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.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including oral minoxidil 5mg and finasteride 1mg on alternate days, along with derma rolling, biotin, and other supplements. The user reports good hair growth and reduced hair fall, with no side effects from oral minoxidil except increased body hair.
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.
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 is using Minoxidil, Finasteride, a dermaroller, vitamin D, and anti-hair loss shampoo for hair loss treatment. There is some vellus regrowth, and shedding may indicate future terminal hair growth.
The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for two years with decent regrowth and recently added microneedling to their routine. They are questioning if the small hairs observed are new regrowth from microneedling or just vellus or miniaturized hairs.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using topical dutasteride with cetirizine, laser therapy, and growth serum. The user observes miniaturized, vellus hairs on the scalp.
The user is using RU58841 for hair regrowth on the temples and is considering adding minoxidil. They are questioning the potential for vellus hairs to develop into fuller hair and the possibility of reactivating dormant follicles.
A 24-year-old shares a 1-month update on his hair regrowth journey using 1mg oral finasteride, 10mg oral minoxidil, dermarolling, and pyrilutamide. Replies suggest it may take a few hair cycles for vellus hairs to mature into normal hairs, with progress varying by individual.
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.
Redensyl, Procapil, and capixyl are discussed as treatments for hair regrowth, with some users reporting cosmetic thickening and vellushair growth. Others prefer using topical finasteride and minoxidil for better results.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
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.
A user plans to experiment with creating new hairfollicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.
Unusual hair growth can occur in unexpected areas, possibly due to topical treatments like Minoxidil. Such hair may appear suddenly and is often unrelated to typical hairline patterns.
The conversation discusses using hairfollicle dermal papilla exosomes for hair loss treatment. It inquires about purchasing options for this treatment.
Scientists have grown natural-looking hair from stem cells, potentially revolutionizing hair growth treatments. Concerns include cost, DHT resistance, and the need for future procedures.
The conversation discusses identifying permanent hair loss and includes treatments like microneedling and biotin vitamins. The user is unsure whether the reduction in wispy hairs is due to hair revitalization or loss.
The conversation is about hair regrowth using high-dose dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss seeing tiny hairs and hope they will become terminal, with advice to use derma rolling weekly for better results.
Scientists have successfully grown functional hairfollicles in the lab, marking a significant advancement in hair regeneration research. A user shared their personal experience with hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil and Finasteride, and plans to share a detailed protocol for hair restoration.
The conversation is about whether treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can make single hairfollicles produce multiple hairs again. The user is curious if these medications can thicken hair and prolong the growth phase.
The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hairfollicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hairfollicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth in small clusters using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, a red light cap, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. They are hopeful for continued improvement and thicker hair.