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      community Microneedling without topical minoxidil. What's the consensus?

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      Microneedling is more effective when combined with minoxidil, especially for temple regrowth, but is considered near-useless on its own. Users suggest combining microneedling with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for better results, while some caution against potential scalp damage.

      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

       20 upvotes 2 years ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community Does dermarolling actually work?

      in Microneedling  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with Minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential skin damage and infections. Tretinoin is suggested as an alternative to enhance Minoxidil absorption.

      community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

      community Is it dangerous to use hair fibers when you do weekly microneedling?

       7 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using hair fibers with weekly microneedling and whether it poses any danger. Users discuss cleaning the scalp before microneedling and share experiences with different microneedling frequencies and additional treatments like minoxidil and DHT blockers.

      community Microneedling. What is your approach?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Has anyone ever had success with just micro-needling?

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      People are discussing if microneedling alone can improve hair loss without using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Some users report moderate success with microneedling and natural remedies, but most suggest that results are better when combined with medical treatments.

      community 22 M current protocol: dut+microneedling+min

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.

      community The number of hairs lost when i washed my hair during first minoxidil shed (and the ratio of mature vs miniaturized hair)

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing a minoxidil shed after six months of use, noting a significant number of miniaturized hairs compared to mature ones, and has been on finasteride 0.5mg daily for two years with positive results. The user meticulously counts and categorizes shed hairs, sparking reactions ranging from amusement to concern over the level of obsession.

      community Scalp Massages in addition to Fin/Min and Microneedling

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      Scalp massages are considered a low-risk addition to hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, potentially offering minor benefits. Most users agree that while massages may improve blood circulation, significant results primarily come from the main treatments.

      community 5 months topical spiro + minox + micro

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

      community 8 Weeks Progress. DUT and topical MIN

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 8-week hair regrowth progress using 0.5mg dutasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. They noted visible improvement, though some users suggested reducing microneedling depth to avoid potential scalp damage.

      community 3-Month Progress: 5% Topical Minoxidil + Microneedling (No Finasteride)

       81 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their 3-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil and microneedling with a 1mm dermaroller, noting significant hair growth without using finasteride. They applied minoxidil twice daily and used the dermaroller three times a week, experiencing a short shedding phase after 2-3 weeks.

      community M19 Minoxidil and microneeddling 0.5mm

      in Chat  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride. The user is concerned about worsening hair loss and is advised to consider finasteride.

      community Any positive responses for Diffuse Thinner with Retrograde using Fin/Min/Dut

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.

      community [M25] About a year on fin/min/microneedling progress pics

       392 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old shared progress after a year using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant hair improvement despite periodic shedding. The user experienced body hair loss as a side effect but reported no other issues and plans to continue the treatment.

      community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

       27 upvotes 2 years ago
      TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

      community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

      in Treatment  44 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community 7 months progress with topicals only and micro needling.

       429 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after seven months using topical minoxidil 5% combined with 0.1% finasteride and weekly micro needling. The community responded positively, noting visible improvement and discussing the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.

      community Discussion for long term fin or dut/min

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Baby hairs can mature with long-term DHT reduction, and Minoxidil can aid this process. Dutasteride mesotherapy is effective and preferable to oral pills, as it directly targets tissues.

      community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

      community 10 weeks progress using Topical Min/Fin/Tret. 1ml Daily

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after 10 weeks using a daily 1ml topical solution containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, along with a biotin shampoo. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects and are optimistic about future results.

      community Potential role of TB-500 Thymosin Beta-4

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and TB-500 Thymosin Beta-4. It critiques the credibility of biohacking claims.