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.
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.
User hides baldness with side hairgrowth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hairgrowth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hairgrowth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.
How oral minoxidil and topical sildenafil (similar to Viagra) are used for hairgrowth by increasing blood flow to the scalp, and potential side effects of combining these treatments with other drugs.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, needling, and experimenting with retinol cream to treat hair loss. Despite these treatments, they observe many small vellus hairs that do not grow longer.
A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hairgrowth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.
The conversation is about using stemoxydine in addition to minoxidil for hairgrowth. The original poster is considering adding stemoxydine to their hair loss treatment regimen.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Brassica oleracea extract, glucosinolates, and sulforaphane, and their potential to promote hairgrowth. Users also mention minoxidil and finasteride as existing treatments.
User reports visible hairgrowth after 1.5 months using dermarolling, Jamaican black castor oil, and onion juice, having stopped minoxidil due to initial hair loss. Replies suggest continuing minoxidil despite shedding, buzzing hair, and trying finasteride or scalp massages.
The conversation discusses using Cedarwood, Rosemary, and Lavender essential oils for hairgrowth and preventing hair loss. The user plans to apply Cedarwood oil daily.
Onion juice is discussed as a potential treatment for hairgrowth, with many positive user comments. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation is about hair loss and correcting vitamin deficiencies, specifically D3, B12, and folic acid. The user is considering if these deficiencies impact hairgrowth and mentions starting supplements.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss HairGrowth Stimulating Shampoo, with the original poster questioning if the positive reviews are genuine or not. No specific treatments were discussed.
Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hair restoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hairgrowth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.