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      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution to complement it, excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community White peony root extract for hair loss

       6 upvotes 4 years ago
      White peony root extract is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. The conversation questions if anyone has tried it or researched its use in traditional Chinese medicine.

      community Spironolactone to stop hair shedding

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A doctor suggested spironolactone for hair shedding, but concerns were raised about its effectiveness and side effects compared to finasteride. The user plans to reduce testosterone dosage and start finasteride instead.

      community Needling project, I'm needling half of my head

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person is experimenting with microneedling on one temple while using Minoxidil to address hair loss. They plan to needle weekly and apply Minoxidil twice daily, avoiding application around needling sessions.

      community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??

       18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.

      community My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

      in Microneedling  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       23 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community Any sources on Geranium sibiricum extract?

      4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and explores the potential of Geranium sibiricum extract as a safer alternative. It highlights the difficulty in finding this specific extract and suggests considering other plants with similar compounds, like Indian gooseberry.

      community Has anyone tried Peptonix microneedling?

       4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses Peptonix microneedling, a copper peptide serum, as a potential hair loss treatment. Users compare it to finasteride and minoxidil, noting side effects and personal experiences with these treatments.

      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 Looking for microneedling experiences (over needling)

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is concerned about potentially overdoing microneedling for hair loss and is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, with underwhelming results. Other users suggest using tretinoin for better results and discuss the effectiveness of different needle lengths, recommending shorter needles.

      community Min + fin + dermastamp + botanical

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, a dermastamp, and botanical oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oil for hair growth. The user is considering using Alpha Infuse, which combines microneedling with plant oils, to enhance results.

      community Microneedling thread? Share your results

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      Microneedling is discussed as a method to improve hair growth, with users sharing their experiences and results using different needle depths and frequencies. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto supplements.

      community Weird response to microneedling

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause sneezing and eye tearing due to nerve stimulation, particularly near the temples and forehead. Some users find it lessens over time, while others prefer using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.

      community 2023 study: Novel Hemp extract causes great hair (allegedly better than fin/min) growth with little to no side effects. Photos included… Thoughts?

       8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A novel hemp extract allegedly promotes better hair growth than minoxidil and finasteride, with minimal side effects, but the study's credibility is questioned due to potential bias and confounding factors like peppermint oil. Users express skepticism and suggest sticking with proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Ginsenoside enriched formulation

      1 year ago
      Panax ginseng, specifically a ginsenoside-enriched formulation, is suggested as a potential hair growth treatment alongside finasteride and minoxidil. The user is considering trying panax ginseng despite limited availability and evidence.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community Opinions on best microneedling protocol? Some thoughts...

       11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling can enhance hair growth by improving minoxidil absorption and stimulating blood flow. Users discuss optimal needle depths, with some favoring shallow frequent needling for better absorption and others preferring deeper needling for stem cell activation.

      community My Current Stack: Every Studied Natural at Maximum Concentration

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen using high concentrations of natural ingredients: pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, rosemary and peppermint essential oils, and caffeine. The user also practices microneedling, scalp massage, and takes Nutrafol.

      community microneedling efficacy for male pattern baldness?

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      Microneedling, when combined with finasteride and topical minoxidil, can enhance hair regrowth for male pattern baldness, especially at the temples. Users report varying success with needle depths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with stamps preferred over rollers to minimize scalp damage.

      community Black seed oil rosemary oil and microneedling success

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced success in reducing hair thinning using a combination of rosemary oil, black seed oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects. They later stopped using black seed oil due to concerns about increased testosterone.