User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.
The user recommends washing hair twice daily with glycerin soap, using finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. They claim these methods have significantly improved their hairhealth over 25 years.
Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.
Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hairhealth and regrowth.
People discussing their experiences with hair loss treatments found that switching from finasteride (Fin) to dutasteride (Dut) often resulted in improved hair thickness and health, despite some experiencing side effects or shedding phases. Some users switched due to diminishing results with Fin, while others were curious about the potential for better outcomes with Dut.
A user shared their 1.5-year hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They noticed improved hairhealth and growth, especially when consistently following their treatment routine.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 3 months of using a topical treatment of 0.3/6% finasteride/minoxidil. They also maintained their hairhealth with 1% Nizoral twice a week and dermastamping every 1.5-2 weeks.
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 hairhealth.
User shared 7-month progress of hair loss treatment, using daily 1mg Fin, 2x Min, monthly micro-needling, and ketocoz shampoo. They advise focusing on haircare, diet, and mental health after establishing a routine.
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 hairhealth due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.
A user discusses their experience with hair loss and treatments, including minoxidil, micro needling, rosemary oil, dietary supplements, and topical finasteride (Morr-F). They emphasize the impact of lifestyle on hairhealth and express hope for improvement with the new treatment.
A young male in his twenties discusses hair loss, mentioning the use of Minoxidil, topical finasteride, and occasional derma rolling. He inquires about scalp inflammation, fibrosis, and the potential benefits of magnesium oil and scalp massages for improving blood flow and hairhealth.
The conversation discusses the positive effects of using Minoxidil and Finasteride for two years, with improvements in hairhealth and darkness noted. However, some side effects such as hair falling out easily and severe adverse reactions were also mentioned.
Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hairhealth for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.
User experienced telogen effluvium and diffuse thinning, started using 5% minoxidil two months ago, and resolved several deficiencies. They report noticeable improvement in hairhealth and plan to update progress in a month.
RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hairhealth when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.
A 35-year-old who has been using topical and oral Minoxidil and Finasteride with dermarolling and Nizoral for four months, experiencing improved hairhealth but not yet full coverage on the crown. Others have responded encouragingly to this progress.
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 hairhealth and recovery from microneedling.
The user began using topical minoxidil in 2020 without regrowth, then added 0.5mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride most days, and weekly micro needling since December 2022. They also use peppermint-infused jojoba oil for hairhealth and have noticed less gray hair.
An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin to combat hair loss, experiencing side effects like higher libido and watery semen. He advises others to start with finasteride, avoid natural remedies, and maintain a healthy lifestyle for better hairhealth.
Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hairhealth, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.
Dutasteride mesotherapy in women with metabolic syndrome accelerated hair loss after initial regrowth, while women without metabolic syndrome saw continuous regrowth. The user with mild insulin resistance is hesitant to try topical dutasteride and seeks experiences from others with insulin resistance.
Hair loss treatments discussed include leave-in conditioner, volumizing powder, styling products, and hairspray for thicker appearance without fibers. User shares routine and product suggestions for people with thin hair that lacks volume.
Hair loss discussion includes broccoli sprouts treatment, Fluridil 7%, and sulforaphane, with mixed results. Finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are preferred by some users.
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.
The post discusses dealing with dry, frizzy hair while using Minoxidil. The user suggests avoiding alcohol-based products and considering silicone shampoo to protect hair.
The regimen includes using a diluted 5.5% Minoxidil / 0.025% Finasteride solution daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week to minimize systemic exposure while maximizing scalp DHT reduction. The goal is to achieve hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
A 23-year-old is experiencing severe hair loss and has been using oral minoxidil for 5 months without success. They plan to use ketoconazole cream, emu oil, peppermint oil, evening primrose oil, taurine, black currant oil, and a microneedle roller, and are seeking advice on their routine.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.