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      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community Tretinoin + minoxidil and red-light?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for over a year with little success, added tretinoin cream, and is considering adding red light therapy. They are advised to use moisturizer to counteract skin sensitivity from tretinoin.

      community Alfatradiol only for mild thinning

      in Product  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      Alfatradiol is considered safe but less effective than finasteride for hair loss. One user reported subtle regrowth using alfatradiol with finasteride and minoxidil, while another found alfatradiol ineffective.

      community Twist1 Group Buy: Yes it’s that easy

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      A group buy for testing a compound targeting Twist1 protein as a potential hair loss treatment. Inhibiting Twist1, which keeps hair follicles in growth phase, may prevent hair loss with minimal side effects.

      community Another blow to the cursed baldness

      in Research/Science  91 upvotes 7 months ago
      A South Korean company, Therazyne, has developed a promising hair loss treatment using a WNT chain surrogate that binds to Frizzled 7, with human follicle testing expected soon. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are not seen as cures, and while optimism exists for future solutions like PP405, approval processes are lengthy.

      community Redensyl as minoxidil substitute?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Redensyl is being discussed as a potential substitute for minoxidil for hair growth after a brand switched from minoxidil to redensyl. The user is inquiring about the effectiveness of redensyl compared to minoxidil.

      community Making your own RT1640 in China

      in Research/Science 4 years ago
      RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.

      community The Big Fat Layer II

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 5 years ago
      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.

      community New angles to attack beyond DHT

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.

      community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 7 months ago
      DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

      community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

       45 upvotes 6 years ago
      Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

      in Product  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

      community Pyrilutamide isn’t failed at all.

      in Technology  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Kintor is producing a cosmetic with KX826, starting at 0.5% concentration and moving to 1%. The 0.5% concentration wasn't as effective as minoxidil and finasteride, but the 1% concentration shows promise.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  195 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community Whats the deal with TDM-105795?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      TDM-105795 is a potential hair growth stimulant that works differently from minoxidil and could be used alongside it for enhanced growth. It completed phase 2 trials in 2024, with a medium to high chance of release in 2026, but lacks recent updates or phase 3 trial information.

      community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community TH07 by Triple Hair entering phase III trial

      in Research/Science 1 month ago
      A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.

      community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.

      community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.