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      community Caffeine & ketoconozole results past couple months

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using Alpecin and Nizoral, which improved hair texture and reduced shedding and itching. They are hesitant to use finasteride or minoxidil and are seeking other suggestions to slow hair loss and improve hair appearance.

      community fluridil (topilutamide) vs. cb-03-01 (clascoterone)

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about comparing the effectiveness of fluridil and clascoterone in preventing hair loss and inquiring about their use as standalone treatments. There is a question about the concentration of the fluridil brand for efficacy.

      community Journey against alopecia - Finasteride 3 month

       17 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hair loss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.

      community Topical melatonin shows some promise.

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      Topical melatonin shows promise for increasing hair density with minimal side effects. The user is transitioning from oral finasteride to a compounded minoxidil and finasteride solution and considering melatonin and bimatoprost as additional treatments.

      community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.

      community Stopping fin after 1.8 Years??!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride after 1.8 years due to concerns about side effects and is exploring alternatives like minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are also considering microneedling and are advised to wait for new treatments like breezula/clascoterone.

      community Now That PP405 Hype is Gone What is Everyone Coping with as the Next Cure?

       41 upvotes 1 month ago
      People are discussing various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and new potential treatments like vdphl01, ABS-201, and KX-826. Some express hope in future developments like hair cloning and CRISPR, while others emphasize acceptance and sticking with current treatments.

      community 4 Months (Fin + Duta + Minoxidil + Micro)

       268 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and red light therapy. The user plans to update on progress after eight months.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

       35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community Struggling to see progress dutasteride mesotherapy and minoxydil

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and has been using minoxidil, dutasteride mesotherapy, and red light therapy for 4.5 months without seeing results. They are considering changing their treatment due to lack of progress.

      community Is PP405 actually different, or does it fall into the same pattern as previous treatments?

      5 months ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hair loss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.

      community Progress photos from May 9 2024 until today.

       40 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP uses microneedling, Minoxidil, and recently started RU58841 for hair loss. Users suggest adding finasteride, but OP is concerned about side effects.

      community 14 Months Dut/Minox/Microneedling + 13 Months HRT

       38 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth journey using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, silica, biotin, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with cyproterone and estradiol. They reported substantial hairline improvement and some crown thinning, with hopes for further progress.

      community 60-Day check-in on Morr-F

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reports positive progress in hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Morr-F, Folligen, and supplements, with no significant side effects. They note improvement in hair density and are documenting changes with weekly photos.

      community Do you think clascoterone is overhyped

       14 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is considered overhyped and not as effective as finasteride or dutasteride, but it may be useful as a supportive treatment in combination with other therapies. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to clinical trials, with some suggesting it could be beneficial for those who cannot tolerate other treatments.

      community Creating a custom topical growth serum

       7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronic acid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.

      community Taking Fin 3 times/week vs everyday?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      Taking finasteride 3 times a week can provide similar benefits to daily use with potentially fewer side effects. Some users switch to topical treatments or adjust dosages to manage side effects while maintaining hair health.

      community don't deny the truth you know in your heart of hearts

       1972 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are discussed humorously, with skepticism about future cures. Users express frustration over the lack of a permanent solution and joke about investing in stocks or using time travel to solve baldness.

      community Holding out for a miracle drug

       59 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 41-year-old male has been using a combination of treatments for hair regrowth, including finasteride, minoxidil, a laser cap, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil, with some progress noted. He is maintaining his current regimen in hopes of a future miracle drug while considering hair transplants and other treatments like dutasteride and copper peptides.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

       24 upvotes 6 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community Riken develops new method for culturing hair follicles

       41 upvotes 8 years ago
      A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.

      community Current regimen without fin/min

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss regimen using natural oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, evening primrose, and sea buckthorn, along with microneedling, niacin, vitamin B complex, and astaxanthin. Some users criticize the effectiveness of this approach compared to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others suggest adding saw palmetto and other supplements.