Hairloss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
Hairloss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and maintenance.
For hairloss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hairloss 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.
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This conversation was about hairloss treatments, with suggestions ranging from topical minoxidil and coconut oil to finasteride and microneedling. Several users suggested shaving off the remaining hair as a last resort.
Tretinoin's effect on hairloss is debated; some say it improves minoxidil's effectiveness, while others claim it causes hairloss. Treatments discussed include tretinoin, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling.
Fighting hairloss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or HairLoss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
After suffering from hairloss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hair growth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hairloss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hairloss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
The user suspects finasteride worsened their hairloss despite no abnormal shedding and reduced hair fall initially. They are considering various options, including switching brands, trying topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, or waiting for new treatments.
Finasteride is key for hair regrowth, supported by oral/topical minoxidil, Folexin, Nizoral/Head & Shoulders, and vitamin D. No side effects experienced; early intervention and patience are crucial.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hairloss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
A 19-year-old has experienced worsening hairloss and thinning after using minoxidil and then finasteride, and has recently started dutasteride. They feel disappointed with the results and are seeking others' experiences for hope.
The user saw no hair regrowth after six months using minoxidil, daily dermarolling, and vitamin D3. Many suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results.
A user with afro hair recommends finasteride for hairloss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share similar positive experiences and frustrations with natural remedies.
User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, calcium, and selenium as supplements.
A 19-year-old male has seen no improvement in hairloss after 10 months on oral finasteride and 2 years on topical minoxidil, with hair thinning and a receding hairline continuing. One reply suggests getting tests to confirm if DHT is the cause of the hairloss.
User tried Minoxidil and Finasteride for hairloss with no success and considers giving up. Others suggest continuing treatment, trying hair transplant, or embracing baldness.
User discusses two medications for stopping hairloss: Fin (finasteride) and Dut (dutasteride). Mixed experiences and side effects are shared, with some users seeing positive results.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, needling, and experimenting with retinol cream to treat hairloss. Despite these treatments, they observe many small vellus hairs that do not grow longer.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hairloss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
People notice more young individuals experiencing hairloss and discuss possible reasons, such as diet, hormones, and stress. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
Vitamin E was discussed as a treatment for hair shedding, with a specific form mentioned. A user shared a link to a study and started taking the Vitamin E variants used.
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 hair growth patterns.
The user has tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, iron supplements, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, but their hair is still thinning after 5 years. Another user suggested trying dutasteride.
The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hairloss and experienced minimal side effects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived side effects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that side effects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.
User seeks natural hair products for hold/texture without harmful chemicals due to thinning hair. They consider Hades Matte Paste and Matte Lava Clay, asking if any ingredients could cause hairloss.