The conversation is about hair loss treatments. The user considers using a foam with Sawpalmetto, caffeine, and EGCG, but another user suggests just using finasteride.
A 20-year-old using minoxidil, weekly microneedling, biotin, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and sawpalmetto shampoo for hair regrowth. The user is in the shedding phase and hopes for better results in months 3-6.
A user shared their hair loss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and sawpalmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.
A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to sawpalmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.
The conversation lists medications, oils, and herbs for hair loss, including FDA-approved treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil, off-label options like Dutasteride and Clascoterone, and others like RU58841. It also mentions Rosemary oil, Sawpalmetto, and Fo-Ti root as non-medical treatments.
A hair loss product containing ingredients like sawpalmetto, biotin, vitamin D, and others, which claims to promote healthy hair growth and support men's health. However, user reviews are mixed, with some experiencing side effects like mood swings and nausea, and others questioning its effectiveness compared to a simple multivitamin.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using sawpalmetto, biotin, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and rosemary oil, considering finasteride or a hair transplant in the future. Other users suggest finasteride or dutasteride for more effective results, while some recommend additional natural supplements and maintaining overall health.
A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed sawpalmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil and dismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.
A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily sawpalmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
The user is experiencing hair loss and plans to use a treatment protocol including SawPalmetto Berries, MCT Oil, Zinc, testosterone balancers, L-tyrosine, and L-theanine. They also use a specific dandruff shampoo and are open to non-prescription treatments.
Natural vitamins like pumpkin seed oil, sawpalmetto, and ecklonia cava are discussed for their potential to lower DHT levels. They may work similarly to finasteride but are significantly weaker.
The user shared their hair transplant progress, using sawpalmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized olive oil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.
A female user is seeking a DHT blocker without Selenium or Zinc due to hair breakage and is currently using SawPalmetto, Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin and Nails, Pumpkin seed oil, Dermastamp, and Pura D'or products. She has tried Minoxidil without success and is considering Finasteride but prefers natural options first.
The conversation concludes that over-the-counter DHT blockers, like SawPalmetto, are largely ineffective for hair loss. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended as more effective treatments.
For hair loss, recommendations include using finasteride along with supplements like sawpalmetto and zinc. Other treatments mentioned are Minoxidil and RU58841.
A user is seeking a hair loss formula containing Redensyl and Capixyl without caffeine, SawPalmetto, or other herbs. They want recommendations for such a product.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey using 5% minoxidil, SawPalmetto, Pumpkin seed oil supplements, weekly Derma rolling, and daily rosemary oil treatment. They posted progress pictures comparing Day 1 and Month 1 but are unsure about regrowth.
User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, SawPalmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.
An 18-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness is using probiotics, sawpalmetto, pumpkin seed oil, soy isoflavones, biotin, fish oil, quercetin, a multivitamin, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies suggest these methods are ineffective and recommend finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma roller.
User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with SawPalmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and sawpalmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.
A user discusses fighting hair loss without finasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, sawpalmetto, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, stinging nettles, biotin, a boar bristle brush, and a derma roller. Replies suggest finasteride is necessary for effective hair loss prevention.
The user plans to mix Kirkland minoxidil with spironolactone tablets for hair loss. They cannot use finasteride, sawpalmetto, or spearmint tea due to side effects like insomnia and low testosterone.
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to sawpalmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.
The conversation is about a user's 13-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement but considering a hair transplant for increased density. The user also takes biotin and sawpalmetto, uses Hims shampoo, and plans to consult a surgeon for potential grafts.
The user shared their journey from hair loss at 17 to a full head of hair using topical finasteride, SawPalmetto, a natural serum with stem cells and rosemary oil, dermarolling, and a specialized shampoo. They experienced side effects with Dutasteride and found success with their current routine without side effects.
The regimen for hair loss includes topical finasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral sawpalmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hair growth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.
Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; sawpalmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.
OP uses 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and 10mg biotin daily, along with a biotin, caffeine, and sawpalmetto shampoo. OP noticed results after 5 months, with occasional heart palpitations from minoxidil.
A 24-year-old started losing hair at 17 and began treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Biotin, and SawPalmetto shampoo in November 2023. After initial success, hair shedding resumed, leading to concerns about treatment quality and effectiveness; the user plans to consult a dermatologist and consider buying medications directly from a pharmacy.