete in January 2023.
OP is seeking advice on which percentage of tretinoin to use to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. They are unsure about choosing between 0.1%, 0.025%, or 0.05% tretinoin.
A 33-year-old female with androgenic alopecia experienced alopecia areata patches after PRP treatment. She is seeking others' experiences with PRP worsening alopecia areata.
A 78-year-old man regrew hair after suffering burns, suggesting that injury-induced healing processes might trigger hair growth. Microneedling and other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as potential methods to stimulate similar regrowth.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.
A user has been using finasteride since 2018, switched to dutasteride, and added minoxidil, microneedling, and a tretinoin/spiro compound. They are pleased with the results and hopeful for more improvement.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride with propylene glycol, which causes scalp dryness or dandruff. The user also uses Nizoral, Nioxin, and DHT oil, and considers using a scalp conditioner to alleviate dryness.
Kintor's Pyrilutamide results for hair loss treatment will be released soon. The treatment may replace current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil without systemic side effects.
The user reported progress with hair regrowth using a topical solution combining finasteride and minoxidil, but experienced scalp irritation which improved after adjusting the treatment. They are considering microneedling but are concerned about the risk of scarring.
A 42-year-old is using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, along with weekly microneedling, for hair regrowth without side effects. The product used is Tugain for men by Cipla, an Indian brand.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from a compounded treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They are considering switching to a non-alcohol, propylene glycol-free formula with a lower tretinoin percentage to reduce irritation.
The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.