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      community Capilia Longa and scandinavian biolabs

       2 upvotes 3 years ago
      Capilia Longa and Scandinavian Biolabs are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness and value. The conversation suggests avoiding these products due to high cost and perceived lack of results.

      community DNA Trichotest reliable? & topical spironolactone for Cis males

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The DNA Trichotest is considered unreliable for predicting hair loss treatment responses, and topical spironolactone is questioned for its effectiveness and safety in cis males. Finasteride and Dutasteride are recommended as more reliable treatments for androgenic alopecia.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community DNA Test for better suited treatment?

       3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of dutasteride, minoxidil, and the potential benefits of a DNA test and PRP therapy. Opinions vary, with some users skeptical about the DNA test and PRP, suggesting sticking with current treatments.

      community What should I include in my blood test?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil without success and is considering a comprehensive blood test to explore other causes of hair loss. They are unsure about the necessity and cost of the extensive tests and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the full panel or focus on specific tests.

      community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

      in Treatment  44 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.

      community Anagen (@anagenxyz) claiming they've cracked scalp-only DHT blocking - thoughts?

       15 upvotes 5 days ago
      A company is developing a topical dutasteride that targets hair follicles without significantly affecting systemic DHT levels, with trials underway to measure its effectiveness. Users discuss the potential benefits and skepticism around the formulation compared to existing treatments.

      community How is scalp sensitivity even measured?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 8 months ago
      There are no tests to determine genetic follicle sensitivity for hair loss, and conclusions are based on hypothetical or post-balding observations. Finasteride is mentioned as an easy, consistent treatment option compared to natural treatments.

      community Alternatives/unorthodox hairloss protocols to the big three

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hair loss treatments, including RU58841, nandrolone, and dianabol, as well as theoretical approaches involving high doses of estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators. These methods are considered extreme and potentially harmful but are explored for those unable to tolerate traditional 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      10 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community The cure we've been ignoring: Anal Dutasteride

       225 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses using anal administration of Dutasteride as a novel method for treating hair loss, suggesting it could target DHT production more effectively. It includes satirical comments about the method's potential effects and absurd outcomes.

      community Studies or evidence for concentration for topicals?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using different concentrations of topical treatments for hair loss, specifically Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Tretinoin. The user is considering higher concentrations after previous treatments were ineffective.

      community PP405 (Everychem 3HP) Users - Assemble and share your story!

      in Chat  19 upvotes 4 months ago
      Users discussed the effectiveness of Everychem's solution, similar to PP405, with some reporting improved hair thickness and new growth. Concerns were raised about safety and the legitimacy of the product, with some users advising against purchasing research chemicals.

      community Rate my regimen: 20yo/M looking for advice

      in Satire  145 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 20 year old male discussing his hair loss regimen, which includes using topical dutasteride, rogaine, RU58841, minoxidil and Avodart pills as well as scalp massage, stabbing head with steak knife, counting shed hairs under a hair net and sending them to a lab for analysis. Suggestions from other users include scalping method and switching to saw palmetto and zinc supplements.

      community Targeting multiple AGA mechanisms with commonly available substances

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a multimodal approach to treat androgenic alopecia, including substances like gamma-linolenic acid, DHA, sulforaphane, melatonin, cetirizine, astaxanthin, fisetin, apigenin, curcumin, limonene, genistein, and berberine. Users also mention using ketoconazole, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as part of their hair loss treatment regimens.

      community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.

      community Has anyone done research on Absci's AI‑driven antibody platform? Seeking your thoughts!

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is interested in Absci's AI-driven antibody platform, ABS-201, for treating androgenetic alopecia, which shows promising preclinical results and potential for hair regrowth and pigmentation restoration. However, concerns are raised about the drug's development timeline and its advantages compared to existing treatments.