Finasteride and Dutasteride block DHT, which is needed for vellushair to become terminal on the beard but not on the scalp. The user considered using DHT cream but learned it's unnecessary for scalp hair.
Users discussed hair loss treatments, specifically 0.1% latanoprost with melatonin, caffeine, and biotin. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling.
The conversation is about whether vellushair should be included in hair fall counts, with data showing daily hair loss. The consensus is that shedding, including vellushair, is normal and within physiological limits.
The conversation discusses difficulty in distinguishing between new hair growth and thinning hair at the temples after using microneedling and a rosemary peppermint topical for four weeks. The advice given is to wait a few months to see if the hairs grow out to determine their nature.
AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hair loss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.
The user has been using 1 mg finasteride for three months and recently started using 5% minoxidil once daily, resulting in new vellushair growth. The user is hopeful that minoxidil will positively impact terminal hairs and is considering adding a derma stamp to the routine.
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
The user is using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, PRP, and stem cell treatments for hair loss. They report slowed shedding and new vellus hairs on the hairline, questioning if they are a strong responder to the treatment.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, needling, and experimenting with retinol cream to treat hair loss. Despite these treatments, they observe many small vellus hairs that do not grow longer.
Latanoprost/bimatoprost's effectiveness in hair loss treatment is discussed, with its potential to convert vellus hairs to terminal hairs. It works differently from minoxidil and finasteride, and may be best for hairline application, but is not a replacement for them due to price and mechanism.
The user has tried many hair loss treatments including dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, PRP, and microneedling without much success and is now using RU58841, seeing initial vellushair growth but no further improvement after 5 months. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of RU58841 after 6-12 months of use.
A user added sandalore to minoxidil for hair loss, observing some vellushair growth and less scalp inflammation. Others tried sandalore with mixed results, discussing dosage and effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.
Using Megatek with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, especially vellus hairs, but is less effective alone. Biotin and ketoconazole shampoo are also used to support hair health.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellushair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.
A user who had been noticing hair loss and decided to fight it by using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and low level laser treatments. They have now seen some positive results, with brand new vellus hairs appearing.
Switching from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil resulted in thinner hair and loss of vellushair, with no new growth observed. The user is concerned about the lack of improvement despite using a stronger treatment.
A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.
Setipiprant and Fevipiprant are questioned for their effectiveness in hair maintenance, with skepticism due to lack of convincing results beyond vellushair growth. The user is satisfied with Minoxidil and Finasteride but is curious about the potential of DP2 inhibitors.
A 24-year-old shared their hair loss journey, switching from a 3-in-1 medication (finasteride, minoxidil, biotin) to a stronger 4-in-1 treatment (finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin) with no side effects and noticeable hair growth. The user also discussed using hair dye cautiously to enhance the appearance of vellus hairs.
A 40-year-old user reports promising hairline improvement after 4 months of using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil foam 2-2.5 times daily. The hairline vellushair appears to be turning terminal.
A 25-year-old male using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo is experiencing increased hair shedding and vellushair growth along the hairline. Concerns are raised about whether this is a seasonal shed or a potential setback.
A user is using topical dutasteride, topical finasteride, and minoxidil to address a receding hairline and is seeking opinions on their routine. They report seeing vellushair growth after nearly three months of use.
Copper peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, are discussed as a potential addition to hair loss treatments, possibly working synergistically with Minoxidil to convert vellushair into terminal hair. The effectiveness and credibility of copper peptides are questioned due to the lack of widespread discussion and potential conflict of interest from the product's creator.
Beard hair grown with minoxidil can become permanent because it is not sensitive to DHT, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing minoxidil use even with DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride. Dutasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly but not completely, which may explain why scalp hair still needs minoxidil for maintenance.
Hair growth progress using Propecia, Minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamins. Noticeable hair growth in temples after 3 months and 10 days.
Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 25-year-old male seeks advice on reversing white hair to black. Suggestions include using hair dye, peptides like TB-500 and BPC-157, and finasteride for hair growth.