Dermarolling has potential for hair regrowth and is being used alongside minoxidil and a rosemary oil/castor oil mix. Users discuss its effectiveness and the need for more research.
The post discusses hairloss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and sulfur-including shampoo. The author shares personal experiences and tips for application, frequency, and managing side effects, noting significant regrowth with both minoxidil and finasteride.
A 24-year-old woman being diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (AGA) who is scared and confused about her hairloss, and the treatment options of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, spironolactone, and possibly a biopsy.
A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hairloss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.
Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.
A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.
A 25-year-old shared his 4-month progress using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, a 1mm dermastamp, Nizoral, and upgraded shampoo and conditioner. He feels he sees some regrowth, though some commenters attribute the change to a different hairstyle.
A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hairloss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.
Topical spironolactone 5% is being discussed for its effectiveness in treating hairloss, specifically receding temples. The user is inquiring if it works similarly to finasteride as a testosterone blocker.
Dutasteride users should get yearly kidney and liver tests, especially young people. General health checkups are not common in the UK, but such tests are recommended as a precaution.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in PCOS-related hairloss after six months of using topical minoxidil, dermarolling 0.5mm weekly, and taking biotin gummies. They expressed happiness about the appearance of new baby hairs.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth from April 29 to May 16, 2024. They attribute their success to using spironolactone, vitamin D, viviscal, and minoxidil, and quitting vaping THC.
The conversation discusses the timing of applying Minoxidil and finasteride after microneedling. Opinions vary, with some suggesting immediate application and others recommending waiting to avoid skin irritation.
The conversation is about men discussing their experiences with hairloss and their acceptance or resistance to it, mentioning treatments like finasteride and hair transplants. Some users express hope to maintain their hair while young, while others have accepted baldness or found confidence after shaving their heads.
A person shared their experience of going to the barber for the first time in 9 months after starting treatment with finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss. Another person related to this experience and mentioned they also started these treatments and previously used topical minoxidil with little effect.
People are sharing their experiences of keeping a hidden folder on their phones with photos documenting their hairloss. Some users discuss the emotional impact, while one mentions using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without noticeable change.
A user applies topical finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and is concerned about the risk to his pregnant wife. It's suggested that topical treatments could be hazardous to a male fetus, and switching to oral finasteride might be safer.
The conversation speculates whether Steve Carell had a hair transplant and uses finasteride to treat hairloss, with some suggesting his hair was also styled to look thinner for a TV role. Some users believe Hollywood actors commonly use hairloss treatments and enhancements.
A user has been using finasteride for 1.5 years and reports significant improvement in hair quality and thickness, but not much change in hairline. They started with a big shed and take 0.5 mg daily.
Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.
The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hairloss treatment.
A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.
The user is seeking advice on a hairloss treatment called Ell Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol. Another user shared information from a study stating that Alfatradiol only slows down or stabilizes hairloss, but does not increase hair density or thickness.
The review discusses traditional hairloss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and newer options like Low-Level Laser Therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia. It highlights the need for more high-quality trials to assess these treatments' effectiveness and standardized protocols for emerging therapies.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hairloss treatments.
A bald groom was beaten by the family of the bride for wearing a wig. The conversation discusses the cultural stigma around baldness in India and the consequences of deception in arranged marriages.
The user "LandB4TimeIn3D" shared their hairloss progress using finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They experienced shedding for the first few years but saw significant regrowth after about 2-3 years. They also mentioned using topical liquid minoxidil twice a day.
The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.