Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.
The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hair loss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hair loss community regarding new treatments.
The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.
Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.
A user's 2.5 year hair loss progress with Minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral treatments, as well as taking biotin and a multivitamin supplement, with the intention of trying DIY topical finasteride in the future.
The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.
Obtaining treatments for hair loss that are not approved in one's own country, such as pyrilutamide or GT20029. It was suggested to use a middleman to get it, but there is the risk of getting low quality or fake products.
The user has seen great results from microneedling but is worried it might lead to faster balding without medication. They are considering adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to their routine to address underlying DHT issues.
The user experienced hair loss from age 16 to 24 and tried various treatments. Effective treatments included Finasteride, Minoxidil, and hair transplants, while thickening shampoos, biotin, laser hair therapy, and excessive exercise were ineffective.
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, Biotin, Selenium, Zinc, and a shampoo with various ingredients but is still losing hair. They had side effects from topical finasteride and are considering RU58841 but are concerned about past heart issues.
Progress (in a good way). How often did you take biotin?
KarensAnon: I took biotin once daily.
KarensAnon has made 3-month progress with the use of Minoxidil foam, 0.5mm micro-needling weekly, and biotin to combat hair loss which had started at age 19. They plan to further their treatment by adding finasteride soon.
A user reports improved hair at 31 compared to 21 using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with significant gains from oral minoxidil. Other users discuss their experiences, with mixed results on regrowth and side effects like heart racing and excess body hair.
People are discussing using tretinoin gel with minoxidil to improve hair growth, especially for those who didn't respond to minoxidil alone. They apply a mix of tretinoin gel and minoxidil to the scalp, which is said to be more effective than minoxidil by itself.
The user has been using Minoxidil and finasteride for two years, which stopped their hair loss but did not regrow hair. They are inquiring if adding microneedling or tretinoin has provided benefits to others in similar situations.
A user experienced hair thinning possibly due to excess vitamin A from taking extra gummy vitamins. They stopped taking the vitamins and are seeking advice on hair regrowth and managing vitamin A levels.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments for nearly a year without progress in hair regrowth, feeling frustrated and depressed. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, considering a scalp biopsy, and acknowledging that stopping hair loss might be the only achievable outcome.
Using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment and its potential benefits, including availability in certain countries without a prescription and lower side effects than Minoxidil or RU58841.
The user shared a 4-month progress update on hair regrowth using Finasteride, a derma roller, and rosemary oil, with plans to post again at 6 months. Some users are amazed by the results, while others have not seen improvements; the original poster uses 1mg Finasteride daily, derma rolls twice a week, and applies rosemary oil after rolling.
Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment routine, which includes RU58841 for 9 months and Dutasteride for 6 months, with other unspecified treatments considered extra. One user inquired about the source of RU58841.
The user is considering adding an anti-androgen, RU58841, to their current hair loss treatment routine due to receding hair. They are also contemplating waiting for Breezula or Pyrilutamide to become more affordable.
The user is treating androgenetic alopecia with finasteride and discovered a folic acid deficiency. They are asking if curing the deficiency can worsen or improve their hair condition.
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.
Hair loss treatment with Fin/Min/Niz/Microneedling showed great results in 100 days. User suggests adding topical rosemary oil and oral castor oil for extra benefits.
A user's 2 year experience using Minoxidil and Finasteride combined with 20,000mcg of biotin daily and dermarolling for 1 year. The results included thicker hair with some regrowth closer to the hairline, although peak results have not been achieved yet.