community 2022 Offical guide for "I'm losing my hair, what can I do?" Both for beginners starting out and for those who are on treatment yet are still struggling / not getting the results they want
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750-780 / 1000+ resultscommunity 3 Months Later…. after adding Dutasteride, Ru55841, Stemoxydine, Tretinoin 0.05%
A user's progress with treating their hair loss, which consists of using Dutasteride, RU58841, Stemoxydine and Tretinoin 0.05% over the past three months.
community Tip for diffuse thinners- reverse washing
Reverse conditioning can help achieve volume and well-conditioned hair for those with diffuse thinning. The user also mentioned using dutasteride.
community Hypertrichosis goals (yes, yes R2M)
The user aims to achieve a hypertrichosis look and has used topical Minoxidil for 20 years, now trying oral Minoxidil in a low dose. They seek alternatives to Minoxidil to avoid side effects.
community 1 year on daily 1 mg fin + 1X daily liquid min + 2X weekly ketoconazole 2%
Hair loss treatments including Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole 2%. The user shared their progress pictures after using these treatments for one year.
community 3.5 months on 7%Minoxdil - 0.1%Finasteride - .025%Tret (Topical)
The user noticed a significant improvement in hair loss after 3.5 months using a topical treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 0.025% Tretinoin, which was prescribed and shipped from a pharmacy in Indiana. Other users discussed alternative products with varying concentrations of Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Do these two supplements inhibit 5alpha-reductase?
Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
community High Dose 0.1% Alfatradiol + 1% Pyrilutamide stopped my Hairloss completely
Using 0.1% Alfatradiol and 1% Pyrilutamide stopped hair loss, reducing shedding from over 150 hairs a day to less than 10, with no side effects. The user also uses Minoxidil and microneedling, applying the treatments twice daily.
community need transplant? 3.5 months progress
A user trying to avoid an expensive hair transplant, and the replies suggesting they wait two years on treatment before deciding if they need a transplant or not.
community Hormone level test results before starting topical liposomal finasteride: is my DHT level too high?
The conversation discusses using topical liposomal finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high DHT levels. The user's DHT level is above the normal range, which may affect hair health.
community Lost 65% of hair last 3 years. No regrowth. Also have Seborrheic Dermatitis flare ups. Diagnosed by derm as "alopecia". Started taking 2 supplements I researched and 0 flare up for over 2 months. New hair growing. Scalp healthy. Everything else has stayed the same! Overjoyed is an understatement!!
After suffering from hair loss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hair growth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.
community Is it lazy if I just don’t wanna do the treatments anymore?
User tired of hair loss treatments, considers shaving head. Others suggest happiness matters most, ignore negativity.
community Combined treatment results of a little over a year.
A user experienced rapid hair loss and successfully regrew hair using minoxidil daily and finasteride 0.5mg every other day, along with lifestyle changes. They reported significant improvement after initial setbacks and emphasized the importance of starting treatment early.
community looking for a sodium lauryl sulfate free ketoconazole shampoo
A user is seeking a sodium lauryl sulfate-free ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss treatment. They are unable to find one and are asking for recommendations.
community Three weeks in and temples are responding
The user reports improvement in temple hair after three weeks of using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, stemoxydine, and follicopeptide. They note visible progress by maintaining the same hair length for comparison.
community I take Ulo topical finasteride 0.005%, topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil 5 mg, a liquid multivitamin, collagen powder, and liquid biotin. I also microneedle with a Dr. Pen and use red light therapy.
A 21-year-old is using a combination of topical finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, a liquid multivitamin, collagen powder, liquid biotin, microneedling, and red light therapy to address hair thinning. They are cautious about side effects and unsure if their hair loss is due to DHT or past brushing habits.
community Has anyone tried those aliexp product ?
The conversation is about exploring additional hair loss treatments, with suggestions including topical melatonin, caffeine-based shampoos, redensyl, copper-peptides, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, ketoconazole shampoo, and fluridil. Caution is advised against using products from AliExpress and Temu due to potential safety concerns.
community 3 Months – Fin/Min Micro dosing, micro needling and massaging
User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.
community Laser Diode Cap, I already use Oral Fin, Topical Min 5%, Nizoral and Microneedling
The user is seeking advice on maximizing hair growth while using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral, and microneedling, and is considering adding a laser diode cap, topical finasteride, retinol, and caffeine. Suggestions include using tretinoin with minoxidil for better absorption, switching to dutasteride, and considering RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??
Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.
community Thinking of getting transplant to refill density lost from traction alopecia
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.
community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on
A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
community Micro needling and ptd-dbm progress
The conversation is about using micro needling and PTD-DBM for hair loss treatment. The user applies PTD-DBM drops on weekdays and performs micro needling weekly.
community Which retinoid for better min absorption?
User is on vacation in Greece and wants to buy tretinoin or isotretinoin to improve Minoxidil absorption. They are considering isotretinoin since it is available over-the-counter in Greece but requires a prescription back home.
community 2.5 Months Progress (Topical Fin+Min+Microneedling+Keto)
The user "dsx460" shared their progress pictures of hair regrowth using a combination of topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and a keto diet. They are happy with the progress and hope for further improvement.
community Will try sulforaphane for at least 3 months to see what happens
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and needling for 11 months with limited progress and plans to add sulforaphane for 3 months. Another user suggested trying Procyanidin B2 for better results.
community Here is my hair regrowth plan
The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.
community We are NOT all the same. This community should check itself.
The user claims to have successfully treated hair loss using natural supplements like collagen, L-lysine, zinc, B12, and bamboo shoot extract, without using the "Big 3" treatments (Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841). The community is skeptical, demanding proof and emphasizing that the "Big 3" are proven effective, while natural remedies are often not.
community Saw palmetto, Alpecin, hormone levels, regrowth. Thought you guys might be interested.
A person experienced hair regrowth after reducing testosterone levels and using saw palmetto tincture and Alpecin shampoo. Other users suggested treatments like Nizoral shampoo, Aldactone, and supplements for hair loss.
community 23 y/o, 5 years on Fin probably stabilized everything, now starting tazarotene + minoxidil + dermarolling to try rebuilding 1-2cm of very minituarised hairline.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride for 5 years to stabilize hair loss and is now adding minoxidil, tazarotene, and dermarolling to improve hairline density. They hope this new regimen will thicken existing hair and restore the hairline.