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      community Sandalore (Givaudan) concentration application

       10 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Sandalore for hair loss treatment, with a focus on finding the correct concentration for a topical lotion. The consensus is to start with a 0.1% concentration due to potential scalp irritation at higher levels.

      community Winlevi coming out in 2019

       13 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential release of Winlevi in 2019 by Cassiopeia for hair loss treatment. It suggests a regimen combining minoxidil, Winlevi, Nizoral, and possibly dermarolling, with a comment mentioning Breezula as an alternative to finasteride without side effects.

      community Is S5 plus cream an okay alternative to finasteride?

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses using S5 plus cream (Spironolactone, Alfatradiol, and Tempol) as an alternative to finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about its effectiveness and potential systemic absorption. The original poster already uses 5% minoxidil and is seeking alternatives due to fears of finasteride's side effects.

      community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.

      community Dr Kyle Gillett on topical Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  56 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride, as well as other hair loss treatments such as finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and various vitamins. Experiences from users who have used these treatments were shared.

      community [26M] Is it time to embrace the bald?

      in Styling  52 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old is considering embracing baldness after mixed results and side effects from using dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride for hair loss. Suggestions include trying new hairstyles, considering a hair transplant, or focusing on self-acceptance.

      community Finasteride alternative close to fda approval in the US

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 1 month ago
      Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.

      community Success Story - In Case I Can Help Others

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using oral finasteride and minoxidil but experiencing side effects like low libido and ED. They switched to a topical finasteride and minoxidil combination, which improved their hair thickness with fewer side effects.

      community Pelage are going to do two phase 3 trials for PP405. How long will it take to complete two phase 3 trials?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 6 months ago
      Pelage plans to conduct two Phase 3 trials for PP405, a new hair loss treatment, which may take about a year to complete. Users discuss various hair loss treatments, including pyrilutamide, minoxidil, finasteride, and clascoterone, with some expressing impatience over the lengthy trial process compared to faster drug approvals like the COVID vaccine.

      community This Stuff Consumes Us Young People With No Mercy

      in Update  43 upvotes 6 months ago
      A young person struggling with hair loss switched from finasteride to 0.5mg dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg, hoping for improvement before graduation. They are considering a hair transplant and exploring other treatments like stemoxydine and hair fibers, while dealing with the emotional impact of early balding.

      community 2.5 months of topical Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  272 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user reported significant hair regrowth using a homemade 0.01% topical finasteride solution, highlighting its effectiveness and lack of side effects. The discussion included concerns about oral finasteride's side effects and the benefits of topical solutions.

      community Topical Dutasteride Seems to Work

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 7 months ago
      Topical dutasteride, particularly at 0.05%, shows greater hair density improvement than oral finasteride over 24 weeks, though hair thickness gains are similar. Some users report side effects with topical treatments, but others find them effective for maintaining hair without significant systemic absorption.

      community My 2-Year Journey – Meds Finally Kicking In

      in Progress Pictures  344 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.

      community I think microneedling before topical application of finasteride (or dut) is a path we should investigate (for those of us who don't care about systemic absorption). Here's why...

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling before applying topical finasteride or dutasteride may enhance their effectiveness by increasing local absorption in the scalp, despite concerns about systemic absorption. Users discuss combining this method with oral treatments and minoxidil, noting potential benefits and side effects.

      community Dutasteride 1mg or RU58841 8% or topical Dutasteride

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion focuses on hair loss treatments, with suggestions to increase oral Dutasteride to 1 mg or more, as topical Dutasteride is less effective. Other treatments mentioned include RU58841, Minoxidil, and dermastamping, with some users recommending injectable mesotherapy and topical Finasteride.

      community How much better is dut compared to fin?

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is often more effective than finasteride for blocking DHT, but results vary and some may experience side effects. Combining minoxidil with either medication can improve hair regrowth, but switching doesn't guarantee better results for everyone.

      community Crown recovery - November 2024 to now. Crazy!

      in Progress Pictures  2117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.