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large molecules made of amino acids essential for bodily functions

Proteins are large, complex molecules made up of amino acids that are essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs. They play a crucial role in nearly all biological processes, including the repair and growth of hair, as well as the overall health of the skin and immune system.

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community Can I add rosemary oil to my hair lotion?

in Product 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user asked if adding rosemary oil to a herbal hair lotion would be beneficial for preventing future hair loss and maintaining hair health. The lotion already contains various ingredients like seed extracts, proteins, and vitamins.

community 18 month update on fin and min

in Progress Pictures 337 upvotes 1 year ago

As it was at 1 year This conversation is about a user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 18 months to treat hair loss, with positive results. They have also made lifestyle changes such as the use of Hims shampoo and conditioner, gym workouts, and eating proteins on weekdays.

community Is it normal to lose body hair on finasteride?

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 8 months ago

Finasteride can cause body hair loss, which is normal. It may also be due to disease or nutrient deficiencies.

community Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System with Topical Exosomes and Growth Factors for Hair Growth

in Treatment 1 month ago

Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hair restoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hair growth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.

community Is 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) good for human hair?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 months ago

Topical 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) regrows hair in mice almost as well as 2% Minoxidil. However, 2dDR may contribute to oxidative stress and hair loss due to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs).

community 0.5mg Dutasteride promotes more “regrowth” than 5mg oral Minoxidil

in Research/Science 117 upvotes 9 months ago

Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.

community hairy moles to cure baldness? This news sounds promising!

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

Scientists discovered a potential baldness treatment from hairy moles, which can be injected like Botox. Users discussed the treatment's implications, including its safety and effectiveness.

community Three months of changing my diet, adding collagen and vitamins into my daily intake. Possible growth?

in Is this regrowth? 26 upvotes 1 year ago

A person noticed hair thinning, changed their diet, and added collagen and vitamins to see if it would improve hair growth before starting finasteride and considering a hair transplant. Commenters suggest the appearance of hair regrowth may be due to the way the hair is combed rather than actual growth.

community Pyrilutamide update: three months

in Update 33 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 3-month experience with pyrilutamide to reduce hair shedding, and how it may not be strong enough to stop the thinning of their hairline. Other users mentioned the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for treating hair loss.

community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

community Glycine supplementaion is said to strongly upregulate 5-alpha Reductase (5-ar) Activity

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 4 years ago

Glycine supplementation may increase 5-alpha reductase activity, potentially affecting hair loss. Users discuss its impact on hair fall and its role in the body.

community The Journey Starts Today

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 4 years ago

User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.

community Microneedling to maintain results from min

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 1 month ago

Microneedling alone is not effective in maintaining minoxidil results for hair growth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride may enhance results, but microneedling by itself is not a reliable treatment.

community Do hair follicles ever really "die"? Or does all your front, mid, and crown hair just become vellus?

in Chat 139 upvotes 3 months ago

Hair follicles don't truly die but become severely miniaturized. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help restore hair by providing nutrients and reducing harmful effects on hair roots.

community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 3 months ago

A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

community Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video

in Research/Science 71 upvotes 4 months ago

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.

community Physio-metabolic method (antiandrogen, minoxidil, leg training and cold)

in Treatments 309 upvotes 5 months ago

The method combines finasteride, minoxidil, intense leg exercises, and cold exposure to treat androgenetic alopecia. It aims to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, enhancing hair growth.

community New Research- Creatine Increasing Scalp DHT Without Corresponding Serum DHT Increase

in Research/Science 122 upvotes 6 months ago

Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Lion Mane Part 2: Microneedling with Topicals, beneficial compounds, maybe?

in Microneedling 1 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses microneedling techniques and the use of Minoxidil, copper peptides, EGF, FGF, ceramides, and hydration serums to enhance hair growth. It explores optimizing scalp conditions and the potential benefits of various compounds in conjunction with microneedling.

community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

in Research/Science 136 upvotes 7 months ago

The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

community Expectations control for SCUBE3

in Research/Science 22 upvotes 8 months ago

SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

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 The theory that explains everything. The malloclusion theory has been proven.

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 1 year ago

Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.

community My experience and hair transformation journey

in Update 68 upvotes 1 year ago

The user improved their hair density and reduced scalp visibility by using 1% ketoconazole shampoo, 1mg finasteride, and 5% minoxidil, which increased their confidence. Replies discuss the effects of these treatments, with one clarifying that minoxidil does not affect hormones but finasteride does.

community 90 days. Did not think this was possible before finding this subreddit. To say I’m obsessed is an understatement. Excuse my poor photo stitch.

in Progress Pictures 333 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced significant hair regrowth after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others discuss potential side effects and difficulty determining which treatment is most effective.

community Has anyone seen this study before? It claims that B6+Zinc can inhibit 5ar activity

in Technology 78 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using B6 and Zinc to inhibit 5ar activity, similar to Fin and Dut. Minoxidil is mentioned as a supplementary treatment.

community [22M] 15 week progress with minoxidil and dermarolling

in Progress Pictures 199 upvotes 1 year ago

User "cheekykevin" shared 15-week progress using minoxidil and dermarolling, with positive results. Others suggested using ketoconazole for dandruff side effect.

community Looking for treatment to increase efficacy of minoxidil

in Chat 7 upvotes 1 year ago

User seeks treatment to increase minoxidil efficacy. Suggestions include microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Tretinoin, with mixed experiences and side effects.

community Prolactin’s role in antitumor activity of the immune system – a safety concern for HMI-115?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Prolactin's role in immune system's antitumor activity raises safety concerns for HMI-115.

community Take The Jump - Get The Hair Transplant

in Progress Pictures 338 upvotes 1 year ago

User got a hair transplant and it improved their life. Transplanted hair lasts, but medication like finasteride is needed to maintain non-transplanted hair.