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      community Am I missing something with pp405?

       34 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential hair growth stimulant, possibly more effective than minoxidil, but not a cure for hair loss. There is skepticism about its ability to regrow "deadzones," and concerns about its impact on those with hair transplants.

      community 3 month mark - 0.025% fin 6% min

       8 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 22-year-old is using 0.025% topical finasteride and 6% minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth and reduced hair loss. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage but are cautious about potential side effects.

      community How to make a RU58841 solution (50mL 5% strength)

       33 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses making a RU58841 solution for hair loss prevention and includes personal experiences with using RU58841 and minoxidil for hair regrowth, with a mention of monitoring health effects.

      community The lowest cyproterone dose to stop mpb

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone acetate at 12.5 mg to manage hair loss, with concerns about its effects on testosterone and potential health issues. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with varying experiences and outcomes.

      community What happened to Pyrilutamide?

      in Technology  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide's 0.5% solution showed minimal improvement, while the 1% solution appears more promising but costly. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil and considering adding Pyrilutamide if effective and affordable.

      community By when would pp405 be available in the grey market?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 might take 3-4 years to be available, but some claim Everychem offers a similar product, though its effectiveness is debated. Users discuss the risks of using untested grey market products and the potential for adverse effects.

      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community 1y progress. 1.25 fin + topical min

       78 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair improvement over a year using finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. The hair density and hairline have strengthened with this routine.

      community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

       35 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Cheap Dermastamp: My Experience

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience using a cheap dermastamp from Aliexpress for microneedling, finding it effective and mostly painless. Other users discussed their experiences with similar products, cleaning methods, and needle lengths, with some noting differences in product quality between sellers.

      community Method for creating 0.01% duta topical solution, will this work?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses creating a 0.01% topical dutasteride solution mixed with minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with concerns about absorption and effectiveness. Some users suggest that dutasteride needs specific formulation for better absorption, while others recommend oral use for practicality.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community Best Microneedle Lengths To Stimulate Stem Cells

       18 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling with needle lengths of 1.5mm to 2.5mm to stimulate hair follicle stem cells for potential hair growth. Using needles longer than 2.5mm is not recommended due to risk of puncturing veins in the scalp. A dermastamp is suggested over a roller.

      community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up

      in Update  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.

      community 1.2 mg fin/3 mg min + 4 month update. How we lookin?

       30 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported using 1.2 mg finasteride and 3 mg minoxidil, experiencing initial shedding and increased hair growth on knuckles, arms, and forehead. They did not notice any significant side effects.

      community Anyone found a scalp applicator WITH a press-down plunger?

       22 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user is searching for a specific scalp applicator with a plunger-style button to effectively dispense Minoxidil. They found it out of stock but received help from another user who provided a link to the desired product.

      community How to properly use and store RU58841?

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is using RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss, storing RU58841 in the fridge and applying it nightly. They report more baby hairs on the temples but are unsure if it's due to new growth or miniaturization, and seek advice on mixing and results from RU58841.

      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.