The user took finasteride daily for 10 months and minoxidil once a day for 1.5 years but saw no significant hairgrowth. They are seeking advice on how to grow their hair.
User is using topical Minoxidil (100 mg/day) and Finasteride (1 mg/day) but experiencing hairgrowth everywhere except the top of the scalp. They seek advice on improving scalp hair regrowth.
User is experiencing hair thinning and sebum overproduction after starting finasteride and a hairgrowth supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium. They suspect the finasteride might be fake but have noticed a side effect of watery semen.
The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hairgrowth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.
Hair loss treatments are generally categorized as anti-androgens, like finasteride and RU58841, which prevent hair loss by targeting DHT, and growth stimulators, such as minoxidil, rosemary oil, microneedling, and LLLT, which promote hairgrowth by increasing blood flow and growth factors. The user is seeking to confirm these categories and understand if there are other treatments or mechanisms of action.
The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.
The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hairgrowth 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 hairgrowth, while minoxidil can stimulate hairgrowth 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.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 to promote hairgrowth in areas such as the crown and temples. The user has shared their progress since August 2022 after using Manual's all-in-one capsule treatment plan.
Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hairgrowth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.
User "Jordan_cadagan" shares 11-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hairgrowth, with impressive results. Users discuss application methods, ice baths possibly helping, and daily dosages.
New potential hair loss treatment uses molecules from hairy moles to stimulate follicle growth. Topical solution requires less frequent application, like Botox injections a few times per year.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hairgrowth and maintenance.
Mixing peppermint and rosemary oil with minoxidil improves hairgrowth. Users report positive results with this combination, using both liquid and foam forms of minoxidil.
Vitamin D may counteract DHT and help with hairgrowth, as seen in mice and human hair cultures. Some users discuss using Vitamin D, magnesium, and other supplements for hair health, while others humorously note the success in mice.
The user follows a hair loss treatment routine including Propecia, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and plans to switch to dutasteride. They also focus on lifestyle changes, dietary supplements, and are considering laser therapy.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin HairGrowth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.
A user applied minoxidil to their pubic hair for 3 months, resulting in hairgrowth over 4 inches, and is considering using it for a scalp hair transplant. They plan to continue the treatment despite their wife's disapproval.
A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hairgrowth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hairgrowth.
Exosome hair therapy involves injecting stem cell-derived exosomes into the scalp to boost hair follicle regeneration and repair. Exosomes, which are not stem cells but products of them, contain bioactive chemicals and specific growth factors that promote new blood vessel formation, increase cell proliferation, reduce inflammation, and improve tissue repair, all crucial for hair health.
The importance of lighting when taking progress pictures and discussing hairgrowth, as dramatic changes can be seen even without real improvements. The users also discussed methods such as Fin min and dermarolling for treating hair loss.
After one month of treatment for hair loss, which included Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, PRP with Dutasteride mesotherapy, microneedling, supplements, and a shampoo with finasteride and minoxidil, the user observed thicker hair and signs of new hairgrowth with no bad side effects. They plan to provide another update at the three-month mark.
A user is skeptical about a "miracle hair cream" claiming to reverse hair loss and seeks opinions on its effectiveness. They are already using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping weekly but want additional help for temple hairgrowth.
Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hairgrowth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.
Dutasteride, especially at higher doses, is considered more effective than Minoxidil for hair regrowth by blocking DHT, which causes hair loss. Combining Dutasteride with Minoxidil may enhance hair recovery by prolonging the hairgrowth phase.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hairgrowth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
Blocking the Mitochondrial pyruvate carrier and using aldose reductase inhibitors like Indian gooseberry and berberine may help with hairgrowth. Magnesium can also be added to increase NADPH.
The user started treating hair loss last summer with 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil from Costco, and weekly dermastamping. They plan to begin using dutasteride and oral 5mg minoxidil to further enhance hairgrowth.
The user started losing hair at 19 and saw improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but experienced worsening after stopping. They resumed finasteride, began mesotherapy possibly with dutasteride, and continued with other treatments, noticing new hairgrowth but not increased thickness.
After six months of using topical minoxidil once daily and oral finasteride every three days, the user saw improvement in hair thickness, particularly at the crown, and some new hairgrowth at the hairline. They also used a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly, which they believe contributed to their progress.
The conversation is a guide on treating hair loss, discussing finasteride and dutasteride to lower DHT, minoxidil for growth, ketoconazole shampoo for scalp health, and dermarolling for regeneration. RU58841 is mentioned as a DHT blocker but not recommended due to safety concerns.