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naturally occurring inorganic substances essential for bodily functions

Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that are essential for various bodily functions, including the growth and maintenance of hair. They play crucial roles in cellular processes, enzyme functions, and structural integrity. For example, zinc and iron are important for hair health, as deficiencies in these minerals can lead to hair loss or conditions like alopecia.

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community Group Buy for MR antagonist finerenone

in Product 11 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses group buy for finerenone, a third-gen mineralocorticoid antagonist for hair loss treatment. Finerenone inhibits TGFb, NOX, and ROS, and improves renal and cardiac function; topical dose should be no more than 10mg per day.

community What Private blood test should I take?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 3 months ago

A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

community 9 months of progress. Propecia and minoxidil.

in Progress Pictures 295 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their 9-month progress using Propecia and minoxidil for hair loss, noting significant daily shedding. Others suggested potential vitamin/mineral deficiencies and offered encouragement.

community Increased b12 and hair loss correlation

in Female 2 upvotes 5 months ago

A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.

community TIL you can buy minoxidil , finasteride , dutastaeide and all other generic medicines on jan aushadhi kendra at a subsidized rate in India

in Chat 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses buying minoxidil, finasteride, and other generic hair loss treatments at subsidized rates in India, and mentions that vitamins and minerals for hair growth are also available without a prescription. Some users view the post as an advertisement and note that these products can be purchased from other sources like alldaychemist without a prescription.

community There's a guy called Dr. Berg on YouTube who recommended a bunch of supplements for hair health and preventing hair loss. I wrote them all down. Before I buy, can anyone tell me if anything here is BS?

in Question 9 upvotes 5 years ago

A user asked about Dr. Berg's recommended supplements for hair health, including Vitamin C, trace minerals, Omega 3, collagen, silica, B-vitamins, stinging nettle root, B6, B2, copper, and Vitamin D. Responses advised against following Dr. Berg, labeling him a quack, and suggested that only stinging nettle root might help with DHT, while the rest are only beneficial if deficient.

community Has anyone tried "Research Verified Hair Growth" and know if it actually works?

in Question 1 upvotes 7 years ago

A user is experiencing mild hair loss and is hesitant to try finasteride due to potential side effects. They are considering using Research Verified Hair Growth, which contains various vitamins and minerals, and are seeking opinions and experiences from others.

community Recovered my crown using just Finasteride, dermarolling, and vitamins

in Microneedling 99 upvotes 3 years ago

A user recovered their crown using finasteride, dermarolling, and vitamins, and had a hair transplant for their hairline. They experienced no side effects from finasteride except increased libido and also take zinc, biotin, trace minerals, kelp, and vitamin D.

community Tip for anyone who is worried about minoxidil messing up their skin

in Minoxidil 39 upvotes 3 years ago

Use retin-a cream and maintain a good skincare routine to counteract skin issues caused by topical minoxidil. Taking sublingual minoxidil can also be beneficial.

community 28M, 1 year and 9 months on treatment

in Progress Pictures 679 upvotes 3 weeks ago

A 28-year-old man regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a derma roller over 1 year and 9 months. Initial side effects resolved, and he maintains his hair with continued treatment.

community 200mcg Selenium stopped my hairloss

in Is this regrowth? 8 upvotes 8 months ago

A user reported that taking 20mg copper and 200mcg selenium completely stopped their hair loss. The conversation is about hair loss treatments.

community Why do people downplay vitamin deficiency when 94% of Americans are vitamin D deficient?

in Research/Science 132 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.

community Has anyone tried microneedling with topical melatonin, copper peptides, reservatrol+fisetin, or stemoxydine?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil due to heart issues and is considering microneedling with topical melatonin, copper peptides, resveratrol+fisetin, or stemoxydine, which reportedly have minimal side effects. They are asking for information on the effectiveness of these treatments.

community A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 5 months ago

Topical formulations, natural products, and CAM therapies are being used to treat Androgenic alopecia to avoid side effects of Finasteride and Minoxidil. The review covers various low-risk, alternative treatment options.

community My 4th update nearing 9 months now. Min 5% liquid twice daily, Fin 1mg daily, microneedling 1.5mm weekly

in Progress Pictures 434 upvotes 8 months ago

A user nearing 9 months of hair loss treatment reports using Minoxidil 5% liquid twice daily, Finasteride 1mg daily, and microneedling with a 1.5mm roller weekly. They also take Vitamin D, B7, Zinc, and considered but did not use Dutasteride or Ketoconazole shampoo.

community Topical spironolactone - anti androgen

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.

community What all oils could be useful to augment hair growth

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 5 months ago

The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.

community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results

in Treatment 32 upvotes 8 months ago

Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.

community Can finasteride affect on your muscle and other things?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using finasteride topically for hair loss and concerns about potential side effects like feminization and impact on muscle growth. One person shared their experience with finasteride, indicating it increased testosterone and did not prevent them from gaining muscle or strength.

community Lost 65% of hair last 3 years. No regrowth. Also have Seborrheic Dermatitis flare ups. Diagnosed by derm as "alopecia". Started taking 2 supplements I researched and 0 flare up for over 2 months. New hair growing. Scalp healthy. Everything else has stayed the same! Overjoyed is an understatement!!

in Treatment 19 upvotes 1 year ago

After suffering from hair loss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hair growth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.

community For hair loss - zinc is your friend

in Chat 43 upvotes 2 years ago

Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.

community 14 year old struggling with hair loss

in Treatment 9 upvotes 3 years ago

A 14-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and was prescribed Aminexil by a dermatologist. They are concerned about potential side effects.

community Success WITH pics: saw results in 2 months. Variation of BIG 3. I'm 24 years old and been doing it for 8 months now.

in Update 49 upvotes 6 years ago

A user shared their successful hair regrowth routine, which includes finasteride, derma rolling, minoxidil (Rogaine), biotin pills, and vitamin D supplementation, and saw noticeable results in 3 months. They suggest this routine as a variation of the "Big 3" hair loss treatments and have created a website to sell the products they used.

community Bryan (the guy who reversed aging) shares treatment that reversed his hair loss

in Treatment 1069 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.

community Dustaride and vitamins question?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 1 month ago

Dustaride doesn't require avoiding any vitamins, but checking vitamin D levels and supplementing if deficient is suggested. Hair vitamins are generally unnecessary unless there's a deficiency.

community Vitamin D deficiency strongly correlates with androgenic alopecia, FMPH and telogen effluvium

in Research/Science 157 upvotes 1 month ago

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to hair loss, and supplementation with vitamin D can improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Users discussed various dosages of vitamin D, emphasizing the importance of getting blood tests to determine the appropriate amount.

community 3 months on Fin oral. Finally seeing progress!

in Progress Pictures 77 upvotes 2 months ago

User saw hair growth after three months of using oral finasteride, microneedling, serums, and devices. Minoxidil did not work for them, and they previously had a hair transplant.

community Connection between caffeine and hair loss?

in Product 2 months ago

Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.

community I don’t want to give up but running out of options

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 4 months ago

The user has been on oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 16 months but continues to experience hair miniaturization. They previously used oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil with success for 7 years and are now seeking advice on whether to switch back to topicals, adjust dosages, or consider other treatments like topical anti-androgens or Estradiol.

community Micro needling has made my hairline worse?

in Microneedling 4 upvotes 5 months ago

The user has been microneedling at 0.25mm once a week for 4 weeks and noticed further hairline recession. They are concerned about the impact of vitamin deficiencies, like biotin, on hair growth.