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GlossaryCoffee Extract

liquid derived from brewed coffee beans, rich in caffeine

Coffee extract, also known as coffee concentrate or coffee essence, is a liquid derived from brewed coffee beans. It is created by steeping ground coffee in water, often at a high concentration, to capture the essential flavors and active compounds, such as caffeine and antioxidants. This extract can be used in various applications, including flavoring foods, beverages, and even in some cosmetic and hair care products for its potential benefits like stimulating hair growth and improving scalp health.

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community What do you think Jerry Seinfeld did to restore his hair?

in Satire 940 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation speculates on how Jerry Seinfeld might have improved his hair appearance, suggesting various methods like hair styling, hair products, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair restoration, but no consensus is reached. Some comments are jokes, not serious suggestions.

community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

in Transplants 28 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 4.5 month hair transformation with HOMEMADE topical solution. Saying bye to the Norwood reaper.

in Progress Pictures 128 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their 4.5-month hair transformation using a homemade topical solution with 5% minoxidil and crushed finasteride pills, applied twice daily with weekly microneedling. They plan to switch to once-daily application with tretinoin gel to enhance absorption.

community Increased Coffee intake resulted in massive shed

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 1 month ago

Increased coffee intake might be linked to hair shedding, but the cause is unclear. The user is on finasteride and has increased water intake, possibly affecting electrolyte balance.

community Dr Huberman - Cafeine when rubbed on the scalp can be as effective at times as minoxidil because it triggers 1GF-1

in Update 265 upvotes 1 year ago

Whether topical caffeine can be as effective for hair growth as minoxidil and finasteride, with various replies discussing the efficacy of these treatments and criticism of Dr. Huberman's research methods.

community "Minoxidil and Caffeine: Reason behind hyper responders and non-responders."

in Research/Science 31 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil and caffeine may interact, affecting hair growth results. Users shared mixed experiences, with some noticing improvements without caffeine and others still seeing results despite coffee consumption.

community 0-3-10 month update on Finasteride! Minoxidil next to thicken up these hairs? Thinking about Oral Minoxidil what do you guys think?

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This user is considering using Finasteride and Minoxidil to treat their hair loss, with various opinions being shared about the effectiveness of each treatment. Others suggest that Micro-needling might also be an option for them.

community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

in Scalp Massage 48 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

community I will have it cured by morning

in Research/Science 370 upvotes 1 year ago

Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.

community How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

in Question 6 upvotes 7 years ago

The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.

community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

in Update 147 upvotes 6 months ago

A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

community Why is human evolution like this 😂

in Chat 2 years ago

Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

community 8 months min and fin… feeling pretty hopeful

in Progress Pictures 481 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hair transplant and recommend considering oral finasteride.

community Caffeine & Alopecia: What the Science Seems to Say

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of topical caffeine for Androgenetic Alopecia (APA) and female pattern hair loss. While some studies suggest positive results, there's no reliable scientific evidence to strongly recommend caffeine compounds for hair regrowth.

community 5 months (.015% fin topical, 5% min, Microneedle .75mm) - How's the Progress?

in Is this regrowth? 30 upvotes 2 months ago

User is using a homemade topical treatment with .015% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling at .75mm depth. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo, various oils, and are considering increasing finasteride concentration due to mixed results.

community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 8 months ago

A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

community 5 month progress, should i add fin?

in Progress Pictures 243 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. Some suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, while others commend the current regimen's effectiveness.

community Comparison of styled hair, similar haircut 9 months apart. (Oral Fin/Topical Min/Microneedling)

in Progress Pictures 1075 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.

community (20 M) 1 Year of Progress Fin and Min

in Progress Pictures 1232 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. He experienced no side effects, saw results within weeks, and despite occasional shedding, his hair grew back thicker and in previously bald spots.

community Am I balding? NW -2, on min and fin for 2 weeks now

in Satire 970 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses hair loss and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Conversation includes jokes and comments about hairlines and hair growth.

community My Hairline journey. The first photo taken is the day I took the pill. No date specific just know I’ve been on finasteride 22 months. 2 years November 14th. ASK ANYTHING. Oh yeah started minoxidil a year later. Once every day or every other day super inconsistent and never really use 1ml, maybe half

in Progress Pictures 326 upvotes 2 years ago

. Fin from Inhouse This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.

community What do these pictures say about my hair and scalp if anything? Miniaturization, inflammation, etc.?

in Research/Science 74 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss and scalp issues, with people discussing possible treatments such as Nizoral shampoo, Minoxidil, neem oil, and finasteride.

community The link between hair loss and gut health

in Research/Science 59 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential link between gut health and hair loss, with personal experiences of hair thinning and stomach issues shared. Some individuals found no success with common hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and are exploring the impact of gut health on hair growth.

community 5 months of daily using finasteride and minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 844 upvotes 4 months ago

User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.

community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

in Chat 245 upvotes 7 months ago

A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.

community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

in Research/Science 102 upvotes 9 months ago

A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

community I find it crazy how some people like this bloke have 0 DHT sensitivity. He is on grams of anabolic steroids and has a full, thick head of hair. I wish all of on here had this guys hair genes lol

in Satire 443 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about hair loss and the possibility of maintaining a full head of hair while using anabolic steroids. Some users believe that having good hair genes and taking hair loss protocols can help prevent hair loss while on steroids.

community Aggressive Hair Loss from 18 – 22: Beginning my Holy Crusade Against MPB

in Treatment 1 year ago

A user's experience with aggressive hair loss from age 18-22, and possible treatments to combat this such as Dut, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.

community 10 months fin/min progress update

in Progress Pictures 1212 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 10-month progress update using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with other users offering congratulations, jokes, advice, and questions.