Rob English's scalp massages, why aren't more people aren't talking about this? 12/4/2024
Rob English's scalp massages are discussed as a method to reduce DHT and stop hair loss, but many users criticize it as ineffective compared to treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Some users argue that alternative treatments like scalp massages and microneedling can work for some, but the community largely favors the "big three" medications.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity further reduce DHT in the scalp
The conversation discusses methods to further reduce DHT in the scalp for hair loss treatment, with users suggesting various approaches like using dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural supplements like pumpkin seed oil. Some users also mention using topical applications and scalp massages to enhance the effectiveness of these treatments.
community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?
Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.
community Been using 5% topical minoxidil... Any progress??
A 28-year-old male has been using 5% minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, and daily scalp massages to address hair loss. He is hesitant to use DHT inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride despite suggestions from others.
community Apart from Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Microneedling what are you doing to reverse balding?
Various treatments for hair loss include minoxidil injections, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements like vitamin D and biotin. Additional methods mentioned are red light therapy, scalp massages, lifestyle changes, and hair transplants.
community Started my journey today, wish me luck
A 27-year-old at Norwood 3 is starting a hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, scalp massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. The focus is on reducing DHT and stimulating growth, with finasteride emphasized as the key long-term solution.
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