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      community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

      in Research/Science  2451 upvotes   3 years ago
      The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

      community Topical Dutasteride is Here.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  153 upvotes   3 years ago
      The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.

      community Girl found my toppik

      in Chat  221 upvotes   3 years ago
      Girl finds guy's hair building fibers, sparking discussion on hair's role in attraction and self-esteem. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair systems are mentioned.

      community M26 – 9 months after hair transplant! AMA

      in Transplants  620 upvotes   4 years ago
      A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.

      community Estrogen lowering supplements while on Finasteride?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes   2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibiting supplements like DIM and Grape Seed extract while on finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on combining these supplements with finasteride.

      community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?

      in Research/Science  373 upvotes   1 year ago
      A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.

      community 15-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm Roller.

      in Progress Pictures  314 upvotes   6 months ago
      The user shared a 15-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride (0.5mg/day), Minoxidil (5% foam twice daily), Nizoral (1% every 3 days), and a 1.5mm derma roller (twice a month), along with a multivitamin, exercise, low sugar diet, hydration, and consistent sleep. They started seeing results after 6-9 months, with significant improvement at the 1-year mark, and apply Minoxidil the day after derma rolling.

      community Why don't more people here use oils?

      in Treatment  21 upvotes   4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.

      community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

       20 upvotes   5 years ago
      Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

      community 6 months aggressive treatment for hair loss

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes   5 months ago
      The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hair loss classification.

      community 8 months min and fin… feeling pretty hopeful

      in Progress Pictures  309 upvotes   1 day ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hair transplant and recommend considering oral finasteride.

      community 9 months on fin and oral minoxidil (26M)

      in Progress Pictures  2271 upvotes   4 months ago
      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.

      community (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes   1 year ago
      A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.

      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes   2 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  81 upvotes   2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community Don’t get too hyped up about Breezula, it‘s not a wonder drug

       22 upvotes   5 years ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about Breezula, a hair loss treatment, with the consensus that it's not a miracle cure but a maintenance drug that may work well with finasteride. Some users report side effects from finasteride, like sexual dysfunction, while hoping for better results from Breezula or RU58841 without such side effects.

      community FINASTERIDE REVIVING ME FROM THE DEAD

      in Progress Pictures  909 upvotes   2 weeks ago
      A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.

      community I’ve been on oral finasteride/Proscar for 15 years. (AMA)

      in Treatment  10 upvotes   1 month ago
      A user has been on oral Finasteride/Proscar for 15 years and started using topical Minoxidil, RU58841, and Dutasteride, along with microneedling, 2 years ago. They shared progress pictures and discussed their treatment routine.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes   6 months ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      community Update: 5 Months Min/Fin and microneedle

      in Progress Pictures  366 upvotes   6 months ago
      The user reports regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling with a derma stamp, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and has shared progress pictures. They apply treatments daily, microneedle twice a week, and exercise regularly, noting an improvement in their mental well-being.