The conversation is about hairloss treatments, including dermarolling, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users discuss their experiences, side effects, and application methods for these treatments.
A 27-year-old male is using a regimen of topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hairloss, and has recently started oral finasteride despite previous side effects. He is considering shaving his head and is advised that a hair transplant might be possible once hairloss stabilizes.
Blocking DHT is not a cure for hairloss; instead, altering how scalp follicles respond to DHT might be more effective. Current treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil are temporary solutions, and future approaches may involve gene therapy and bioengineering to change follicle behavior.
An 18-year-old shares their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil twice a day (mixed with tretinoin 0.025% at night), ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week, and occasional dermarolling. They report no side effects and emphasize the importance of consistency and early intervention.
A 34-year-old female is experiencing hair thinning after stopping birth control pills and a damaging hair treatment. She has normal bloodwork and a normal trichogram but is considering trying MSM or Saw Palmetto for her hairloss.
A 17-year-old is experiencing rapid hairloss from NW1.5 to NW3 in six months and feels dermatologists are unhelpful. They are using Minoxidil (Rogaine) and seeking advice on application.
The conversation discusses the use of Propecia (finasteride), Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth, highlighting significant side effects like reduced libido and motivation. The original poster eventually stopped these treatments due to side effects and switched to microneedling and essential oils, which helped slow hairloss but did not achieve the same regrowth as the initial treatments.
The user is frustrated with hairloss despite using minoxidil, topical finasteride, and topical dutasteride, and is considering other options like oral treatments, SMP, or hair systems. They feel demoralized and are struggling with self-esteem and social interactions due to their thinning hair.
The user is using a routine involving microneedling, Minoxidil with tretinoin, a red light cap, scalp massages, Nizoral shampoo, and essence oil shampoo to address hairloss, with visible progress noted. They are considering topical finasteride or dutasteride if progress slows but are cautious due to past side effects.
A 16-year-old noticed hair thinning on the crown and sides of the head, with minimal temple thinning. After using Minoxidil for 6 months, some areas improved, but the crown worsened, and they seek advice on the irregular hairloss and treatment options.
The user began experiencing hairloss a few years ago at age 22 and is a diffuse thinner with a Norwood scale rating of 2. They have a naturally athletic build and gain muscle easily, with a hairy chest and stomach.
The user is experiencing severe hairloss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hairloss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.
A new hairloss treatment reportedly shows a 539% improvement in hair count, but skepticism remains due to unclear placebo results and potential minimal actual hair growth. Many users doubt its effectiveness and market viability, citing high costs and lack of visual proof.
A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hairloss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hairloss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.
The user shared two-month results using a topical spray with 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, showing improvement in hairloss. The user also mentioned using hair fibers previously and dermastamping inconsistently.
A 22-year-old with 4c hair is considering a hair transplant to address traction alopecia caused by braid extensions. They have tried derma stamping, oils, and minoxidil but stopped due to side effects.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair thinning at the corners and some hairloss during sleep and washing. They are seeking advice on which treatment to start.
The struggles of hairloss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.
A female in her late 30s experienced hair thinning due to health issues and treatments, including antibiotics and stress. She started using minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins from **hers** and is currently dealing with shedding and possible weight gain.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, including microneedling, Nizoral, LLLT, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. The user experienced initial shedding reduction with Nizoral and LLLT, but shedding resumed with Minoxidil and Finasteride, which is considered a normal part of the treatment process.
The post discusses how using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss resulted in the user's hair changing from straight to wavy. The responses suggest this change indicates healthier, thicker hair and share similar experiences, while also expressing concerns about potential side effects of the treatments.
The conversation is about personal routines to combat hairloss, including treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, vitamins, and dermastamping. Specific methods vary, with some using daily topical applications, oral medications, and weekly procedures like dermarolling and special shampoos.
Corticosterone inhibits GAS6, affecting hair follicle stem-cell activity, with potential implications for stress-related hairloss. Ashwagandha and Vitamin K are suggested for reducing cortisol, but their effectiveness is debated.
The conversation is about concerns over using a combination spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hairloss. The user is worried about potential scalp irritation and considers using separate products to better manage sensitivity.
A 48-year-old who had been thinning since 25 and reached NW4-5 baldness saw no improvement with 1mg/day finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice a day after 8 months. After copying another person's routine, they now use 0.5mg finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, daily microneedling with 0.5mm and 1mm once a week, and apply minoxidil twice daily, resulting in baby hairs on their bald spot and temples after three months.
A user successfully stopped balding by switching from topical to oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, noting significant improvement after a year. They emphasize the importance of oral finasteride and consistent use for hair regrowth.
A 30-year-old male experienced rapid hair shedding over 6-7 months due to stress, depression, and nicotine/alcohol use, but has since stopped these habits. He seeks advice on remedies, medications, or diet changes to address hairloss.
Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hairloss.
Biotin may strengthen existing hair and reduce hairloss, but it doesn't promote new hair growth. Some users report stronger, darker hair, while others see no benefits or experience acne.