The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.
User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.
PG solvent is considered superior to K&B solvent for RU58841 and Pyralutamide due to cost and effectiveness. The user questions why they should use K&B when PG offers more benefits.
Hair mesotherapy with dutasteride is popular in Europe and can be effective, especially when combined with oral dutasteride. Some users suggest using topical dutasteride with microneedling as an alternative, though it may be painful.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil foam as a solvent for topical finasteride. Ingredients of minoxidil foam include butane, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, and purified water.
The conversation is about whether castor oil can be effectively used alone after microneedling without a penetration enhancer like DMSO or ethanol. The user believes microneedling-induced wounds might be enough for absorption.
Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.
The conversation discusses the synthesis and potential use of JXL069 and PP405 for hair loss treatment, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about safety. Users mention that JXL069 has shown no results in hair growth, and there is confusion about its identity and effectiveness compared to PP405.
Koshine KX-826 has different versions, and the green version uses a plant-based carrier that may be less irritating for those sensitive to propylene glycol. Users report irritation with some versions of KX-826.
Hair cloning and new treatments like ET-02, Veradermics (vdphl01), and wound-induced hair neogenesis show promise but are not yet widely available. Current effective treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with early intervention being crucial for better outcomes.
Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.
User discusses Alfatradiol (17a-Estradiol) as a potential hair loss treatment with mixed results. Concerns include low dosage, receptor theory, and possible increased aromatase activity on scalp.
The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hair loss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.
GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer side effects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.
Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.
A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.
The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, retinoid, and occasional microneedling for hair loss with good results. They recently added stemoxydine, which improved their hair further, and suggest trying it, especially in the EU where it's easily available.
Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.
Hair loss discussion includes using stemoxydine mixed with finasteride tablets as a topical treatment. One user reports positive results with healthy hair and new growth in hairline.
A user in Russia is trying to make topical finasteride at home using ethanol, finasteride tablets, water, and propylene glycol due to unavailability in their country. They are concerned about tablet residue and considering using isopropyl alcohol or adding finasteride to a hair growth lotion.
A 32-year-old male experienced erectile dysfunction and decreased libido after using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. He is considering switching to topical alternatives like Xyon dutasteride or RU58841 to reduce side effects.
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
Aminexil, nanoxidil, stemoxydine, and kopexil are discussed as alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with concerns about dependence. Minoxidil is noted for its effectiveness in transitioning hair growth phases, but dependence is mainly linked to androgenic alopecia.
The conversation discusses adjusting the isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, and water ratios in a topical finasteride solution for better scalp comfort and less dandruff. The user considers using 20ml IPA, 25ml PG, and 15ml water in a 60ml bottle, moving away from mixing finasteride with topical minoxidil.
OP has been using alfatradiol and a mix of rosemary, peppermint, and jojoba oils for hair loss, with inconsistent dermapen sessions. They plan to add topical finasteride at 0.025% later.
Kevin Mann avoids dutasteride because it comes in gelatin capsules, which he avoids as a vegan, and he is satisfied with finasteride's results. He prefers finasteride due to more long-term research and follows the principle of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."
The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.
A sugar gel called 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) shows potential for promoting hair regrowth by increasing blood supply to hair follicles, similar to Minoxidil, but its effectiveness in humans is unproven. It may benefit those who don't tolerate Minoxidil, but it is not a replacement for treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.