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      community Helicobacter's concocted serum v1

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, saw palmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.

      community Low-dose oral minoxidil and skin aging

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss and its potential effects on skin aging. Users shared experiences, with some noting side effects like puffy eyelids and dark circles, but no conclusive evidence of significant collagen depletion or increased wrinkles.

      community What to do... what to do...

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.

      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

      community Why is it "not right" to start off with Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  60 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of side effects, while others argue dutasteride is more effective and has fewer side effects.

      community 10 Days Post-Op: Hair Transplant Results and Experience

      in Progress Pictures  509 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Dr. Resul Yaman Hair Clinic in Istanbul, including before and after photos. They are considering taking oral Minoxidil post-operation but are avoiding Finasteride due to side effects.

      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  54 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Bryan Johnson just dropped his anti hair loss formula

      in Treatment  336 upvotes 8 months ago
      Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.

      community 60-day progress with Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  873 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared a 60-day progress update on hair regrowth using only 5% Minoxidil foam once daily. Others suggested adding finasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss and maintain long-term results.

      community Exploring Bryan Johnson's Hair Routine In Detail

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 9 months ago
      Bryan Johnson uses a custom hair loss treatment that includes topical finasteride, minoxidil, azelaic acid, diclofenac, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, ginkgo biloba, biotin, and melatonin, which have shown varying degrees of effectiveness with minimal side effects. He also undergoes PRP and laser therapy, and has tried dutasteride mesotherapy.

      community Here are the results from my journey! I used saw palmetto tablets instead of Finasteride(I was afraid of using it), 5% Minoxidil spray and Derma Pen once a week 1.5mm.

      in Progress Pictures  306 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared their positive hair regrowth experience using saw palmetto tablets, 5% minoxidil spray, and a Derma Pen. The conversation debates the effectiveness of saw palmetto versus finasteride, with some advocating for natural treatments and others emphasizing the proven results of finasteride and minoxidil, often in combination with microneedling.

      community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.

      community Fin fuckbois to ascended masters

      in Satire  272 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience

      in Research/Science  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  737 upvotes 2 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community May 2022 - September 2022. 4 month results on 2x daily minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral 2x weekly. Taken in the same office to try and keep lighting consistent.

      in Progress Pictures  641 upvotes 2 years ago
      Vat-R-U-Talkin-About: I'm not sure that wearing a hat would have an effect on either Minoxidil or Finasteride. It may be worth experimenting with not wearing one for a few weeks to see if it makes any difference. This conversation is about a user's progress pictures four months into taking minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral twice weekly to treat hair loss; others shared their experiences and offered advice on how to improve the treatment.

      community 3 months progress with Finasteride 0.5mg/daily, Minoxidil foam5% 2x daily, Stemoxydine 2x daily, Microneedling(M8) 1.5mm 1x per week, Saw Palmetto 400mg/day, peppermint and jojoba oils daily, Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 3x/week, Purador shampoo/conditioner every day.

      in Progress Pictures  339 upvotes 2 years ago
      Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.

      community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

      in Satire 2 years ago
      This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

      community Roughly 1.5 years progress. Dut, Fin, Minox, RU.

      in Progress Pictures  806 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's progress with treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.

      community Fuck hair loss; acquire beard.

      in Shaved/buzzed  931 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's transformation from an accountant to a spartan with a full beard, discussing the potential of DUPA and alopecia areata, as well as treatments like vitamins, topicals, and natural treatments for potential regrowth.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.