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      community Blood work of DHT levels before and after using Topical Fin

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, detailing the use of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed a decrease in DHT levels after using topical Finasteride, with no side effects but slight hair loss.

      community Topical Dutasteride - DHT Levels

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user reported using a topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and other ingredients, noting a significant drop in DHT levels and a smaller decrease in testosterone after three months. They also mentioned microneedling, feeling fine with unchanged or increased libido, and taking Cialis as a preventative measure for performance issues.

      community Why isn’t anyone talking about this?

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair cloning is being developed by companies like Kangstem Biotech and Stemson, with potential availability in a few years. Initial costs are expected to be high, but prices may decrease over time.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community Interesting anecdote regarding TOPICAL vitamin e

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user accidentally discovered that applying vitamin E oil to their scalp significantly reduced their hair shedding for about 1.5 weeks. They reported improved hair quality and a drastic decrease in hair loss after treatment.

      community My Current Hairloss Stack (No Finasteride)

      in Update  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, Fluridil & Alfatradiol, Nizoral, Saw Palmetto, Hairmetto and Microneedling. The user mentioned they have seen a decrease in shedding and improvement in the quality/density of their hair since using this stack, but opted out of trying Finasteride due to potential side effects.

      community 2 Weeks on Topical Melatonin .

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user tried topical melatonin for hair loss and experienced significantly reduced shedding, similar to when they used finasteride, but stopped finasteride due to side effects. They applied liquid melatonin from a dropper and noticed a decrease in hair fall within two days.

      community Fluridil 7% group buy results so far?

      in Treatment  23 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss discussion focused on 2% Fluridil's peak efficacy at 3 months and 7% Fluridil group buy results, including shedding decrease, side effects, and regrowth.

      community Castor Oil - Yay or Nay?

      in Product  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of castor oil for hair thickening, with one user noting it may increase prostaglandin E2 and decrease PGD2. The original poster plans to take 1-2ml orally daily.

      community ~3 years on fin and alpecin shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  289 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and Alpecin shampoo for about three years, reporting thicker hair but an unchanged hairline. They are happy with their hair progress, noting the most improvement in the past five months, and mention a slight decrease in libido.

      community For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.

      community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience

      in Research/Science  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

      community 4 months on 2.5 mg OM, no improvement

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Questions about dutasteride, minoxidil and nuclear option?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user discussed their experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, supplements, dermarolling, and minoxidil, which caused significant edema. They also experimented with dutasteride, which led to increased hair loss, and found that Armodafinil reduced minoxidil-related water retention and hair shedding.

      community December 2023 -> November 2024

      in Progress Pictures  579 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced positive results in hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil, with no negative side effects except reduced chest/beard hair density. They plan to continue this routine for two years before possibly reducing the dutasteride dose.

      community Ultimate anti-DHT solution

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.