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      community Head feels way more inflamed when scalp is oily

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experiences scalp inflammation, especially when oily, despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and nizoral. They recently started cetirizine and are considering benzoyl peroxide wash for relief.

      community RU58841 vs. KX-826 vs. CB-03-01

       16 upvotes 3 months ago
      RU58841 shows the strongest results despite weaker binding affinity, while KX-826 and CB-03-01 are more expensive and have minimal side effects. RU58841 is considered effective but has potential health risks if ingested; users report positive outcomes with RU58841 and finasteride.

      community Is this fake finasteride? Really cheap

       12 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride is cheap in Egypt and likely not fake, with local brands like Nopecia and Prostride being common. The 5mg dose is higher than recommended for hair loss, which is typically 1.25mg.

      community Ginsenoside enriched formulation

      1 year ago
      Panax ginseng, specifically a ginsenoside-enriched formulation, is suggested as a potential hair growth treatment alongside finasteride and minoxidil. The user is considering trying panax ginseng despite limited availability and evidence.

      community Thoughts on this product or other suggestions?

       12 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, latanoprost, tretinoin, dutasteride, and cetirizine, with concerns about effectiveness, cost, and potential side effects. Users express skepticism about the product's price and the combination of multiple compounds.

      community Glycine and it's effects on DHT?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Glycine may upregulate 5AR, potentially affecting hair. Users suggest using Finasteride to manage hair loss concerns.

      community Wanting to try topical AHK-CU/GHK-CU

       6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is exploring topical treatments AHK-CU and GHK-CU for hair loss, avoiding Minoxidil and prescription medications. They believe their hair loss is not genetic but caused by Accutane, and are considering products like Neurogan and Bloom by Fleur.

      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       23 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community KX-826 users: 0.5% vs 0.9% vs foam

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX-826 is being discussed for hair loss treatment, with users debating between 0.5% and 0.9% solutions and foam. Some report side effects like headaches, while others see no changes; it blocks androgen receptors without reducing DHT levels.

      community From finasteride to Serenoa repens

       1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced anxiety and side effects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.

      community Forgotten 'Total Revival' Stack

      in Research/Science  42 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cyclosporine A is discussed as a powerful hair growth stimulant, potentially more effective than minoxidil, but concerns about safety and side effects, including cancer risk, limit its use. The conversation highlights the need for further research and experimentation with topical application, despite its risks.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

       13 upvotes 3 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community AHK-cu peptides experiences and sources to buy

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      AHK-cu peptides are discussed for hair growth, with users comparing them to GHK-cu peptides and sharing sources to buy. AHK-cu is noted as more expensive, and users express interest in finding cheaper, reliable vendors.

      community My hair transplant journey in Turkey

      in Transplants  336 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in Turkey using the DHI and Sapphire FUE techniques, without taking finasteride or minoxidil post-surgery. They emphasized that transplanted hairs from the donor area are resistant to hair loss, but acknowledged that native hairs might still thin without medication.

      community Sule Hair Transplant in Istanbul Turkey | 5000 grafts | 6 months post-op

      in Transplants  30 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month update after a 5000-graft hair transplant at Sule Hair Clinic in Istanbul, noting a smooth procedure and ongoing growth without using finasteride or minoxidil. Some users expressed concerns about the decision to avoid these treatments, predicting potential future hair loss issues.

      community Growth Update on Crown - Fin & Min

      in Progress Pictures  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures of their hair growth after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and undergoing a hair transplant with 4,200 grafts in Istanbul. They reported thicker hair and noticeable crown regrowth, with no side effects from the treatments.

      community My Fluridil/Eucapil 2% experience 30 days.

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced side effects like fatigue and aches after using Eucapil 2% for hair loss, suspecting it went systemic. Other users debated whether Eucapil can cause such effects, with some suggesting it might affect testosterone levels.

      community Has anyone experimentwd with ahk-cu and ghk-cu topically?

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical peptides ahk-cu and ghk-cu for hair loss. One user reported that while these peptides made their hair look thicker and improved scalp health, they did not notice significant hair growth.

      community Update: Cbum's Transplant looks super good now

       614 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chris's hair transplant looks better, but the hairline is criticized for being too straight and unnatural. Some recommend using finasteride and minoxidil for maintenance.

      community Does anyone compound their own fin topicals?

      6 years ago
      The conversation is about a person considering making their own topical finasteride to avoid side effects from oral use. They discuss potential methods and ingredients, including cayenne pepper extract, rosemary, and coconut oil, and seek advice on effectiveness and alternatives like light therapy or dermarolling.

      community I had a hair transplant in Turkey!

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their positive experience of getting a 4000-graft hair transplant in Turkey, mentioning the professional service at Vera Clinic and enjoying tourism in Istanbul and Cappadocia. They discussed using topical finasteride as a recommended treatment to prevent further hair loss.