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      community Polydopamine Synergizes with Quercetin Nanosystem to Reshape the Perifollicular Microenvironment for Accelerating Hair Regrowth in Androgenetic Alopecia.

       11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.

      community Anyone tried Thicair? thoughts?

      1 year ago
      Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."

      community Hairloss and dandruff.. potential sebderm inflammation?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

      community Using ketoconazole shampoo daily?

      in Ketoconazole  24 upvotes 7 months ago
      Using ketoconazole shampoo daily can dry out hair, and most users recommend using it 1-2 times a week with conditioner. Some users combine it with minoxidil and finasteride for better hair growth results.

      community New Breezula Update ( I think)

       18 upvotes 9 months ago
      Breezula's phase 3 enrollment for hair loss treatment is complete, but results have not been published, causing skepticism about its progress. Some users express doubt about its future, suggesting it may be reserved for exclusive use.

      community Secondary shedding, 6 months into oral minoxidil/finasteride 3mg chewables

       55 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased density after six months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables, despite going through a secondary shedding phase. The only side effect mentioned was restlessness, and the user feels healthier overall.

      community DHT is making fun of you, let's not suffer!

       17 upvotes 11 months ago
      DHT negatively affects scalp hair while promoting body hair growth, causing frustration due to the lack of permanent solutions for baldness. Users discuss treatments like finasteride and potential future solutions like CRISPR technology.

      community Thoughts on this? Supposed everychem pp405 results after 2 weeks

       17 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a promising hair loss treatment, potentially effective when combined with minoxidil and pyrilutamide. Some users are skeptical about rapid hair regrowth claims, while others are considering alternatives like GT20029 and pyrilutamide instead of finasteride.

      community Collagen peptides(powder) i highly recommend

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Collagen peptides are recommended for hair and skin benefits, with users noting improvements in hair and skin health. However, evidence on their effectiveness for hair growth is inconclusive.

      community Creatine, my hair loss, and my DHT levels. An anecdote with lab values.

       165 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased hair loss after starting a 10g daily creatine regimen, possibly linked to elevated DHT levels despite dutasteride use. Stopping creatine reduced shedding, but the exact cause is uncertain, with discussions on exercise and lifestyle impacts.

      community Trichotest Results: no Finasteride

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.

      community Anyone tried Kre Alkalyn instead of regular creatine for hair loss concerns?

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about hair loss potentially linked to regular creatine monohydrate use and considers switching to Kre Alkalyn, which some claim doesn't cause the same issues. A user argues that Kre Alkalyn and regular creatine are functionally identical once ingested, implying no difference in hair loss effects.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

       413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Finasteride induced acne!? ANY suggestions pls! Zinc?

       11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride may cause acne for some users, possibly due to increased testosterone or estrogen levels. Zinc, gluconic acid, and B5 cream are suggested treatments for managing this acne.

      community Experience with CB (Breezula)?

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      CB 03 01 (Breezula) was tried for hair loss but showed no significant improvement, with issues in dissolving and application. Finasteride and dutasteride remain the most effective treatments, while minoxidil is also used; CB's effectiveness is questioned, and topical alternatives like bicalutamide are considered.

      community Anyone here has experience with ‘nuke’ protocols?

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses aggressive hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, topical cetirizine, and experimental options like Estrogel, oh-flutamide, and RU58841. Users share experiences and suggest trying oral minoxidil and el cranell, noting the complexity and challenges of treating hair loss.

      community Stopping Spirononlactone Hair Shedding? Please help

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A person in their early 30s is experiencing increased hair shedding after stopping birth control and reducing spironolactone, which they've been on for years. They are concerned about the hair loss, which is different from their usual hereditary pattern, and are seeking advice.

      community Is it worth adding Ketoconazole at this stage?

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about using Ketoconazole shampoo as a potential addition to Finasteride for hair density, with skepticism about its effectiveness for hair regrowth. Users suggest that Ketoconazole mainly helps with dandruff and scalp irritation, while Minoxidil and other treatments like oral Minoxidil or dutasteride might be more effective for hair density.

      community losing transplanted hairs.....

       6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced hair loss in a transplanted area after using creatine for four months, despite being on finasteride for three years. They stopped creatine, hoping the hair loss is temporary shedding rather than permanent.

      community Is trichosol meant to smell like ginger beer?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is using a trichosol-based minoxidil solution to avoid scalp irritation and is asking if it should smell like ginger beer. They like the scent and want to confirm they have the correct product.

      community Topicals for sensitive scalp (+sed derm)

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a gentle topical treatment for a sensitive scalp with seborrheic dermatitis. Suggestions include using Trichosol/Trichofoam-based topical finasteride/minoxidil, which is considered gentle on the scalp.

      community Mixing Finasteride with Ordinary Retinol

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Mixing finasteride with retinol for a topical solution to avoid irritation from minoxidil. Finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo help with itchiness.

      community Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 4 years ago
      The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.

      community Just took my first dose

       12 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user started finasteride and zinc for hair loss, planning to add ketoconazole. They hope this combination will be effective.