A man in his twenties with hereditary hair loss has been using 5% Minoxidil, a derma roller, Vitamin D3, and recently started Finasteride, noticing baby hairs and some improvement. Users encourage him, noting good progress and potential for further improvement.
Collagen peptides are recommended for hair and skin benefits, with users noting improvements in hair and skin health. However, evidence on their effectiveness for hair growth is inconclusive.
The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.
User hoodoomoovoo discusses their interest in stem cell research and its potential for hair loss treatment. They share links to studies and mention ongoing trials, expressing optimism for a future solution to hair loss.
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats, and users are advised to avoid using it if they have cats, or to take extreme precautions if they do. Some users suggest using oral minoxidil instead, but it may not be available in all countries.
Redensyl improved hair thickness slightly with no side effects, but no regrowth. Minoxidil provided significant regrowth but caused facial side effects like puffiness.
The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.
Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hair loss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hair loss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.
The conversation is about the anticipated release date of phase II results for a hair loss treatment called GT20029 and the cautious optimism surrounding it due to past disappointments with similar treatments. Users expect an update in the next few months.
Hair loss can be treated by correcting glucose metabolism in hair follicles and using equol as a safer DHT blocker. Production of these treatments is starting soon, and a Discord channel is available for more information.
Finasteride, Minoxidil, Bioneer CosmeRNA, Technoderma, Kintor, Hope, Breezula, and Follicum treatments showed increases in hair count, with Technoderma showing the highest increase at 24.3 hairs/cm². Amplifica has not yet published results.
A user is trying 2-deoxy-D-ribose with distilled water for hair growth, observing new hair and skin pigmentation changes. Others compare it to Minoxidil, expressing interest and caution about its effectiveness and safety.
GT20029 shows promising results for hair loss treatment, with potential approval in China by 2026 or 2027, but U.S. approval may take longer. It could serve as an alternative to finasteride, with a potentially better side effect profile.
Bovine colostrum is being discussed for its potential in hair regeneration, with some users noting that oral consumption may not be effective due to stomach acid destroying exosomes. The conversation also touches on ethical concerns about sourcing colostrum.
OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.
TGF-B affects hair growth, both causing stem cell division and death depending on amounts. Amplifica's treatment injects Scube3 to increase TGF-B for hair growth.
Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.
Reducing the dose of RU58841 from 25mg to 7.5mg topically helped minimize heart palpitations. Users discussed the cardiac effects of RU58841 and minoxidil, noting that no treatment is completely free of side effects.