Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hairloss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.
A user is seeking advice on shampoos and hair styling products to slow down hair thinning and avoid harmful chemicals. They currently use a biotin and collagen shampoo and are considering alternatives like wax or oils instead of gel.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hairloss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss despite dermatitis.
A new hairloss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user is experiencing hairloss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect Vitamin D deficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
An 18-year-old experiencing hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and various shampoos without success. They are considering anti-androgens like RU58841 and KX-826 for oil control and dandruff reduction.
The user has been successfully managing hairloss for five years using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement and plan to continue the treatment without breaks to maintain results.
The DHT itch is linked to hairloss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride and ketoconazole for hairloss and is considering changing shampoos due to dryness caused by ketoconazole. Responses suggest that stopping ketoconazole won't affect hairloss unless the user has seborrheic dermatitis, and recommend using conditioner or using ketoconazole shampoo less frequently.
A user's journey to treat hairloss with a combination of oral medication, topical treatments, microneedling and different shampoos and supplements. It includes warnings about an OGX biotin shampoo potentially causing further hairloss.
Experiencing continual nonstop hairloss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.
The user has been treating hairloss for over 11 years with various methods including Minoxidil, Keto shampoos, vitamins, and microneedling, but has avoided Finasteride due to fertility concerns. They have recently added Zix and The Ordinary Serum to their routine and are questioning their high DHT levels despite their efforts.
A male with early-stage hairloss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
The conversation provides advice on hairloss treatments, emphasizing the importance of following instructions for Minoxidil and Finasteride use, considering micro-needling to enhance treatment effectiveness, and incorporating hair oils, vitamins, and appropriate shampoos. The user shares their personal regimen, which includes oral Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, rosemary oil, micro-needling, supplements, and specialized hair care products, and stresses the necessity of consistency for successful results.
The user has been experiencing hairloss since their teens, is now 30 years old, and is considering using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling as a last effort to combat hairloss after trying other treatments like Regaine and caffeine shampoos with limited success. They are seeking advice on how to start this treatment and where to purchase the products in the UK.
User Wonderful_Tonight910 suffered from hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis for years. After using irritant-free shampoo, their scalp improved, hairloss stopped, and new hair growth appeared.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and topical finasteride. They found RU58841 effective for diffuse thinning but experienced severe hairloss after stopping it; topical finasteride worked well for a receding hairline but caused side effects. They also use a charcoal shampoo and practice scalp massages.
The emotional impact of hairloss and the risks associated with common treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and Fluridil. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments, including potential side effects and lowered fertility. Hair transplants were also mentioned as a possible solution.
A user noticed worsening hairloss and is considering treatments. They plan to use finasteride, Rogaine, and a ketoconazole shampoo, and seek advice on their effectiveness and usage.
The user has been dealing with an oily scalp, seborrheic dermatitis, and hairloss for 18 months, using finasteride without improvement. Another user suggested dutasteride for reducing scalp oiliness.
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hairloss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.
Caffeine ointment was mentioned as being as effective as Minoxidil for hairloss treatment without the side effects. Caffeine is also found in some shampoos.
Alpecin Caffeine shampoo is ineffective for stopping hairloss, with unreliable supporting research. Finasteride is effective in reducing hairloss by lowering DHT levels.
The conversation discusses incorporating peppermint oil into a hairloss treatment routine alongside minoxidil and possibly considering other second line options before using peppermint oil. Some people apply peppermint oil after minoxidil's absorption period or use shampoos containing peppermint oil.
A 17-year-old in the UK seeks advice on mitigating hairloss until finasteride becomes an option at 19. Recommendations include using Minoxidil and considering other treatments like specific shampoos and dietary changes.
Exercise has minimal impact on hairloss, with weight lifting slightly increasing DHT and cardio potentially decreasing it. Finasteride and dutasteride are effective treatments for managing hairloss, even for those who exercise regularly.
A 24-year-old male shared his 8-month progress in fighting hairloss using 1mg finasteride daily, 5mg minoxidil daily, 5mg biotin daily, and topical minoxidil nightly. He experienced no side effects and noted improved confidence and reduced shedding.