Redensyl, a hair loss treatment that has been claimed to be 80% more effective than minoxidil, but users have not experienced any results from using it.
The user has been using minoxidil for years without success, but after adding DUT (dutasteride) to their routine, they have seen progress in their hair growth.
A user plans to stop Dutasteride to conceive a child, seeking advice on hair maintenance. Suggestions include switching to Finasteride, but many emphasize prioritizing child safety.
Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.
Users discussed their experiences with microneedling for hair loss, noting that visible progress typically starts after 1-4 months. Some combined microneedling with Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation is about hair care for someone who sweats daily at the gym. Recommendations include using shampoo every day despite common advice against it.
The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.
The conversation is about a user trying hair fibers to cover hair loss while waiting for Rogaine (Minoxidil) to work. Some suggest using Finasteride or other treatments for better results, while others criticize the appearance of the fibers.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.
A user who shaved their head two years ago and has since regrown it via Minoxidil, dermarolling, and finasteride with no negative side effects; and the encouragement from other users to take the leap and try these treatments.
A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hair loss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.
The conversation discusses the presence of sulfates in Nizoral andHead & Shoulders shampoos. The user seeks advice on whether to return Head & Shoulders for a sulfate-free alternative and recommendations for a second shampoo/conditioner to alternate with Nizoral.
A user who decided to shave their head after trying PRP for hair loss with minimal results, and the replies which commended them on how good they looked without it.
User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.
A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.
User tries dermapen for hair loss and plans to use non-mainstream topicals like c60, ghk-cu, and ptd-dbm with valproic acid. They also use a head massager and modified LLLT belt for additional treatment.
A user noticed rapid hair thinning and started using finasteride in October 2019. They also use Nizoral andHead & Shoulders with zinc pyrithione, hoping for regrowth and to delay baldness.
A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral andHead & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.
The user is experimenting with taking 1-1.5ml of pure castor oil orally daily as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth. They aim to find a safer option that promotes overall body andhead hair growth without the side effects of minoxidil.
A 46-year-old shared their successful hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, andhead massages with lavender and peppermint oil, with noticeable improvement and no significant side effects except for darker eyelashes. They encourage others to try these treatments.
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers and coconut oil without success and are seeking advice.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users agree these treatments help maintain hair but don't guarantee miraculous regrowth, emphasizing early intervention for best results.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 9 months of using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil every other day, with no side effects. Other users expressed various reactions, from skepticism to hope, and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.