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      community DNA test result is incredible !

      in Technology  31 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personalized hair loss treatment plan based on DNA test results, recommending Minoxidil, Dutasteride, 17-alpha Estradiol, Cetirizine, and PRP sessions. The test identifies a high risk of hair loss due to DHT but a good response to Minoxidil, suggesting a tailored approach to treatment.

      community Tory lanez hair loss

       297 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss stigma and societal attitudes towards it, with a focus on Tory Lanez's situation. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants are discussed as potential solutions.

      community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

      in Treatment  120 upvotes 2 years ago
      Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

      community Miniaturization(?) after 12 months on oral fin/min compound

       13 upvotes 1 month ago
      After 12 months on an oral compound of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, the user experienced a seasonal shed and noticed thinner hairs at the hairline, raising concerns about ongoing miniaturization. Another user shared a similar experience and mentioned switching to dutasteride after genetic testing showed finasteride was ineffective.

      community Any news on potential hair loss treatments?

       11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about seeking updates on new hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning scube3 and GT20029, with one person mentioning HMI_115 as showing promising results.

      community Fin and Brain Fog

       7 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about brain fog potentially caused by finasteride use, with some users sharing personal experiences of cognitive issues and others suggesting it might be paranoia or unrelated. The original poster decides to stop using finasteride to see if their cognitive function improves.

      community New & Improved Hair Growth Stack for Maximum Results

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a hair growth stack using minoxidil sulfate, valproic acid, bimatoprost, blue copper peptide, and other ingredients, emphasizing a gel-based formula for better skin tolerance. Another user suggested adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for more effective long-term results.

      community A New Hair Loss Drug Could Cure Balding and Reverse Graying

       367 upvotes 10 months ago
      ABS-201, a prolactin receptor blocker, shows promise in reversing hair loss and graying, with early success in macaques. Current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are still widely used, but new options like PP405 are eagerly anticipated.

      community Trying new hairstyle with thin hair! Open to opinions!

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss with good results and is considering adding oral minoxidil. They are experimenting with hairstyles and hair products to manage their thinning hair and have received mixed feedback.

      community Five month hair regrowth progress (Dut+min+biotin)

       327 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. The user shares before and after pictures, noting significant improvement and discussing treatment details like derma rolling.

      community Are all male celebs and models on fin/dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  102 upvotes 7 months ago
      Many male celebrities and models use treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to combat hair loss, with some also undergoing hair transplants. These treatments are common and increasingly normalized, with some celebrities openly discussing their use.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community The expected timeline for PP405 - Next update at AAD Annual Meeting in March 2026 ?

       34 upvotes 8 months ago
      A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community I wrote a poem about pp405 (potential treatment)

      in Satire  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A poem humorously suggests hope for a new hair loss treatment, PP405, while users debate the effectiveness and side effects of current treatments like Finasteride. Concerns are raised about Finasteride's side effects, especially for young users, and skepticism about new treatments is expressed.

      community Prolactin the Cause of Hair Loss? ABS-201 the Cure?

       29 upvotes 2 months ago
      Prolactin may contribute to hair loss, but targeting its receptor won't cure androgenetic alopecia. ABS-201 could be a useful alternative or adjuvant therapy, similar to JAK inhibitors, but not more effective than HMI-115.

      community Update on dut and min (thought I was a non responder)

      in Update  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and noticed new hair growth after initially thinking there was no progress. Encouragement was given to continue the treatment as it takes time to see full results.

      community GT-20029 should be much more superior than finasteride

       39 upvotes 1 year ago
      GT-20029 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with concerns about its safety and systemic absorption compared to finasteride. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, noting that it may not surpass existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

       43 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community What’s the deal with BPC - 157?

       84 upvotes 2 months ago
      BPC-157 is debated for hair loss, with some claiming it helps, but most agree there's no solid evidence for hair regrowth. Finasteride is mentioned as a common treatment, but results vary.

      community What are the upcoming or promising future developments in hair loss?

       31 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses potential future hair loss treatments, including SCUBE3, hair follicle cloning, and GT20029, with mentions of past disappointments like CosmeRNA and hopes for treatments like Verteporfin for infinite donor hair.

      community Cbum's hair transplant looks absolutely terrible

       979 upvotes 1 year ago
      A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.

      community It's all so frustrating: I don't know what to do anymore.

      in Chat  18 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss despite using minoxidil, topical finasteride, and topical dutasteride, and is considering other options like oral treatments, SMP, or hair systems. They feel demoralized and are struggling with self-esteem and social interactions due to their thinning hair.

      community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

      community Vellus terminal microscope study

       5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It highlights the transformation of vellus hairs into terminal hairs in a Norwood 6 frontal area.