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Using topical Minoxidil (Kirkland 5%) to treat thinning hair, with some users reporting positive results and others not seeing any effect. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and adapalene gel.

Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.

A user shared a beard growth protocol involving hydration toner, azelaic acid, tretinoin, moisturizer, 5% topical minoxidil, and SPF 30+ sunscreen. The regimen spans a year to a year and a half, with specific application schedules for different phases.

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, with users sharing personal experiences and side effects. It reflects on generational attitudes towards hair loss and the emotional impact of hair loss remedies.

DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.