The conversation discusses the duration of hair shedding caused by RU58841. The user is stressed and seeking information on how long the shedding phase lasts.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses a topical formula for hair loss including Finasteride (0.025%), Minoxidil (0.5%), Tretinoin (0.01%), Caffeine (0.005%), Melatonin (0.003%), Tea Tree Oil (0.05%), Aloe (0.05%), Biotin (0.05%), and Fagron TrichoXidil (2.5%). The user considers removing Minoxidil and Tretinoin to test TrichoXidil's effectiveness.
The user is asking if caffeine topicals are effective for hair growth, noting they already use Minoxidil and finasteride. They are unsure if caffeine topicals are beneficial or a waste of money.
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hair loss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
The user has accepted their hair loss and uses finasteride and minoxidil, with past use of RU58841 and dutasteride. They seek advice on supplements to slow down graying hair.
The conversation discusses the safety and effectiveness of continuing or adding RU58841 after stopping finasteride for hair loss treatment. One user expresses skepticism about using RU58841 due to the lack of full human trials.
Hair loss treatments vary greatly in effectiveness and timelines, with no guaranteed results. Common treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
The conversation is about difficulty finding a reputable source for Latanoprost or Bimatoprost in pure powder form or high concentrations for hair loss treatment, with only low concentration solutions being readily available.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
The user is seeking advice for frizzy hair, having tried coconut oil without success and considering Olaplex products. They are looking for effective product recommendations.
A user is frustrated with slow and thin hair regrowth at the temples despite using Minoxidil for six months, along with dermastamping, oiling, vitamins, and exercise. They are seeking advice on why vellus hairs are not thickening.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride and twice-daily topical minoxidil with tretinoin for a year and has now started taking 2.5 mg oral minoxidil in the mornings while continuing topical minoxidil with tretinoin at night. They are seeking feedback on whether others have experienced hair shedding with this regimen.
A user inquires about the effectiveness of using more than the standard 0.5mg dose of Dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning studies suggest 2.5mg is more effective. Another user shares their experience of taking 1mg without noticing a difference, despite studies indicating 2.5mg may be better.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
TDM-105795 showed better efficacy and safety in trials for hair loss, with a higher hair count improvement compared to GT20029 and HMI 115, but it's not as widely discussed. The user is questioning why this is the case.
The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.
A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.
The user cannot tolerate oral finasteride and is considering topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and RU58841 as alternative treatments for hair loss. They seek advice on whether these options are worth trying.
The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.
The conversation is about the use of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss. There is little discussion found on this specific combination of treatments.
The conversation is about whether topical finasteride and minoxidil need to be applied directly to the affected areas of the scalp or if they can be spread through blood vessels. It also asks how long topical finasteride remains on a pillow.
The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.
A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.
The conversation discusses the use of Finastopic, a carrier for finasteride solutions by Isdin, and compares it to a standard propylene glycol (PG) solution. The user was prescribed a 1% finasteride solution using Finastopic and has been using a self-compounded 0.025% topical finasteride with minoxidil.
The user is asking about the effectiveness of tretinoin 0.025% for hair loss, noting significant beard growth since using it for acne. They are considering adding it to their hair loss treatment regimen.
The conversation is about transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential shedding during the switch. The original poster is currently using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil.
People discussed which is better for hair loss treatment between a dermaroller and a dermastamp, concluding that a dermastamp is better. They also mentioned that a dermaroller can be used for beard growth.
The conversation is about recommendations for microneedling tools for hair loss, with users suggesting a dermastamp from Koi Beauty and the Derminator 2 with 12-needle cartridges.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.