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      community 2 months progress on Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  216 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported hair thinning, started using finasteride, and experienced a significant initial hair shed followed by noticeable hair regrowth after 2 months. Some responders questioned the rapid progress, while another noted that finasteride typically increases hair density by 16% after 2 years.

      community Bryan Johnson’s Hairloss Regimine

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post is about Bryan Johnson's hair loss regimen, which includes dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, microneedling, and red laser therapy. The conversation includes discussions about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride and speculation about whether Bryan Johnson has had a hair transplant.

      community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.

      community My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community Anyone Try Microneedling with Exosomes/AAPE?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      User asks where to purchase exosomes/AAPE for microneedling hair loss treatment. Links to research on hair regeneration therapy, stem cell therapy, exosome therapy, and dermal exosomes provided.

      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community U/joaopassos444 , HATS OFF brother !!

      in Research/Science  127 upvotes 3 years ago
      A new hair loss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, with some members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.

      community 14 yrs Fighting the Good Fight - A Summary

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their 14-year experience with hair loss treatments, primarily using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral. They highlighted the effectiveness of finasteride despite some side effects and emphasized the importance of early prevention and the potential for negative selection bias in online reviews.

      community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.

      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       18 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  256 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.

      community 6 years on Finasteride/Dutasteride gratitude post

      in Update  48 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 6-year experience with hair loss treatments, starting with Finasteride, then switching to Dutasteride, and adding Oral Minoxidil. They reported positive results, maintaining their hair above baseline and expressing gratitude for discovering these treatments early.

      community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 4 months ago
      User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

      community Am I balding? Should I just shave it off?(M86)

      in Satire  116 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.

      community How long have you tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair loss, asking for details on dosage, frequency, duration of use, results, and brand information. An update includes a skeptical view on the studies regarding melatonin's effectiveness.