The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from Norwood scale 4 to 2.5 over a year using daily 8.5-9% RU58841, topical Dutasteride 0.1%, RU58841 5% 1.5 times a week, and daily caffeineredensylscalptreatment.
The conversation is about seeking alternatives to combine with Finasteride for hair loss treatment, specifically if not wanting to use Minoxidil. The user questions if anyone has tried Redensyl as a potential alternative.
User asks about Redensyl as a substitute for Minoxidil due to side effects. Another user suggests trying Ordinary Hair Serum with dermarolling for improved hair quality.
Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
Whether topical caffeine can be as effective for hair growth as minoxidil and finasteride, with various replies discussing the efficacy of these treatments and criticism of Dr. Huberman's research methods.