The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.
The conversation critiques the influence of "Clavicular" on young men regarding hair loss treatments, highlighting the dangers of following unscientific advice and the rise of body dysmorphia. It emphasizes the importance of safe, medically advised treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, while warning against reckless experimentation and early surgeries.
The conversation discusses progress with a hair loss treatment regimen that includes once daily topical Finasteride, Pyrilutamide, and WAY-316606. Specific treatments for hair loss are being shared and discussed.
GHK-Cu and Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 are ineffective for hair regrowth according to user experiences. Effective treatments mentioned are finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
Exploring the idea of transplanting miniaturized hair follicles to healthier areas to potentially reverse hair loss, with concerns about DHT sensitivity and scar tissue formation. The conversation also humorously considers using mice for hair growth experiments.
The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.
A user in Egypt is seeking alternatives to oral minoxidil, which is banned there, after stopping topical minoxidil due to concerns for their cat's safety. Suggestions include drinking diluted topical minoxidil or making homemade minoxidil tablets, but these methods carry significant risks and are not recommended.
Topical dutasteride with microneedling is effective for androgenetic alopecia, improving hair thickness and density. Further research is needed to confirm long-term efficacy.
Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.
Follica's preferred microneedling protocol for hair growth, which includes needle depth, frequency and movement parameters as well as the use of topical treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.