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      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  290 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 1 year ago
      The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

      community GT20029 Anageninc Market Availability

      in Research/Science  164 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential market release of a hair loss treatment called GT20029 by Anageninc, with users expressing interest and discussing the importance of safety and effectiveness. Some users plan to contact Anageninc to show demand for the product.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Microneedling technique clarification

      in Microneedling  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.

      community Sup Chooms?! How y’all living?!

      in Progress Pictures  976 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 35-year-old shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress, using 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride once daily, derma stamping 1-3 times a week, washing hair daily or every other day with peppermint soap, and using eczema lotion for scalp health. Commenters congratulated the individual on the significant improvement in their hairline.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community 3 Month Results with Nuclear Stack - 42M

      in Progress Pictures  116 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.

      community My dermatologist screwed me over methinks (18M)

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user discusses their hair thinning journey, starting minoxidil at 16, switching treatments, and experiencing significant shedding after resuming minoxidil. They are now using minoxidil daily and considering PRP if shedding continues, while also planning lifestyle changes to improve their condition.

      community Sharing my 3.5 year journey, keep grinding guys

      in Progress Pictures  228 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shared a 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using 1 mg finasteride daily and minoxidil foam, noting significant improvement, especially in the third year. They also mentioned using Nizoral shampoo twice a week and supplements like vitamin D3, biotin, and omega 3 and 6.

      community How does it feel to microneedle at 0.3mm?

      in Microneedling  17 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with one user trying 0.3mm daily without feeling pain and questioning its effectiveness. Another user suggests that 0.3mm is too shallow and recommends 0.5mm twice a week or 0.75mm once a week for hair growth.

      community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

      community 4 months M26 Fin/Min/Keto/microneedle

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male shared progress pictures after 4 months of treating hair loss with finasteride (1.25 mg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays), topical minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly, and weekly microneedling at 1.5 mm. He is seeing hair growth improvement, especially in the front, and is considering hair grafts for the crown area if necessary for more density.

      community Switched from finasteride to dutasteride - 2 month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, but experienced increased libido, itchy scalp, and accelerated hair loss. Another user suggested that genetic variations might cause dutasteride to be less effective and recommended checking for specific genetic markers.

      community Bryan Johnson’s Hairloss Regimine

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post is about Bryan Johnson's hair loss regimen, which includes dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, microneedling, and red laser therapy. The conversation includes discussions about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride and speculation about whether Bryan Johnson has had a hair transplant.

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

      in Microneedling  208 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 Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.

      community 2 months of 1mg Finasteride daily , %5 minoxidil 2x daily, Nizoral Shampoo and 1.5mm depth microneedling weekly

      in Progress Pictures  229 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral Shampoo, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm depth for two months, reporting no side effects and discussing their routine and supplements. Commenters reacted positively, with one advising caution with creatine and another endorsing the benefits of microneedling.

      community Why nobody uses 0.25% (2.5mg/ml)?

      in Treatment  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of 0.25% topical finasteride compared to other concentrations and forms. Users discuss its potential for better scalp DHT reduction and fewer side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments.