GT20029 showed significant hair growthand safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.
User added RU and pyrilutamide for hair growthand noticed more baby hairs. Others suggest sticking with fin and min, while some discuss the user's self-image and hair loss severity.
User stopped using minoxidil due to no growthand greasiness, but experienced hair regrowth after starting HRT with spironolactone and finasteride. Shared before and after photos, showing improvement in hair thickness.
The user is using oral minoxidil for hair growthand is considering adding topical latanoprost, but is concerned about potential eye color change. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of latanoprost for hair thickening and the risk of eye color change.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
2 Deoxy D Ribose may promote hair growthand aid wound healing, potentially enhancing microneedling effects. Users discuss its combination with microneedling for better hair growth results.
Topical Vitamin D3 may stimulate hair growthand has been used for Alopecia Areata. There is a question about the lack of research on its use for Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA).
Adding melatonin to minoxidil can improve hair growthand thickness, and it's easy to use with minimal side effects. The recommended concentration for melatonin in the solution is between 0.05% and 0.2%.
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
The conversation discusses using microneedling and peppermint oil as an alternative treatment for hair loss, with the original poster having previously experienced side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Another user mentions mixing peppermint oil with jbco (Jamaican black castor oil) for hair growthand also experiencing side effects from minoxidil.
The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after 5.5 and 8 weeks of using Minoxidil twice daily, oral Finasteride once daily, Vitamin C once daily, derma stamping twice weekly, and Nizoral shampoo three times per week. Some replies express skepticism, while others share their own experiences and advise moderation in treatment.
CBD in an emu and lanolin oil preparation showed a 100% increase in hair growth, but the effectiveness may partly come from the oils. Users discussed proper CBD dosage, preparation methods, and skepticism about the study's quality.
Moringa extract and oil are suggested to help with hair loss, with some users combining it with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Moringa is claimed to improve hair growthand health, but evidence is mostly anecdotal.
Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.
Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.
A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growthand shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is not a treatment for male pattern baldness but can accelerate hair growthand thicken miniaturized hairs, with the side effect of increased hair growth all over the body. The user asks others to share their experiences with MSM.
A user's positive experience with Hims minoxidil and finasteride spray for hair growth over nine months. The user reported thicker, fuller hair, especially at the hairline, with minimal shedding during treatment.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress with hair loss. The user used dutasteride (DUT) for 9 months and then added minoxidil for 3 months. They experienced significant improvements in hair growthand stopped their hair loss.
The conversation discusses difficulty in distinguishing between new hair growthand thinning hair at the temples after using microneedling and a rosemary peppermint topical for four weeks. The advice given is to wait a few months to see if the hairs grow out to determine their nature.
The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with plans to add RU58841, to improve hair growthand address a stubborn bald spot. Despite initial shedding, the user noticed thicker, darker hair and plans to continue the treatment or consider a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses microneedling techniques and the use of Minoxidil, copper peptides, EGF, FGF, ceramides, and hydration serums to enhance hair growth. It explores optimizing scalp conditions and the potential benefits of various compounds in conjunction with microneedling.
A user shared a 6-month hair loss treatment routine including Mexican finasteride (1.25mg every other day), daily minoxidil, bi-weekly dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, noting significant crown growthand some frontal hairline improvement with initial side effects that have since subsided. They are seeking advice to improve results, particularly at the frontal hairline, without resorting to a hair transplant.
A conversation about hair loss and the desire for treatments to reverse balding and grey hair. The conversation mentions the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) for hair growthand the potential for it to darken grey hair. Finasteride (Fin) is also mentioned as a treatment that turned someone's blonde hair brunette.
The user is asking for opinions on low level laser light therapy for hair growthand thickening. They have been using it for a year but haven't seen significant results, attributing any regrowth to topical minoxidil.
User took 0.5mg Finasteride daily and 1x Minoxidil daily for 3 months, experienced positive hair growthand temporary side effects. Recommends sticking with treatment and adjusting dosage if needed.