A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
The conversation discusses future hairloss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.
The user uses a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly for hairloss and applies minoxidil afterward, feeling a slight burn but no bleeding. They question if bleeding, seen in others using a derma pen, indicates proper technique.
A 36-year-old had a hair transplant with 6,500 grafts 7 months ago, took 1.25mg of finasteride every other day for 5 months, and recently switched to 1mg daily along with 5% minoxidil spray. They are considering a touch-up transplant and are seeking advice on their progress and future expectations.
A user is pleased with their hair regrowth after 3 months using Minoxidil 5%. They plan to start Finasteride upon returning home, and others discuss the importance of consistency and patience with hairloss treatments.
A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.
A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hairloss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.
The conversation discusses the delay in the release of GT20029 for hairloss treatment and skepticism about its effectiveness. Participants mention other treatments like verteporfin and advancements in transplant procedures as more realistic options.
People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hairloss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.
People are discussing if Serioxyl / Stemoxydine sold on eBay is authentic and questioning how sellers have it if L'Oreal may not be producing it anymore. They are sharing experiences and seeking insight on the legitimacy of the product and its availability.
A user is experiencing worsening hairloss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.
The post discusses the confusion about the optimal microneedling depth and frequency for hair growth, and when to apply treatments like minoxidil. A reply suggests the best method is using a 1.25mm depth every 7 days with a specific device, holding it for 10 seconds to stimulate hair growth.
A user noticing changes in the L'Oreal Serioxyl hair treatment, including a different smell, mismatched batch numbers, and a color change. They question if it's a new formula and seek alternatives to stemoxydine. Another user questions if the positive results were due to stemoxydine or other medications.
The post discusses a phase 2 trial for HMI-115, a hairloss treatment, in China, specifically seeking volunteers aged 18-65 with Norwood 3 vertex, 4, and 5 hairloss. The conversation includes questions about the specific recruitment criteria and how to volunteer.
The user "Expliced" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for 1 year and 3 months. Another user mentioned that using a high-definition camera with flash and sharpening the photo can show new hairs appearing sooner.
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts at WSC clinic in Istanbul and uses finasteride, biotin, multivitamins, minoxidil with finasteride, biotin shampoo, and coconut oil with peppermint oil for hairloss treatment. Another user commented that the result looks like a barren patch of hair.
User shares 3-month hairloss treatment progress using 1mg oral Fin, 2.5mg oral Min, Nizoral 3x week, and 1.5mm derma 1x week. Others comment on improvements and ask about oral Min source.
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hairloss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.
The conversation discusses various factors affecting hairloss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hairloss.
A user's journey with hairloss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.
The user experienced worse hair after removing a wig system and has been using Hairband 82 Comfort Flex, Hair Max supplements, dermarolling, and a scalp massager for 4 months without clear results. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to shedding concerns and avoid finasteride due to side effects, preferring Saw Palmetto instead.
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
Hairloss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.
Treatments used to prevent and treat male pattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hairloss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.