Finasteride, Minoxidil, Bioneer CosmeRNA, Technoderma, Kintor, Hope, Breezula, and Follicum treatments showed increases in haircount, with Technoderma showing the highest increase at 24.3 hairs/cm². Amplifica has not yet published results.
Finasteride and dutasteride can show initial haircount increases within 12 weeks, but visible improvements often take longer, with many users reporting noticeable changes after a year or more. While early results may be seen under a microscope, significant cosmetic improvements typically require more time for hair to thicken and become visibly denser.
The user is using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss and is concerned about shedding and potential aggressive hair loss. They noticed some regrowth in trichoscopy pictures but are unsure about real-life changes.
The conversation is about whether vellus hair should be included in hair fall counts, with data showing daily hair loss. The consensus is that shedding, including vellus hair, is normal and within physiological limits.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal haircount and decreased vellus haircount, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.