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      community Collagen peptides: Yay or nay?

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Collagen peptides may help with hair growth, but results vary; some users noticed less hair fall and improved nail strength. Minoxidil is suggested for regaining hair thickness lost from accutane.

      community Copper Peptides—Discussion

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Copper peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, are discussed as a potential addition to hair loss treatments, possibly working synergistically with Minoxidil to convert vellus hair into terminal hair. The effectiveness and credibility of copper peptides are questioned due to the lack of widespread discussion and potential conflict of interest from the product's creator.

      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

       324 upvotes 10 months ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.

      community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

       36 upvotes 11 months ago
      DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

      community JXL082 is not PP405 and Everychem followed the wrong lead

       41 upvotes 1 year ago
      JXL082 is not the same as PP405, leading to a halt in sales and a plan to synthesize the real PP405. There is skepticism about the safety and effectiveness of JXL082 and PP405, with concerns about patent issues and the long-term impact on hair growth.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

       255 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community HMI 115 Phase 1 update: Changes to clinicaltrials.gov page

       25 upvotes 3 years ago
      A Phase 1 update for the HMI 115 clinical trial, which involves 16 participants and is expected to end in July 2023; as well as changes to the recruitment process, including treatment protocols with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Phase 3 for PP405 will now start in 2027

      in Chat  81 upvotes 1 month ago
      Phase 3 for PP405 will start in 2027, disappointing many who expected it this year. Some users are trying treatments like topical minoxidil and topical dutasteride while waiting for new developments.

      community How bad is the shed phase really?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The shed phase from using finasteride and minoxidil can vary, with some experiencing noticeable hair loss and others having minimal shedding. Despite initial shedding, many users report eventual hair regrowth and improvement, making the treatment worthwhile.

      community Shedding phase... It's brutal lol

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss after previously trying them separately without success. They are experiencing a shedding phase but are committed to the treatment.

      community This shedding phase is brutal man…

       590 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.

      community 5 month post-op update, looking for feedback on progress

       3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is seeking feedback on their hair transplant progress after 5 months, using finasteride, minoxidil, and red light therapy. They are considering a second hair transplant for the crown area.

      community Breezula Phase 3 confusion - did they change something?

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.

      community Post TCA pic and two month in, just posting baseline and an update.

       6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil sulfate, antioxidants, and various supplements. The user is also using a derma stamp and has paused Tretinoin due to a TCA peel recovery.

      community 3.5-4 month progress is this hyper response?

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 3.5-4 month progress using Topical Minoxidil, Oral Finasteride, Keto 1%, and Dermastamp, reporting positive results despite some shedding and flaking. Replies praised the progress and inquired about the treatment routine and temple condition.

      community 5 months Update - Minoxidil + Finasterid - Norwood 7 Comeback?!

       18 upvotes 1 day ago
      The user started using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, experiencing some uneven and thinner hair growth. They plan to wait 12 months before considering a hair transplant and are hopeful for further improvement.

      community 3-4 Month Re growth (Updating in 3 months)

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a hair loss treatment regimen including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a rejuvenating scalp serum with caffeine, rosemary, and ginger, topical ketoconazole, saw palmetto, and derma rolling. The user seeks advice for scalp pimples and irritation.