A user experienced hair loss and thinning after starting a high-dose vitamin B complex. They are seeking advice on whether others have had similar experiences.
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil with vitamins for 5 months and seen improvements. They are asking if adding topical minoxidil would be beneficial or if they should continue with the oral treatment alone.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% twice daily, micro-needling, topical finasteride every other day, and various supplements for 3 months to treat hair loss and has seen positive results. They also mentioned using hair growth tablets, biotin, zinc, and vitamins B and D, but not consistently.
The conversation discusses Dr. Blake Bloxham's experiment with Verteporfin for hair loss, with one person suggesting more doctors should try it as it seems beneficial. Another comment notes that results at 4-5 months were not very impressive.
The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.
User is considering microneedling to enhance hair regrowth after limited response to minoxidil and better results with finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Recommendations include using a 1.5mm derma roller once a week, avoiding minoxidil on microneedling days, and disinfecting the roller with isopropyl alcohol.
A user noticed that after using finasteride and a regrowth spray, their new hair strands are all black, unlike their previously white hair. They are puzzled by this change and seek an explanation.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hair loss treatments.
A 37-year-old who started losing hair in their early 20s tried minoxidil with little effect, then experienced more loss until 2023. They are now using a treatment including finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, saw palmetto shampoo, and micro needling, and are seeing early positive results.
A 33-year-old man using finasteride, minoxidil, thickening shampoo, conditioner, and Nizoral noticed peach fuzz after a month and is hopeful for regrowth. Others shared mixed experiences, with some seeing further growth and others not.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically the anticipation for the release of a new treatment, GT20029, by 2028. Users are discussing their experiences with current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, and the potential of future treatments, including FAK inhibitors and verteporfin trials.
A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.
The potential stability of pyrilutamide in a mixture with water, and how it could be used in combination with Minoxidil and Finasteride to treat hair loss.
The user reports the best results for hairline regrowth using 3 drops of minoxidil under the tongue once daily, after trying various treatments including loniten, topical minoxidil with estrogen, dutasteride, and finasteride. Additional regimen includes occasional tretinoin, collagen peptides, crude oil massages, violet ray device, nizoral, and Listerine for scalp health.
A user's 20 year journey with hair loss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.
The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitamin D, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.
A user with low iron levels is experiencing hair loss and is taking oral minoxidil and finasteride. Another user confirms that low ferritin can contribute to hair loss and recommends iron supplements.
A user's progress with hair regrowth after using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, derma roller, topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo and Stemoxydine for 8 months.
Minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, but evidence is mixed. Alternatives like dermarolling and retinol are suggested.
Hair care products for those using minox, keto, fin, and microneedling are discussed. Nizoral 2%, Revita shampoo, Nioxin system 2, Aveda thickening tonic, Hanz De Fuko Claymation, and Morrocanoil Texture Clay are mentioned as options.
Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.
The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation focuses on foods with sufficient procyanidin b2, such as dark chocolate and apples, and the required dosage.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment, which includes taking finasteride pills and using minoxidil once daily; discussing the effects of these treatments and the experience of shedding and regrowth; and advice on adding microneedling.
A user who has started to go bald and decided to try wearing a hair piece, discussing the experience of doing so and sharing tips for maintenance. The conversation includes discussion about confidence in relation to wearing a wig or hair piece, as well as advice on getting it cut and attached professionally.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.