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      community Creatine and hair loss...you're not crazy.

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hair loss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hair loss.

      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

       224 upvotes 9 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

      community Finasteride daily for 10 months, no progress.. switching to dut

       13 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss without success and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are concerned about low DHT levels and are seeking advice on how to implement dutasteride effectively.

      community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver

       374 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.

      community 1 month of using fin, so happy

       868 upvotes 2 years ago
      User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

      community Anyone else having a bad summer shed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      Users are experiencing increased hair shedding despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, hair vitamins, and DHT shampoo. Some note this happens seasonally, while others are concerned their treatments are no longer effective.

      community one year progress on dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  200 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their one-year progress on dutasteride, noting fuller hair but persistent thinning at the crown. They sought advice on whether to resume minoxidil and in which form, while others inquired about their choice of dutasteride and its effects.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 2 years ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community Frequency/strength of topical minoxidil application

       13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Minoxidil (Min) for hair loss treatment. It concludes that applying a 5% solution once daily is sufficient, and applying it twice daily doesn't provide much more benefit. However, if a higher concentration is beneficial, it can be achieved by more frequent application.

      community deeper understanding of microneedling

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling can enhance hair growth by increasing drug absorption and activating stem cells, with different needle depths serving distinct purposes. Users report success with microneedling, often in combination with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and emphasize waiting periods for topical application to avoid side effects.

      community RootBioTec? Basil extract for hair growth

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      RootBioTec, a basil hairy root extract, claims to reduce hair loss by 31% in two months by inhibiting 5α reductase II and stimulating hair follicles. There is limited independent information available about its effectiveness.

      community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.

      community New Peer-Reviewed Publication Further Validates RepliCel's Use of Dermal Sheath Cup Cells to Treat Pattern Baldness - Paper entitled "Hair Follicle Dermal Stem Cells Regenerate the Dermal Sheath, Repopulate the Dermal Papilla, and Modulate Hair Type" published journal Developmental Cell

       13 upvotes 11 years ago
      A new treatment using dermal sheath cup cells may regrow hair and could require repeat treatments every 8 years. Users discuss ongoing trials and plan to use finasteride and minoxidil until the treatment is available.

      community Making your own RT1640 in China

      4 years ago
      RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.

      community Has anyone tried Spartan Root Activator shampoo?

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Spartan Root Activator shampoo for hair loss. It mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Are these all vellus hairs that will go terminal?

       5 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using oral minoxidil, ghk-cu, and HGH for hair regrowth, noticing small vellus hairs on the crown. They avoid traditional DHT blockers like finasteride due to side effects, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of ghk-cu.

      community Early impressions Rootique Dou + Ulo low dose finasteride

       5 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.

      community Experience with Rootbiotec or Anagain

       1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses experiences with hair loss treatments containing RootBioTec and Anagain. Users share their results and compare these treatments to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Custom topical from Rootsbyga.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user received a custom topical treatment for hair loss from Rootsbyga, which includes minoxidil and possibly other ingredients to enhance its effectiveness. The initial test cost $120, and the monthly topical costs around $70, with concerns about long-term use of steroids like hydrocortisone.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Has anybody heard of or tried Rootique Duo?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discussed the "Rootique Duo," a device that turns minoxidil into mist for scalp application, but others suggested cheaper alternatives like an AliExpress applicator. Some users prefer traditional methods like droppers or spray nozzles, especially for longer hair.