Treatments used to prevent and treat male pattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
The user discusses using Minoxidil and plans to start Finasteride for genetic hair loss. They also mention natural remedies like gold shilajit, moringa powder, a seed mixture, and cardio exercise, emphasizing that while these can help, Minoxidil and Finasteride are necessary.
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.
A 23-year-old user shares their hair regrowth journey, questioning if genetics or other factors are at play. They use Rogaine, finasteride, vitamin B12, biotin, Thera M Plus, and derma stamping, and seek advice on their regimen and hairgrowth patterns.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey using 5% minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin seed oil supplements, weekly Derma rolling, and daily rosemary oil treatment. They posted progress pictures comparing Day 1 and Month 1 but are unsure about regrowth.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a new hairgrowth serum called HERBACLE, which claims to be the world's first, but lacks reviews and is doubted by users. One user notes that its ingredients are similar to those in The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density.
A user shared their experience using the Olympia hairgrowth formula for a month and asked for others' opinions on its composition. The conversation focuses on the effectiveness of the formula, which includes Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user is concerned about the legitimacy of a hairgrowth serum called Lavdik, which they ordered after seeing an ad for Jemros. The product contains ginger extract, ginseng extract, fleece flower root, grape seed oil, glycerol, carbomer, propylene glycol, and rosemary oil, and the user is unsure if it is effective or a scam.
A user experienced extreme hairgrowth on their hairline and temples using natural remedies like onion juice, nail rubbing, more veggies and fruits, less carbs, jojoba oil, and dermarolling. They did not use Minoxidil, finasteride, or any prescription drugs.
The conversation is about a person using oral minoxidil, biotin multivitamins, dutasteride lotion, a hairgrowth serum with redensyl, capixyl, and procapil, ketoconazole with zinc shampoo, and monthly PRP treatments with a derma roller for hairgrowth. Someone encouraged them to continue with their regimen.
Hair loss discussion mentions using estrogen mixed with growth stimulants like oral minoxidil for scalp hairgrowth. Idea proposed for an artificial SARM-estrogen that only affects hair without body side effects.
A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hairgrowth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.
Glycosaminoglycans are important for hairgrowth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hairgrowth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.
PP405 is a new hairgrowth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.
User experienced new hairgrowth after using Head and Shoulders 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner, attributing it to pyrithione zinc reducing scalp inflammation and DHT. They seek others' experiences with anti-dandruff products.
A user switched from topical to oral finasteride and is seeking additional topical treatments for hairgrowth besides minoxidil. They are aware of stemoxydine and caffeine solutions and are asking for more recommendations.
JW0061 shows superior hairgrowth results compared to existing treatments, with significant increases in hair follicles. The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is crucial for hairgrowth, and JW0061 activates this pathway effectively.
The conversation discusses taurine supplements for hairgrowth, highlighting their potential to reduce DHT and improve hair health. A user comments that people often try alternatives to finasteride.
Red light therapy is scientifically proven to promote hairgrowth by increasing strand density and thickness, and it's an additional treatment to DHT blockers like minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the cost and effectiveness of commercial devices, despite studies showing benefits.
The post discusses hairgrowth progress and treatments used, including finasteride, minoxidil, and various hair care products like Australian organic argan oil mask and products from dslaboratories. The user is considering switching to a finasteride and minoxidil pill combination and testing a gray hair serum.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hairgrowth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
Akkermansia bacteria can improve hairgrowth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hairgrowth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
A Danish citizen warns against NordicHairGrowth.com, claiming it falsely advertises products for treating androgenic alopecia. The company's ingredients and claims are disputed, including a non-existent patented ingredient RP-24, and a non-verifiable clinical trial.
Exosome injections stimulate hairgrowth by using exosomes' healing potential to awaken dormant hair follicles and promote new hair cell creation. The procedure increases scalp blood circulation, encourages collagen and elastin formation, and regenerates hair follicles, improving hair thickness and quality.
The user experienced unwanted hairgrowth on their body from using a caffeine lotion, similar to their experience with minoxidil. They are seeking others' experiences with caffeine products causing hairgrowth in unintended areas.