Bryan Johnson and his Hair routine, what's the point?
    Hair Systems 4/2/2026

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this general discussion post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Dutasteride (topical) 0.25%
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 7%
    the tone is critical with 95% effectiveness attributed to Dutasteride and Minoxidil results.

    Other terms

    Dutasteride and high-dose Minoxidil are the primary treatments maintaining hair, with additional supplements and therapies like red light offering minimal extra benefit. The discussion criticizes promoting expensive hair care products when basic medications are doing most of the work.
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      community Don't give up on finasteride folks

       284 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community Red Light Therapy: my experience

       14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with the Omnilux Red Light mask for skin and potential hair benefits, while also using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend the mask for those interested in skincare and red light therapy, despite being unsure of its effectiveness for hair growth.

      community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

       29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

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