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      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 3,000 grafts (scalp FUE + Body Hair) - DAY 4

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after their fifth hair transplant, which included 3,000 grafts from both scalp and body hair. They use topical finasteride and minoxidil, and the procedure cost $22,000 at Maxim in Austin, Texas.

      community How dutasteride makes hair loss impossible

      in Chat  142 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment that makes hair loss impossible, with some users sharing experiences of hair regrowth and side effects. Finasteride and oral minoxidil are also mentioned as treatments, with concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community Oral Minoxidil worse hair after 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.

      community Minoxidil&Finasteride 7 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, which significantly reversed their aging appearance. They applied Minoxidil twice daily, took 1mg Finasteride once daily, micro-needled weekly, maintained a high protein diet with vitamins and biotin, and recommended a balanced lifestyle for best results.

      community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

      community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

      in Side effects?  202 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

      community Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)

      in Update  97 upvotes 6 months ago
      Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.

      community Just Minoxidil 5% twice a day for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  584 upvotes 8 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and weekly microneedling with a 0.8 mm dermaroller over five months. Finasteride was not used due to concerns about side effects and availability in France.

      community One year and a few days—any improvement?

      in Is this regrowth?  295 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the potential for hair regrowth. Many suggest considering a hair transplant for the persistent bald spot, while others recommend additional treatments like derma rolling and microneedling.

      community 5 month update, minoxidil and finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  724 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with hair regrowth after 5 months using topical minoxidil twice daily, oral finasteride once daily, derma stamping weekly, and Watermans shampoo. They noticed darker hair and stopped using creatine, suspecting it worsened hair loss.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community Most hair transplants are obvious

      in Transplants  260 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair transplants and the perception that they often look unnatural, especially in the first few rows of hair. There is a debate about whether it's better to choose a cheaper clinic in Turkey or a more expensive one in the USA, with some arguing that experience and skill matter more than cost.

      community What’s your experience with RU58841?

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hair loss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.