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      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

       7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

       737 upvotes 3 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community 8 month journey. 43 years old.

       1187 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 43-year-old shared an 8-month hair regrowth journey using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and lifestyle changes. Commenters noted he looked good both with hair and bald.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       16 upvotes 7 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

      community Update on my progress after 10,5 months

      in Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a combination of oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding recently. Suggestions include simplifying the regimen by dropping finasteride and topical minoxidil, and possibly adding RU58841, while others advise maintaining the current approach for consistent results.

      community Creatine Doesn’t Cause Hair Loss: Stop the BS

       137 upvotes 11 months ago
      Creatine does not cause hair loss, despite many users reporting personal experiences of hair shedding. Scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and increased hair loss or hormone changes.

      community my own advise on what has worked for me

       14 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user recommends washing hair twice daily with glycerin soap, using finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. They claim these methods have significantly improved their hair health over 25 years.

      community What would be an ideal diet for promoting health for what's left/regrowth?

       38 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses an ideal diet for promoting hair health, emphasizing biotin, collagen, vitamins C and E, zinc, selenium, anti-inflammatory foods, and blood circulation. It also mentions using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair regrowth.

      community 21M. Curly hair. Please read and give your opinion

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hairline recession and is using finasteride, saw palmetto, gelatin, topical minoxidil with retinoic acid, derma stamping, and scalp massage to address it. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, vitamin D3 with K2, and maintaining the current regimen for a year.

      community Does taking magnesium have any effect on balding or regrowth?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for over a year but recently experienced more hair thinning and receding. They started taking magnesium supplements a month ago and are questioning if it is related to the worsening hair condition.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

       20 upvotes 7 years ago
      Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

      community Rate my stack - suffering from male pattern baldness

       13 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is using a combination of oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, topical solutions, and supplements to combat male pattern baldness, with plans to add RU58841. Some users suggest adding treatments targeting androgen receptors and question the necessity of certain supplements.

      community Organic Self Tanner on bald Scalp?

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.

      community Still loosing hair on 1mg FIN ( 11 months) and 0.5mg DUT every alternate days (30days)

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and is advised to improve diet, check for deficiencies, and consider other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include sticking with the current regimen, considering a hair transplant, or accepting hair loss and shaving.

      community Does anyone use topical antioxidants in their regimen?

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical antioxidants like vitamin E and C may help with hair health, but their effectiveness in stopping hair loss is debated. Some suggest adding azelaic acid, zinc sulfate, and tretinoin to enhance treatments like minoxidil.

      community 1 Year on Finasteride 1mg - before and after photos

      in Progress Pictures  771 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their progress after taking 1mg oral finasteride daily for a year, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They recently started oral minoxidil and made dietary changes, including cutting out gluten and processed foods, and taking supplements like multivitamins and zinc.

      community Chad to Chud : Or How I Undid My Hairloss

       246 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their hair loss recovery journey using minoxidil, finasteride, topical rogaine, microneedling, biotin shampoo, and lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and improving diet. They emphasized the importance of daily choices in addition to treatments for hair health.

      community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

       12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.

      community 3 month progress on Fina + Mino + some lifestyle changes

       238 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user reported positive hair growth results after 3 months using finasteride, oral minoxidil, rosemary oil, a dermaroller, and Nizoral shampoo, along with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. They noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil and emphasized the importance of a healthy diet and consistent routine.

      community Turning vellus hairs into terminal hair

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.

      community 10 month update, natural treatment results.

       12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 10-month update on natural hair loss treatment, with mixed feedback on its effectiveness. Some suggest using finasteride and minoxidil for better results.