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      community Do you see skin shedding with micro needling?

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause skin shedding and inflammation, with some users adjusting needle size or frequency to reduce these effects. Some users combine microneedling with treatments like minoxidil, while others prefer smaller needles or alternative treatments like dutasteride.

      community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community Have you guys heard about topical melatonin?

      in Research  9 upvotes 6 years ago
      Topical melatonin may improve hair density and thickness, and reduce hair loss and seborrhea with no significant side effects. The user made their own melatonin solution for hair treatment.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.

      in Update 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.

      community This got rid of my minoxidil itch

      in Product  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user found relief from minoxidil-induced scalp itch by using a different product, as Nizoral dried out their scalp and worsened the condition. The conversation focuses on managing side effects of hair loss treatments.

      community When someone posts a scalp tension theory

      in Satire  264 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Topical T3 study - 1000% Growth. Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.

      community Microneedling without topical minoxidil. What's the consensus?

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      Microneedling is more effective when combined with minoxidil, especially for temple regrowth, but is considered near-useless on its own. Users suggest combining microneedling with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for better results, while some caution against potential scalp damage.

      community Don't use PP405 from everychem. it is likely fake.

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.

      community Little hairs sprouting after 10, years of NRW 7

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 35-year-old man with 10 years of hair loss at NRW7 started using topical Minoxidil and noticed some hair regrowth. He plans to continue with Minoxidil, add microneedling, and possibly try topical treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Trivitamin Oil + derma rolling?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using a trivitamin oil mix (Vitamin E, D3, A, Argan Oil, Sunflower Oil) for hair thinning and whether it is safe to apply it after derma rolling. It is advised to wait 12-24 hours after derma rolling before applying any products to avoid infections or allergic reactions.

      community Scalp pain, diffuse thinning and Fin+nizoral

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.

      community Rosemary oil + Microneedling - My Journey Begins

       9 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is starting a hair loss treatment using a mix of coconut oil and rosemary oil, combined with microneedling. They plan to post results in 6 months.

      community Question about topical part of treatment

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

      in Update  284 upvotes 2 years ago
      A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

      community Correct way to microneedling, with existent hair

      in Microneedling  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the correct method of microneedling for hair loss, questioning whether it should be done on areas with long hair without risking hair damage, and if it's necessary for improving blood flow to existing hair. No specific treatments were mentioned.

      community Quote from Pelage (PP-405) Spokesperson...

      in Research/Science  122 upvotes 8 months ago
      Pelage is developing a topical hair follicle stem cell therapy, PP405, for non-scarring alopecias like androgenetic alopecia, with Phase III trials planned and a potential market launch by 2027. The treatment may not require continuous use after initial regrowth.