A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.
A user seeks advice on treatments for his mother's hair loss, considering Minoxidil, Finasteride, and shampoos. The mother is being monitored for breast cancer, which may be relevant.
User suggests using a blow dryer after applying Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and shares personal success with temple regrowth using Minoxidil and Finasteride. Another user shares their method of applying Minoxidil with long hair and agrees with blow-drying.
Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.
User started minoxidil, noticed forehead lines and dark circles, and asked for non-invasive skin aging prevention methods. Another user suggested using tretinoin and hyaluronicacid for long-term benefits.
A 17-year-old with AGA is considering Revitacare Haircare Mesotherapy, which includes hyaluronicacid, amino acids, zinc, and B vitamins, injected into the scalp. One reply dismisses it as ineffective.
People are discussing ketoconazole shampoos that don't dry out hair, with suggestions including using it as a topical treatment, switching to T-Sal, and using moisturizing products like hyaluronicacid serum and biotin conditioner. Regenepure DR is confirmed to still contain ketoconazole, and some users recommend using moisturizing shampoos and conditioners to prevent dryness.
A user is creating a custom topical hair regrowth serum using minoxidil, bimatoprost, tretinoin, castor oil, and hyaluronicacid. They are also using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and castor oil in their current regimen.
The user has been using Minoxidil and Finasteride for over a year with limited success and is now trying microneedling. They seek advice on using hyaluronicacid to help the microneedling pen glide smoothly on the scalp.
The conversation is about buying an authentic Dr. Pen for microneedling in Belgium and where to purchase related supplies like 70% isopropyl alcohol, denture tablets, antiseptic cleanser, and hyaluronicacid. The user is unsure about the official site and seeks recommendations.
A user's 12 month update on treatment for hair loss, which include oral dutasteride and minoxidil, topical RU88541 and minoxidil, microneedling with hyaluronicacid and FinDuta, experiencing no side effects, positive results and inspiring other users.
A 28-year-old male reported significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks using a regime including Minoxidil, Ketozolin shampoo, microneedling, hyaluronicacid, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed, MSM, frankincense, zinc, multivitamins, and vitamin D. He also noted improvements in digestion, dry eyes, and skin health, and observed beard growth from microneedling.
User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronicacid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss 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.
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hair restoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hair growth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hair loss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
The conversation is about using microneedling for hair loss treatment, including questions on disinfection and post-treatment care. The user mentions using oral minoxidil and finasteride, and considering dutasteride.
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
A user shared a success story showing hair regrowth over 10 years, attributing it to quitting creatine and taking 0.5mg finasteride. Some commenters were skeptical about creatine's impact, while others inquired about side effects, and the original poster reported no negative effects from finasteride.
The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.
The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.
Vitamin E is suggested as beneficial for hair follicles. Some users question the dosage and effectiveness, while others share positive experiences with vitamins.
The user seeks alternatives to Propylene Glycol (PG) for delivering topical finasteride due to scalp irritation. They consider using Propanediol 1,3 and ask for other suggestions.
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.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using 1mg finasteride, weekly 1.5mm microneedling, and daily 2mg copper peptide injections. They discussed their hair loss treatment and results.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.