User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.
The user improved their hair loss from a Norwood scale 2.5/3 to 1.5/2 using treatments including 2.5 mg dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oral minoxidil, isoflavones, NAC, pumpkin seed oil, NAD+, and Vipelin, but still experiences temple recession. Other users expressed concern over the high dosages of oral minoxidil and dutasteride.
A person experienced hair regrowth over 2.3 months using natural remedies like onion and garlic juice, rosemaryand lavender oil, and a 1mm dermaroller twice a week, avoiding pharmaceuticals due to side effects and personal health principles. They reported improved hairline, density, and thickness.
A 14-month update on a FUE hair transplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hair loss.
A 19-year-old noticed hair thinning and mild receding hairline, opting for a treatment regime excluding finasteride and minoxidil. The regime includes derma rolling, rosemaryand coconut oil, a massage comb, a DHT-blocker shampoo, and vitamins B12 and Biotin.
A user is concerned about the legitimacy of a hair growth serum called Lavdik, which they ordered after seeing an ad for Jemros. The product contains ginger extract, ginseng extract, fleece flower root, grape seed oil, glycerol, carbomer, propylene glycol, androsemaryoil, and the user is unsure if it is effective or a scam.
The conversation is about someone using finasteride for hair loss and considering adding peppermint oil to their regimen. One person replied that they tried peppermint oil for about a month with no results.
Microneedling stimulates hair growth through stem cell activation during wound healing, not just increased blood flow. Other methods like showers or supplements don't replicate this effect.
The user regrew their hairline using mechanical stimulation, including a 1.5mm derma roller weekly, daily scalp massages, and other treatments like Nizoral, zinc pyrithione, fish oil, and Lipogaine The Big 5. They did not use Minoxidil or finasteride.
User "tresslessatbest" shares her experience with androgenic hair loss and treatments. She found success using men's Rogaine 5%, spironolactone, dermaroller, biotin, blackcurrant seed oil, prenatal vitamins, and Nizoral shampoo.
The conversation discusses using Cedarwood, Rosemary, and Lavender essential oils for hair growth and preventing hair loss. The user plans to apply Cedarwood oil daily.
The conversation discusses whether adding pumpkin seed oil to a regimen that already includes finasteride would provide any additional benefits for hair loss. The consensus is that while finasteride is effective, adding pumpkin seed oil might offer some extra benefits, but evidence is limited.
The user shared their journey from hair loss at 17 to a full head of hair using topical finasteride, Saw Palmetto, a natural serum with stem cells androsemaryoil, dermarolling, and a specialized shampoo. They experienced side effects with Dutasteride and found success with their current routine without side effects.
OP has been using alfatradiol and a mix of rosemary, peppermint, and jojoba oils for hair loss, with inconsistent dermapen sessions. They plan to add topical finasteride at 0.025% later.
A user discusses using a hemp inflammation cream for hair loss, noting it contains aloe vera, hemp extract, rosemaryoil, glycerin, emu oil, menthol, and MSM, which are beneficial for hair loss. They consider using the cream instead of making their own topical treatment.
A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1mg finasteride, daily GHK-CU injections, keratin/biotin/MSM supplements, Pura D’Or shampoo and conditioner, Ayurvedic oil, ketoconazole thrice weekly, and weekly microneedling with topical GHK-CU. The post includes progress pictures.
A 22-year-old shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, androsemaryoil for aggressive hair loss. The treatments helped with dryness and itchiness, despite initial heavy shedding.
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots andhair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.
Certain oils and treatments used for natural breast enhancement, like fenugreek oiland shatavari, may also help with androgenetic alopecia due to their estrogen link. The discussion suggests these items might pause hair loss.
A user shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using a routine that includes natural oils, specialized shampoos and conditioners, derma stamping, scalp oil, and vitamins. They apply a mixture of oils twice a week, use hair care products, derma stamp, and take vitamins daily.
The conversation discusses dissatisfaction with current hair loss treatments that mainly focus on DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride. Alternative treatments mentioned include RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, rosemaryoil, and future possibilities like hair cloning.
The user plans to use an electric microneedling pen for hair loss, set to penetrate 0.6mm to 0.8mm, and apply rosemaryoil in jojoba oil post-treatment. They also intend to use 5% Minoxidil daily, followed by a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and jojoba oils.
The user "mynameisbogus" shared their hair loss progress using various treatments including Dutasteride, RU, oral minoxidil, topical treatments, microneedling, dermastamping, rosemaryoil, and scalp massaging. Other users commented on the extensive regimen and expressed their opinions.
The user has been using 15% minoxidil, rosemaryoil, peppermint oil, and bi estro cream for hair loss and is noticing baby hairs but is unsure if this is new hair growth or just existing hair getting longer.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair regrowth protocol that includes finasteride (1.25mg), RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole, minoxidil, peppermint oil, and fatty acids/oils. Progress pictures are shared to show the results of these treatments.
The user has been using finasteride, nizoral, microneedling, and recently added 3% peppermint oil to their hair loss treatment, experiencing regrowth similar to minoxidil. They suggest peppermint oil as a potentially effective, low-cost alternative or addition to minoxidil, with the added benefit of a pleasant smell and ease of use.
A user is starting a hair loss treatment regimen with finasteride three times a week, minoxidil once daily, and daily supplements of pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium. They are also following a strict no alcohol, no high sugar diet, and regular exercise, and plan to post updates.
The conversation discusses using GHK-Cu, C60, and saw palmetto oil as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
The post discusses a holistic, bioenergetic approach to hair loss, focusing on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes rather than traditional treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Key dietary recommendations include fruits, milk, potatoes, butter, coconut oil, eggs, oysters, liver, and gelatin, along with moderate exercise and lifestyle adjustments to reduce stress.