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      community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

      in Product  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.

      community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.

      community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

      community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.

      community 3.5 months Topical Finasteride/Monoxidal

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatment with topical finasteride/minoxidil, which had good results after 3.5 months of application. The user also asked if there was any reason to take the oral pill version and if anyone has ever tried mixing them together.

      community Opinions on this study for Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 5-year hair loss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.

      community Why aren’t hair fibers popular?

      in Product  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hair loss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.

      community Hair regrowth after 8 months alhamdullah

      in Minoxidil  1415 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth after 8 months using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. He experienced no side effects from finasteride and credited his success to this regimen.

      community 14 months into fin + min and my hair is way worse than before

      in Chat  22 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.

      community Are they going to Ban Finasteride in the EU ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 2 months ago
      There is concern about a potential ban on finasteride in the EU, but many believe it is unlikely unless serious side effects are found. Users rely on finasteride for hair loss and other health benefits, and a petition has been created to oppose any restrictions.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community 3 months dutasteride 0.5 mg only

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's progress after three months of taking dutasteride 0.5 mg to treat their hair loss; other users suggested cutting the frizzy hair and adding minoxidil, while others cautioned against it.

      community Just started my journey, wish me luck

      in Product  96 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's journey to treat hair loss with a combination of oral medication, topical treatments, microneedling and different shampoos and supplements. It includes warnings about an OGX biotin shampoo potentially causing further hair loss.

      community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  676 upvotes 2 years ago
      This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.

      community almost 6 months of progress :)

      in Progress Pictures  486 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and iron supplements, along with occasional microneedling and specific shampoos. They reported minimal side effects and no retrograde alopecia, attributing their success to a combination of treatments.

      community 1 year progress. That's why i say consistency is key.

      in Progress Pictures  312 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after resuming treatment with oral minoxidil and dutasteride, following an initial period of using finasteride and minoxidil. They noted improvements in hair density and pigmentation, attributing the progress to consistent use of these treatments.

      community New kirkland minoxidil not as effective?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user noticed increased hair shedding after switching to a new Kirkland minoxidil with a different formula and is concerned about its effectiveness. They suspect the shedding might be linked to the new minoxidil rather than other factors like changing finasteride dosage or stopping RU58841.

      community Hairloss Treatment - General health and efficacy-conscious stack overview

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and saw palmetto, emphasizing the importance of scalp health and DHT reduction. The user shares personal experiences and suggests a balanced approach, combining topical treatments and lifestyle changes for effective hair regrowth.

      community My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

      in Microneedling  204 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.

      community Anyone here in the 0% like me?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.

      community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

      community 2.5 Month Progress w/ Same Hair Length (Topical Fin/Min/Micro)

      in Progress Pictures  237 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling after 2.5 months, noting initial shedding but improved hair density, especially at the temples, possibly eliminating the need for a hair transplant. The user is satisfied with the current treatment and is hesitant to try the experimental drug RU58841, hoping the current routine will suffice for further improvements.

      community 18 month update on fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  337 upvotes 1 year ago
      As it was at 1 year This conversation is about a user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 18 months to treat hair loss, with positive results. They have also made lifestyle changes such as the use of Hims shampoo and conditioner, gym workouts, and eating proteins on weekdays.