A user's progress with using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to treat hairloss; another user mentioned a Japanese study that found better results for hairy individuals on finasteride.
A user's experiences with hairloss treatments, including finasteride and hair transplants, in relation to another person who has been publicly vocal about their own hairloss struggles. People have shared opinions on this other person's treatment choices and the results of their hair transplant.
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
People are discussing how to apply tretinoin to the scalp for hairloss treatment and managing scalp dryness. Specific treatments mentioned include tretinoin, minoxidil (Min), finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
The user's progress with hairloss treatments of 0.5mg finasteride daily, minoxidil 5%, and nizoral 2%. They discuss if further growth is possible, their experience after two months, and encourage others to not lose hope.
This user has experienced hairloss, and treated it with a combination of finasteride and minoxidil for one year. They have reported slight heart palpitations and headaches, which diminished after the third month of treatment.
How oral minoxidil and topical sildenafil (similar to Viagra) are used for hair growth by increasing blood flow to the scalp, and potential side effects of combining these treatments with other drugs.
A user who is using Pyrilutamide, Finasteride, and a homemade topical solution to treat their hairloss. Replies mentioned the potential of Pyrilutamide being a "cure" for hairloss and a reminder that results may not be credited solely to it.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hairloss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
A 57-year-old man with severe hairloss since age 14 tried various hairloss treatments over two years, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, with some minor regrowth. He also experimented with topical treatments and microneedling, but results were not cosmetically significant.
User with diffused thinning hair prefers receding temples, as hair transplant could fix it. Finasteride and minoxidil suggested to improve hair density.
User took Fin for 3 years, Dut for 7 months, and oral Min for 2 months without side effects. Fin stopped hairloss for 2 years, Dut maintained hair, and oral Min regrew thinning hair.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting hairloss treatment early, using options like minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, essential oils, and dermarolling, and encourages leaving the hairloss subreddit once treatment begins to avoid stress and obsession. Users shared personal success with finasteride and the motivation to start treatment to prevent future regret.
Hairloss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.
The struggles of hairloss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hairloss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.
The conversation suggests considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss, with one person stating dutasteride is superior and another advising to wait at least 6 months before making a change. A third person asks for more details, implying it might be too soon to switch.
The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hairloss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hairloss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.
The conversation discusses various celebrities who reportedly use hairloss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Users share their experiences and opinions on starting treatment, with some encouraging the original poster to consult a dermatologist and consider treatment before it's too late.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.
The conversation discusses Justin Bieber's apparent hairloss and the public's reaction to it, with some speculating he's had a hair transplant or is avoiding hairloss medications due to side effects or medical conditions. There's also mention of his past comments on Prince William's balding and the irony of his current situation.
A user has been taking Finasteride for hairloss for 10 months with no results and is considering whether it's due to seasonal shedding or the medication not working. Other users suggest that the dosage might be too low, that some people don't respond to Finasteride, and recommend trying Minoxidil or Dutasteride.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of derma stamping, Retinol, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841, with no side effects. Others discussed their varied experiences with these treatments, including concerns about potential side effects like heart issues and sexual dysfunction.
The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hairloss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hairloss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hairloss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.