Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hairloss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.
The conversation discusses starting Minoxidil for hairloss and suggests also using finasteride to prevent further balding. Minoxidil is expected to thicken current hair, but won't stop hair follicles from dying.
Sunburns on the scalp can cause permanent hairloss, especially for those using Tretinoin or Tacrolimus. Wearing UPF 50+ hats is recommended to protect against UV radiation.
The user shared their 11-year journey battling hairloss, highlighting the importance of consistent treatment and avoiding common mistakes. Treatments included minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, ketoconazole, multivitamins, and a hair transplant.
The conversation suggests Justin Bieber has had a hair transplant, with many users agreeing on the change in his hairline and discussing the commonality of hairloss and transplants among men, including celebrities. Some speculate he might also be using hairloss medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hairloss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hairloss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hairloss.
Hairloss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hairloss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.
The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hairloss.
The conversation discusses using finasteride topically for hairloss 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.
Finding acceptance of hairloss through psychedelics, and the potential benefits of shrooms. Discussions include sharing experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, nutrafol, laser therapy, micro needling, as well as mental health concerns such as depression, suicidal thoughts, and self-esteem.
User obsessed with hairlossprevention shares collection of treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, and more. Others suggest adding RU58841, laser helmet, and PRP, while some advise dropping certain treatments for long-term manageability.
Effective treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.
The user experienced hairloss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
CRISPR shows promise for treating hairloss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibitors with dutasteride or finasteride for hairloss, which can prevent testosterone from turning into estrogen but may lead to increased DHT and potentially make finasteride less effective. There's concern about proper dosing and side effects like gynecomastia and emotional changes.
User Wonderful_Tonight910 suffered from hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis for years. After using irritant-free shampoo, their scalp improved, hairloss stopped, and new hair growth appeared.
Amplifica starting clinical trials for new hairloss drug. SCUBE3 protein discovered, stimulates hair growth, could be alternative to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
A user with female pattern hairloss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hairloss.
A user's 20 year journey with hairloss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.
Mometasone Furoate Topical Solution 0.1% is used for hairloss, applied after showering and massaged into the damp scalp. The user is seeking information on its effectiveness for hairloss.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting hairloss treatment early, using options like minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, essential oils, and dermarolling, and encourages leaving the hairloss subreddit once treatment begins to avoid stress and obsession. Users shared personal success with finasteride and the motivation to start treatment to prevent future regret.
The conversation is about using RU58841 and microneedling (1.5mm) for hairloss. The user seeks advice on whether to avoid applying RU58841 on microneedling days to prevent it from becoming systemic.
The conversation discusses doubts about the effectiveness of topical finasteride for hairloss, suggesting that DHT could be produced elsewhere in the body and affect the scalp. It proposes that androgen receptor antagonists like spironolactone and clascoterone might be more effective as they could prevent this potential bypass mechanism.
A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hairloss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.
Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hairloss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.