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      community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel

      in Female  225 upvotes 1 month ago
      A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.

      community Ru58841 made my hair worse

      in General  138 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU58841 worsened hair condition, causing thinning and unusual patterns. The user stopped using it two months ago but hasn't seen recovery, and there's speculation about androgen receptor upregulation.

      community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol

      in Technology  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.

      community The Ordinary hair serum / Redensyl / Taxifolin initial experiences

       2 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their initial experiences with The Ordinary hair density serum, which contains Redensyl (taxifolin). They observed increased hair volume but also developed pimples, likely due to the serum stimulating sebaceous glands.

      community Kintor develop GT20026 Anti-Androgen receptor drug with NO SIDES

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a new topical drug for hair loss and acne without notable side effects, which has been accepted for investigational use in China. Some users express skepticism about the legitimacy of the company and the potential for other drugs like RU58841 to be developed due to patent expiration and lack of profitability.

      community Chlorine dioxide: An effective product?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chlorine dioxide was discussed as a potential hair growth treatment, with a method involving spraying it on the scalp and covering it with a cap. Concerns were raised about its safety, comparing it to bleach.

      community Oxytocin, empathy, hair, and cinnamon

      in General  138 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low oxytocin levels in hair are linked to reduced empathy and may affect hair growth. Cinnamic acid can promote hair growth by activating oxytocin receptors.

      community Why aren’t hair fibers popular?

      in Product  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hair loss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.

      community minoxidil without propylene glycol?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil without propylene glycol is sought to avoid dermatitis, with Rogaine foam and Tecflox suggested as alternatives. Users discuss using foam to prevent irritation and suggest heating it for easier application.

      community Any active Kx-826 Pyrilutamide group buys happening?

      in Product  11 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses organizing group buys and tracking progress for Kx-826 Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment. Participants express optimism about upcoming results and concerns about self-reporting bias.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community Verteporfin being used anywhere?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.

      community which is better ; minoxidil with more alcohol or more pg?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Minoxidil formulations with different alcohol and propylene glycol (pg) ratios. The user finds that a formulation with 20% pg and 80% ethanol dries faster but is concerned about absorption time.

      community KX-826 Phase 3 Results Are Out

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 1 month ago
      KX-826 shows promising results for hair growth with fewer side effects, offering an alternative to finasteride and minoxidil. Users discuss combining it with minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral for improved results.

      community Making topical finasteride solution

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been mixing finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and is considering switching to a less expensive product with a different ingredient list. They are questioning if the new product's higher water content compared to alcohol will affect the finasteride's solubility.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community my poetic rendition titled "nor-wood" of the song mad-world.

      in Satire  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is a satirical poem about hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, RU58841, hair transplants, and derma rolling. The user also shares their personal regimen, which includes Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, Ketoconazole shampoo, Fluridil, and Cetirizine, along with monthly microneedling.

      community Anyone have any KX-826 results yet?

      in Product  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX-826 users report increased shedding, with some experiencing more shedding at higher concentrations. Users are discussing where to purchase the product.

      community Vitamin C and hair growth PH levels

      in Product  35 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using vitamin C and Magnesium L-Threonate for hair growth by reducing DHT binding to dermal papilla cells. The original post about vitamin C's pH levels and sebum control was possibly removed by a moderator.