A 50-year-old Black woman with alopecia areata and traction alopecia is seeking a science-based hair loss routine. Current treatments include spearmint tea for DHT levels and considering PRP.
The conversation is about using Listerine as an alternative to rubbing alcohol for sterilizing a dermaroller due to unavailability. The ingredients of Listerine are listed to determine its suitability.
A user's experience with using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine as hair loss treatment before getting a hair transplant. The conversation includes various opinions on the efficacy and availability of this mix.
Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.
The post and conversation are about microneedling as a treatment for alopecia. It provides a comprehensive review of scientific literature on the technique and its application.
Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
People discussed their experiences with peppermint oil for hair loss, with mixed results. Some users reported no hair loss after stopping peppermint oil, while others experienced shedding; one user noted improved scalp health when mixing it with minoxidil.
Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.
The user experienced gynecomastia from finasteride, used raloxifene to treat it, and is now taking both without new gyno symptoms but also without hair regrowth. They are seeking others' experiences with this combination and its effects on hair.
The user plans to dermaroll and use minoxidil for hair loss over the next 4 months, documenting progress monthly. They will also consider finasteride later and include vitamins, a custom shampoo, castor oil, scalp massages, and increased water intake in their regimen.
A 25-year-old male shared his 14-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, finasteride, and initially dermarolling, along with supplements like fish oil, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. He attributes his hair loss improvement mainly to the medications and noted minor side effects like lower libido and dark circles under the eyes.
A user sharing their positive experience with taking finasteride as part of their hair loss treatment regimen, which also included biotin, Nizoral Shampoo, OGX Biotin & Collagen Shampoo, and iRestore Laser Cap. Others shared their own experiences and advice on treating hair loss.
The conversation discusses the lack of promising results from the 23rd Annual Meeting of Japan Society of Clinical Hair Restoration, with no significant advancements expected in the next five years. Treatments mentioned include setipiprant, with skepticism about its effectiveness.
The conversation discusses the impact of nicotine and caffeine on hair loss. The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss treatment and is questioning whether to stop using nicotine products.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known three, focusing on separating effective treatments from myths. Dutasteride and low-dose oral Minoxidil are mentioned as having clinical evidence for increasing hair counts, but with potential side effects.
The conversation is about whether castor oil can be effectively used alone after microneedling without a penetration enhancer like DMSO or ethanol. The user believes microneedling-induced wounds might be enough for absorption.
The conversation is about experiencing hyper-trichosis from taking oral Castor Oil. The user reports increased hair growth on the stomach and legs but is not concerned as it is harmless and will stop when the treatment stops.
Using finasteride before a hair transplant can prevent further hair loss and make the transplant look more natural. Patients should continue using finasteride until hair cloning becomes available.
A user expressed distress over shaving their head due to hair loss before a job interview, feeling unattractive and depressed. Replies offered support, admiration for their bravery, and advice to embrace their new look with confidence.
The conversation discusses a new liposomal topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, available in Canada and Italy, soon in the US, costing $40/month. It claims to reduce scalp DHT by 50% without affecting serum DHT, potentially benefiting those who can't tolerate oral finasteride or RU58841.
A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.
A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.