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GlossaryHair Growth Promotion (stimulating hair growth)

process of encouraging new hair growth or enhancing existing hair

Hair Growth Promotion refers to the process of encouraging the growth of new hair or enhancing the health and thickness of existing hair. This can be achieved through various methods, including the use of topical treatments like minoxidil, oral medications such as finasteride, natural remedies, and lifestyle changes like improved diet and reduced stress. It is often a focus in the treatment of conditions like alopecia, where hair loss is a primary concern.

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community Finasteride 1.25mg 10 month Progress

in Progress Pictures 149 upvotes 10 months ago

The user shared a 10-month hair loss treatment routine using Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and Red Light Therapy, noting significant progress and considering adding Dutasteride. They experienced initial side effects and changes in libido, but overall reduced hair shedding and regrowth, especially at the temples.

community Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo - For real?

in Question 3 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, with the original poster questioning if the positive reviews are genuine or not. No specific treatments were discussed.

community Personal Ranking of Natural/Non-Keto Shampoos For Hairloss

in Ketoconazole 17 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation ranks natural shampoos used for hair loss, with Pura D'or being the top choice due to its multiple DHT blocking ingredients and value. Other shampoos mentioned include Hims DHT Blocker Shampoo, Bevisen Organic Anti-DHT Shampoo, Ultrax Labs Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, and Hairgenics Pronexa Therapy Shampoo, with varying effectiveness and prices.

community Does Dutasteride Significantly Reverse Hair Loss?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 22 upvotes 1 week ago

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 hair growth phase.

community I experimented with every medication for hair loss for at least 1 year. my thoughts.

in Treatment 64 upvotes 2 years ago

Minoxidil effective for regrowth but causes dryness; finasteride stops hair loss but may affect hormones; dutasteride powerful but reduces libido; RU58841 thickens hair but expensive and risky; dermarolling improves blood flow and results; aminexil overrated and not effective. Dermarolling beneficial with both minoxidil and finasteride.

community I've stopped taking finasteride. What now?

in Finasteride 19 upvotes 5 years ago

The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments; they currently use minoxidil and a caffeine shampoo. Suggestions include derma rolling to enhance minoxidil effectiveness and personal experiences of hair loss after stopping finasteride.

community How much do you wait after dermarolling to apply Minoxidil?

in Microneedling 12 upvotes 3 weeks ago

There is no consensus on how long to wait after dermarolling before applying Minoxidil, with some applying immediately and others waiting up to 24 hours. Users report varying experiences with side effects, and some also use finasteride or dutasteride in their hair loss treatment routines.

community Signs of life. Ru, topical fin/min, mk677, micro needling

in Progress Pictures 192 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 594 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

community New Study and Product: Tomorrowlabs HSF

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 1 year ago

New product Tomorrowlabs HSF targets hair loss through HIF pathway indirectly by removing scalp iron. Minoxidil and Stemoxydine also relate to HIF pathway.

community Does Nuking Scalp DHT Theoretically Make Minoxidil Gains Permanent?

in Minoxidil 36 upvotes 1 month ago

Minoxidil gains are not permanent without continued use, even with DHT suppression. Combining treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and RU58841 may help maintain hair, but stopping Minoxidil typically results in hair loss.

community Microneedling to maintain results from min

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 2 months ago

Microneedling alone is not effective in maintaining minoxidil results for hair growth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride may enhance results, but microneedling by itself is not a reliable treatment.

community I have a theory that scalp massage works.

17 upvotes 6 years ago

Scalp massage may help with hair growth by stimulating blood flow, similar to minoxidil. Users discuss its potential benefits and share personal experiences, noting it might reduce DHT levels and improve hair health.

community New study shows that microneedling is an ineffective hair loss treatment

in Research/Science 1 year ago

The effectiveness of microneedling as a hair loss treatment, with evidence from studies and anecdotal accounts from other users. It is suggested that combining microneedling with minoxidil or finasteride may be more effective than using microneedling alone, although some people have had success using only microneedling.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 42 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community 9 Month Status Update. I am so glad I started when I did

in Progress Pictures 1210 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared a 9-month update on hair loss treatment, reporting positive results from taking 1 mg of finasteride and 1.25 mg of minoxidil daily. The discussion includes varied experiences with these treatments, questions about side effects, and comments on the unpredictability of treatment effectiveness.

community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

44 upvotes 5 years ago

Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

in Transplants 170 upvotes 4 months ago

A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground…

in Treatment 42 upvotes 10 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hair loss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.

community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

in Research/Science 743 upvotes 2 years ago

A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

community SCUBE3 and GT20029 could be the closet thing to a cure: Hair Follicle Regeneration and Protection Against DHT

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 1 year ago

SCUBE3 and GT20029 are potential treatments for hair loss, with SCUBE3 stimulating hair growth and GT20029 protecting against DHT. A combined approach using SCUBE3, finasteride or dutasteride, and later GT20029 could provide a comprehensive treatment for androgenetic alopecia.

community What’s your nuclear protocol???

in Chat 20 upvotes 1 year ago

People discussed their intense hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, tretinoin, essential oils, microneedling, and various topical sprays. Some users reported success with these methods in preventing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 2 months ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community 2-3 weeks only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily vs 7 months only oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily

in Progress Pictures 205 upvotes 8 months ago

A 22-year-old has seen hair density improvement after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for 7 months and also uses rosemary mint oil weekly. Others suggest finasteride for long-term results, question minoxidil's effectiveness without finasteride, and mention alternatives like microneedling.

community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

in Female 1 upvotes 6 months ago

A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

community Eddie Bravo talking about hair loss on JRE

in Satire 325 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hair loss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hair loss treatment.

community 3 months of only minox + dermarolling, really happy with the results so far

in Progress Pictures 700 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced hair regrowth with minoxidil and dermarolling for 3 months. Routine includes applying 1ml minoxidil nightly and dermarolling with 0.5mm needles twice a week.

community 2 year progress, fin 1 mg 3 days a week 1st year, now 1mg daily. Inconsistent minoxidil usage

in Progress Pictures 89 upvotes 11 months ago

The user has seen marginal improvement in hair loss after increasing finasteride from 1 mg three times a week to daily and using minoxidil inconsistently. They plan to start microneedling and are considering using it on both their scalp and face.

community 10 months on fin and hairline destroyed.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 46 upvotes 5 months ago

A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.

community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

in Research/Science 70 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.