Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.
The conversation discusses affordable hair loss treatments, including oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and topical finasteride/minoxidil mixtures. Users share methods to obtain these drugs cheaply and legally.
A user inquired about Hair XL offered by a clinic in the Netherlands, questioning if it is a form of Exosome treatment. The conversation seeks experiences and clarity on the treatment.
A user experienced hair growth on their neck after taking saw palmetto, green tea, horsetail, and biotin. They are curious if this is a good sign and why it happened.
Low oxytocin levels in hair are linked to reduced empathy and may affect hair growth. Cinnamic acid can promote hair growth by activating oxytocin receptors.
The conversation humorously discusses two resilient hair strands that resist DHT, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride as ineffective treatments. Users joke about cloning the hairs and the mystery of baldness.
A user discussed their hair transplant progress and mentioned using 1mg Finasteride, 5% Topical Minoxidil, and recently starting 5% RU58841. They are seeking advice on whether to use RU58841 at month 4 post-transplant.
A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.
A user reported hair regrowth after taking D3 vitamin pills and using anti-hair fall shampoo for four months. They were later advised to use 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a general vitamin pill containing iron, B9, and B12.
Iontophoresis and sonophoresis can enhance drug delivery into the scalp. Combining these methods may improve the effectiveness of topical treatments like dutasteride and certain peptides.
A user with afro hair recommends finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share similar positive experiences and frustrations with natural remedies.
A user is concerned about hair loss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.
Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.
User reports more hair growth after 2.5 months using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, though new hair is thinner. Others praise the progress and express hope.
A user experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg), minoxidil (2.5 mg), and biotin (5 mg) daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment and possible resistance to dutasteride.
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.
The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting finasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil. They increased their finasteride dosage and added dutasteride, seeking advice on whether this reaction is normal and its duration.
A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.
The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hair loss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
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.
David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.
The user reports losing a significant amount of hair when applying RU58841 and Minoxidil but loses much less hair when massaging or brushing without these treatments. They are concerned about the increased hair loss associated with these products.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after 11 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and occasional microneedling. The user aims to motivate others starting similar treatments.
User shared 9-month hair regrowth progress using a Fin/Min spray from HIMS, with additional microneedling. Other users praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of topical treatments.
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.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.