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target small skin areas to boost collagen and rejuvenation

Fractional lasers, also known as fractional laser therapy or fractional laser resurfacing, are a type of laser treatment that targets small, precise areas of the skin to promote collagen production and skin rejuvenation. By creating microscopic columns of treated skin surrounded by untreated tissue, these lasers help in faster healing and are commonly used for reducing wrinkles, scars, and pigmentation issues.

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community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

in Update 102 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

community DHT/Testosterone levels in scalp Fin VS Dut.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 60 upvotes 3 months ago

Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.

community What an amazing time to be alive

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 181 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

community Any finasteride users have a history of depression?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.

community Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 41 upvotes 2 months ago

Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.

community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

in Research/Science 154 upvotes 3 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

community ~5 months topical minoxidil + oral finasteride results (swipe images). Slacked with minoxidil this past month, trying to wean off anyways. My last update because I’m hopping off fin and switching to RU in a few weeks (nothing to do with fin efficacy, just experimenting).

in Progress Pictures 146 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced significant hair thickening after using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for about 5 months and is considering switching from finasteride to RU58841. Other users encourage the original poster to continue the current treatment due to the positive results.

community Hair repigmentation of poliosis circumscripta in androgenetic alopecia patient treated with exosomes and fractional picosecond laser

in Product 2 upvotes 8 months ago

Exosomes combined with fractional picosecond laser treatment were effective in treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting repigmentation in white hair patches. The role of exosomes in hair repigmentation, particularly in conditions like poliosis, is not well-studied.

community 1.5 months after finasteride. 0.5 mg EOD.

in Progress Pictures 69 upvotes 10 months ago

A 21-year-old shares progress 1.5 months after starting finasteride (0.5 mg every other day) with no side effects, using minoxidil for beard growth, rosemary oil, and weekly microneedling. They report healthier hair texture and positive feedback from family.

community Female AGA - Low Cortisol/Low DHEA

in Female 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Female (37) experiencing hair loss for 5 years, tried max dose of spiro and oral + topical minox without success. Discovered low cortisol and low DHEA levels, seeking functional medicine practitioner for help.

community Keep Your Expectations Low when Using Fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 144 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride is not a miracle drug; results vary widely, with only 2/5 getting good results. Combining treatments like minoxidil and finasteride may help, but expectations should remain low.

community What's the exact relation with green tea and dht?

in Chat 9 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about the effects of green tea on DHT levels and its impact on hair loss. It concludes that natural remedies like green tea are less effective than hair loss drugs such as Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community How to test a shady AliExpress RU58441 in Europe

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 3 months ago

A user bought questionable RU58841 powder from AliExpress and seeks a way to test its composition in Europe. Another user suggests using Janoshik for testing.

community personal progress (~8-9months) with fin(1.25mg)/min/needling/niz

in Progress Pictures 571 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's personal hair loss progress with treatments, including finasteride (1.25mg), minoxidil, needling, and Nizoral; and advice from other users on how to perform the needling correctly.

community Being realistic with expectations

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User tried finasteride, minoxidil, redensyl solution, PRP sessions, essential oils, diet, exercise, and microneedling for hair loss. Experienced slight regrowth, reduced hair fall, and stopped hairline receding; advises realistic expectations and considering regrowth as a bonus.

community AMA: I travelled to Turkey to get an FUE Hair Transplant: 5000 Grafts, Dr Koray Erdogan, ASMED Clinic

in Transplants 32 upvotes 6 years ago

A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.

community Been using Dutasteride, Ru58841, Minoxidil, and Ketaconozole for years. Still can't stop shed, recession or loss of density.

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hair loss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgenetic alopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.

community Effectiveness of Dutasteride opinions

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting it works better than Finasteride and sharing positive experiences, while others are skeptical due to negative anecdotes. Specific treatments mentioned include Dutasteride and Finasteride.

community 2 months on topical 5% min+ 0.1% fin

in Progress Pictures 377 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their progress after using a topical treatment combining 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride for two months to address hair loss at the temples. They apply 5ml nightly without side effects and plan to switch to a different brand soon.

community Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)

in Female 32 upvotes 9 months ago

A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.

community 22M Fin and min everyday for 10 months, looks like my right temple is still receding

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 67 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is seeking opinions on their hair loss, specifically the receding of their right temple. They are considering switching to Dutasteride but are unsure if it will help. Other users suggest that their hairline has improved with the use of Finasteride and Minoxidil. One user mentions using RU58841 to thicken their hairline.

community Has anyone tried PRP and Exosomes?

in Chat 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user asked for opinions on a hair loss treatment involving PRP and Exosomes. They recently tried this treatment.

community DUT mesotherapy in Canada, any good references ?

in Treatment 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about finding reputable clinics in Canada or near the US border that offer DUT mesotherapy for hair loss. The user is seeking recommendations and cost information for these treatments.

community Topical Fin Vs Oral Fin. Which is better and has less sides?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 45 upvotes 1 year ago

Comparing the effectiveness and side effects of topical finasteride versus oral finasteride, with people sharing their experiences using both treatments to manage hair loss.

community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

in Satire 317 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

community Regrowth or miniaturization? 2 months on min And spironolactone

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about hair regrowth or miniaturization after two months of using minoxidil and spironolactone. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil and spironolactone.

community Compounding Topical Melatonin at Home

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Melatonin at a 0.0033% concentration shows results for hair loss when used topically. A user is discussing how to replicate this by adding 2mg of Melatonin to 60ml of Minoxidil solution.

community I have successfully stopped my hormone-induced hair loss ( caused by PCOS,) for 2 years now but I can't seem to be able to regrow the lost hair. Has anyone tried Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)?

in Female 7 upvotes 3 years ago

GentleIris stopped hormone-induced hair loss with diet changes but couldn't regrow lost hair. A reply suggested microneedling instead of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for hair regrowth.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 3 weeks ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community 3 month progress on min + fin capsule

in Is this regrowth? 400 upvotes 4 weeks ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using a capsule containing minoxidil and finasteride. They reported no major side effects and plan to continue the treatment until their late 20s.