community HELP! Hair transplant for me (with pics) ?
User tried various hair loss treatments with side effects. Seeks advice on hair transplant without maintenance drug.
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630-660 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is this hierarchy of topical anti androgens accurate?
User on fin, minox, and ketoconazole seeks to add another topical anti-androgen. Hierarchy of effectiveness: 1. RU55841, 2. Fluridil - Eucapil, 3. CB-03-01 - Breezula, 4. Ketoconazole; alfatradiol suggested as addition.
community Using Antihypertensive drugs for hair loss
The conversation discusses the potential connection between baldness, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride.
community Taking Topical Minoxidil Orally Week 14
Taking Minoxidil topically for hair loss and the results, which included jokes about castration, Daenerys Targaryenism, and a hair system. People in the conversation also shared positive affirmations and humorous comments.
community 4,5 months results: Fin, Minoxidil, microneedling. Details in comment
User shared 4.5-month hair loss treatment results using Fin, Minoxidil, and microneedling. Others discussed postponing hair transplant and adjusting microneedling depth.
community Trichotest results in… min not on my list! Just Fin/Dut, Zinc… and the insanely expensive latanoprost & prostaquinon.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.
community Scientific Review: Caffeine shampoo does NOT stop hair loss. False claims and "fake" research. 19 References included.
Alpecin Caffeine shampoo is ineffective for stopping hair loss, with unreliable supporting research. Finasteride is effective in reducing hair loss by lowering DHT levels.
community Scientific Review: Saw Palmetto is not effective for treating hair loss and does not inhibit DHT to the extend that most people think. Anti-Hair loss claims are invalid.
Saw Palmetto is not effective for hair loss treatment and is not a recommended alternative to finasteride due to its inability to significantly inhibit DHT.
community From month 1 to month 2. Min,fin,RU,micro needling, and keto.
User experienced hair regrowth using Min, Fin, RU, micro needling, and keto. Others encouraged consistency and shared excitement for future progress.
community Been doing daily 3% topical peppermint oil for 6+ months (never used minoxidil). Have had growth that seems as good as minoxidil. Might strenghten the idea that peppermint is a good low-cost treatment, that potentially works by another route than minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.
community 3 months of only minox + dermarolling, really happy with the results so far
User experienced hair regrowth with minoxidil and dermarolling for 3 months. Routine includes applying 1ml minoxidil nightly and dermarolling with 0.5mm needles twice a week.
community #BIG4 plus vitamins and biotin/ 6 Months results/ 26 years old/ Extreme MPB
A 26-year-old with extreme male pattern baldness saw hair regrowth after 6 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral, a vitamin complex, biotin, and a shampoo with baicapil. Continuation of treatment is necessary to maintain results; stopping may lead to hair loss, making a hair transplant a potential future option.
community Can we trust l’oreal clinical study on Stemoxydine 5%? They conducted/founded the research on the Same molecule that they sell, research could be biased!? L’Oreal reported clinical study that showed an increase of 4% in hair density on the patients treated with stemoxydine for 3 months
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. L'Oreal's study on Stemoxydine 5% claims a 4% increase in hair density after 3 months, but some users question potential bias.
community [19M] Before and after pics 8 months after consistent use of Finasteride 1 mg and Minoxidil 5% 1ml every night, ketokonazole2%+salicylic acid mild shampoo everyday. I've used minoxidil only for the frontal, most significant area of the scalp for regrowth as 1 ml is not enough for entire scalp
User shared before and after photos of 8 months using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5% 1ml nightly, with positive results and no side effects. Others praised the progress and suggested alternative treatments like topical fin, CB-03-01, or RU58841.
community Anyone here get results from topical melatonin?
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.
community Long term minoxidil as a permanent solution
A user is considering using minoxidil for hair loss and asks for advice on application and long-term effectiveness. Responses suggest minoxidil can be effective but may lose efficiency over time, and combining it with other treatments like finasteride might be more beneficial.
community RU58841, 8% HPLC-MS done by jano, they legit
The conversation is about testing the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user planning to increase their dose to 30 mg per day along with 20 mg of Minoxidil. The test results showed approximately 70 mg/ml, which the user considers a good result.
community Got my first hair system put on yesterday. I feel like a brand new man. Haven’t been confident in so many years.
User got first hair system and feels confident. Cost $200, attached at hairclub for $150, considering $400 monthly membership for weekly visits and new system monthly.
community First three are before, last 3 are after. Almost 8 months in. Fin, Min, RU every day, Nizoral twice a week. almost at the finish line 🙏🙏🙏only thing is the crown is being stubborn. hoping it keeps improving.
User shared 8-month progress using Fin, Min, RU daily and Nizoral twice a week for hair loss. Experienced shedding, but saw improvement and gained hope.
community 1 year fin 1mg and minox. can see some density reclaimed
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil, regaining hair density. Others praised the improvement and asked about side effects and additional treatments.
community My dermatologist didn't give me finasteride and instead gave me latanoprost and some cream
User asked dermatologist for finasteride, received latanoprost and diprogenta cream instead. Others suggest latanoprost is expensive and not better than minoxidil, recommend trying another doctor for finasteride.
community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use
Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
community MinoxidilMax now sells Ru55841
MinoxidilMax is now selling a product called Ruderma, which contains RU58841, a chemical used for hair loss treatment. Some users question the legitimacy of the company, while others discuss the standard concentration of RU58841 and mention that both men and women use finasteride for hair loss.
community 25 months. Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, fixing vitamin D levels
User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hair loss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.
community Minox. 2.5 percent, Finasteride 1.25mg, Microneedling 1.5 mm, Ketoconazole shampoo and Biotin. Got better until it didn’t. Should I start dutasteride and Ru?
User experiencing hair loss tried Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Biotin. Others suggest continuing current treatment for 1-2 years before considering Dutasteride and RU58841.
community Future hope ? What do you guys predict ? clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029 etc.
User tried oral finasteride, topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, and RU58841 but experienced side effects. They discuss upcoming treatments like clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029, and KY19382 as potential options.
community Bloodwork post finasteride gyno sides
The user stopped using finasteride after two weeks due to gynecomastia symptoms and shared blood work results questioning if they indicate a cause for the side effects. The user is considering restarting finasteride and seeking advice on their blood work levels in relation to gynecomastia.
community Compendium of Obscure and Uncommon Hair Loss Topicals
Obscure hair loss topicals like Alfatradiol, Fluridil, and Stemoxydine are discussed. They may be considered for those not responding well to common treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Dr. Rassman’s topical liposomal finasteride - gyno question
User discusses topical liposomal finasteride for hair loss, hoping to avoid breast growth side effect. Conversation includes using minoxidil, fluridil, and dermarolling, and mentions minimal systemic absorption of liposomal finasteride.
community anybody actually got botox on their scalp and had success?
The user is considering Botox for scalp hair loss and currently uses finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and green tea extract. They seek information on potential risks and effectiveness.