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      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       22 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community How do you use hair oils?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about using hair oils for hair care, including questions on application frequency, washing, and conditioning. Users discuss using mixtures of castor and argan oils, with routines involving shampooing, conditioning, and leaving oils in overnight.

      community Looking for recommendations for a Copper Tripeptide-1 solution

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about recommendations for Copper Tripeptide-1 solutions to enhance hair loss treatment, with a focus on using Reviv Hair Serum alongside LLLT therapy. The user also discusses using Minoxidil, RU58841, and other compounds to manage hair shedding and improve hair thickness.

      community 3 Month Diffuse Thinner Update. 23yo Korean.

      in Progress Pictures  736 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user Consistent-Gene1334 shared their positive results in regrowing hair by using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. Other users in the conversation praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of these treatments for diffuse thinning.

      community What do you think about this topical formula?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a topical formula for hair loss including Finasteride (0.025%), Minoxidil (0.5%), Tretinoin (0.01%), Caffeine (0.005%), Melatonin (0.003%), Tea Tree Oil (0.05%), Aloe (0.05%), Biotin (0.05%), and Fagron TrichoXidil (2.5%). The user considers removing Minoxidil and Tretinoin to test TrichoXidil's effectiveness.

      community Has anyone tried hair+me topicals? (UK)

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is trying Hair + Me's 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical, which has a different carrier and pleasant smell compared to traditional alcohol-based formulas. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness compared to classic formulas.

      community Fin 0.025% 1ml Daily. Now Rapidly Thinning My Third Month

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced initial success with topical finasteride 0.025% and melatonin but noticed rapid hair thinning after three months. They are considering switching to a higher dose of topical finasteride or oral finasteride, as advised by others, while being cautious about potential side effects.

      community New FIN/Min spray available in the UK (includes Tretinoin!)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new hair growth spray in the UK contains finasteride 0.3%, minoxidil 5%, and tretinoin 0.01%, but some users find the finasteride concentration too high. Another brand offers a similar spray with a lower finasteride dose at a cheaper price, and some users report scalp irritation from the new spray.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community My Natural Regrowth Routine

      in Scalp Massage  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their natural hair regrowth routine that includes using a peppermint oil and coffee shampoo, applying liquid silica, taking vitamin D and magnesium supplements, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy diet. They believe this routine has stopped their hair loss and improved hair thickness without using pharmaceuticals.

      community Peppermint Oil vs Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user experienced positive results for hair loss using minoxidil but stopped due to side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. They are considering peppermint oil as an alternative and are curious about its effectiveness and potential side effects.

      community RU58841 dilution in Minoxidil Vs PG+Ethanol

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 mixed with Minoxidil seems less effective over time, so the user plans to switch to a PG and Ethanol dilution for better results. They also consider using rosemary oil with Minoxidil to enhance RU58841 absorption.

      community 2 MONTHS ALL NATURAL HAIR REGROWTH REGIMEN & RESULTS

      in Is this regrowth? 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses using natural products like rosemary, tea tree, and aloe, along with a DIY coffee rinse to block DHT for hair regrowth, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride. Some users express skepticism about the effectiveness of natural remedies compared to conventional treatments.

      community Microneedling only with rosemary

      in Microneedling 2 years ago
      A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hair loss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hair loss will likely continue.

      community Suggestions on Making DIY Topical Finastride at HOME.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      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.

      community Quercetin got rid of my scalp soreness

      in Chat  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

      community pyrilutamide solution progress log

      in Product  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinning hair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.

      community Pyrilutamide 0.5 or 0.025% topical fin for maintaining?

      in Basic Questions  91 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from pyrilutamide to 0.025% topical finasteride due to concerns about effectiveness and past side effects from a scalp elixir. They aim to maintain hair until new treatments like breezula or GT00029 become available.

      community Progress pictures February 21-April 21

      in Is this regrowth?  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures of hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, derma stamping, and rosemary and mint hair oil. Responses varied, with some noting visible regrowth and others questioning the effectiveness of the oils.

      community Microneedling with some hair oil?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with hair oils like bhringraj or coconut oil is discussed, but users report limited success against hair loss. Finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned as effective treatments, with one user noting significant improvement after adding finasteride to their routine.