Corticosterone inhibits GAS6, affecting hair follicle stem-cell activity, with potential implications for stress-related hair loss. Ashwagandha and Vitamin K are suggested for reducing cortisol, but their effectiveness is debated.
A user is considering using Bare Anatomy's Advanced Hair Growth Serum, which contains Redensyl, Anagin, Baicapil, Rosemary, and Biotin, for thinning hair. Reviews are mixed, with some users skeptical about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil.
A 19-year-old is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil to combat hair loss, despite concerns about increased body hair. They are currently using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dutasteride, and are willing to accept the trade-off of more body hair for better scalp hair growth.
A user is concerned about hair loss in the temple area despite using Minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months and is curious if PP405 can help. Responses indicate uncertainty about PP405's effectiveness, with some optimism about future treatments and AI speeding up drug discovery, but emphasize waiting for clinical trial results.
A 22-year-old with high estradiol levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss. They have an upcoming endocrinologist appointment to discuss whether they should proceed with the treatment.
Users discuss potential game-changing hair loss treatments in the next 10 years. Some mention KX-826, SCUBE3, and stem cells as promising options, while others express doubt due to past disappointments and lack of focused research.
A 29-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling for hair regrowth. They started balding at 20, worsened at 25, and are transitioning with testosterone blockers.
The conversation discusses using topical dutasteride with a dermapen for hair loss treatment. The user is deciding between liposomal and mesosomal formulations for this purpose.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments like topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and essential oils. Oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride are seen as more effective, though some prefer topicals to avoid side effects.
Clascoterone 5% shows promising hair growth results but is criticized for high cost and unclear effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride. Glenmark is testing a combination of Clascoterone 7.5% and Minoxidil 5% in India.
User experiencing hair loss on dutasteride; others suggest shedding is normal and to track progress with pictures. Some mention using RU58841 for improvement.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving dutasteride, pyrilutamide, oral minoxidil, and microneedling, with the aim of suppressing DHT and stimulating hair growth. Users debate the effectiveness and potential side effects of these treatments, noting that individual results may vary and that no treatment is foolproof.
Topical spironolactone 5% is being discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss, specifically receding temples. The user is inquiring if it works similarly to finasteride as a testosterone blocker.
RepliCel has purchased Trichoscience, and they have a video about hair multiplication. The conversation also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, focusing on their effectiveness and side effects. It also highlights the disparity in medical research funding between hair loss and conditions like endometriosis.
The user experienced new hair growth after switching from oral finasteride to topical RU58841 with minoxidil and undergoing stem cell therapy. They noticed new hairs at the hairline and temples, but are unsure which treatment is responsible.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hair loss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hair loss to tailor treatment effectively.
A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.
Hair density improved using topical dutasteride, minox, keto, and 3.5% fluridil for 6 months. Better results when hair is dry, but still unsatisfied when wet.
Hair loss discussion includes Minoxidil and regrowth. Regrowing hairs start light and curly, then become dark and thick; losing temporal peaks is normal.
A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.
The conversation discusses interest in peptides for hair loss, specifically mentioning ahkCU and ghkCU. A user is considering adding ghkCU to their treatment regimen.
A 19-year-old is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping to address hair loss and enhance facial hair growth, experiencing minimal side effects and increased body hair. They report positive results in hairline thickness and temple closure.
17M approaching Norwood 2, using topical minoxidil and considering finasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide. Plans to study dermatology and possibly get a hair transplant at 25 if treatments don't work.
A 25-year-old male is experiencing advanced hair loss and is using topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and vitamin D3, but has not seen significant regrowth. He is considering switching treatments, including oral dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and possibly a scalp biopsy to better understand his condition.
Dutasteride is recommended over finasteride for severe hair loss, despite potential side effects. The original poster has been using various treatments for four months and is considering adding copper tripeptide-1.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.