The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like sawpalmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hair loss. Sawpalmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hair loss.
A user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, sawpalmetto, and Minimalist RCP serum to address hair thinning, with some success but concerns about the long-term benefits of Minimalist. They plan to continue Minoxidil and finasteride for another year before considering a hair transplant.
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.
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.
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.
The conversation discusses managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and sawpalmetto, emphasizing the importance of scalp health and DHT reduction. The user shares personal experiences and suggests a balanced approach, combining topical treatments and lifestyle changes for effective hair regrowth.
A user's successful hair regrowth journey using a cocktail of finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user started seeing noticeable results after 8 months and also incorporated sawpalmetto, biotin, keratin, and dermarolling into their routine.
A user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, sawpalmetto, and pumpkin seed oil but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkin seed oil, sawpalmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.
The post and conversation are about a user seeing hair regrowth after using Rogaine, rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, sawpalmetto, microneedling, and LLLT. The user plans to add Nizoral soon and is hopeful about continued progress.
A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, sawpalmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair thinning and started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin vitamins, and DHT blocking shampoo. He saw reduced hair loss, thicker hair, and minimal side effects, encouraging others to try similar 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.
A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and questions his dermatologist's advice against using finasteride due to age. The dermatologist recommended a serum with aloe vera, sawpalmetto, biotin, and dexpanthenol, but the user is skeptical and considers using minoxidil instead.
A 21-year-old used minoxidil, finasteride, avocado oil, peppermint oil, and a derma stamp to treat hair loss and saw significant improvement in 9 weeks. He also used a DHT blocking shampoo and got a haircut to enhance the appearance of hair growth.
User discusses using finasteride, ketoconazole, fish oil, nettle root, sawpalmetto, emu oil, and plans to start minoxidil for hair loss. They report maintaining hair with minor side effects like slightly lower libido and watery semen.
The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitamin D, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, sawpalmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral 2%, and microneedling for hair loss but finds Nizoral drying. They seek affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations, with one reply suggesting baby shampoo for non-Nizoral days.
A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss was prescribed two shampoos and hair vitamins by a dermatologist who suggested seborrheic dermatitis as the cause. However, users in the conversation suggested the hair loss could be male pattern baldness (MPB), recommending monitoring the situation and considering finasteride as a treatment.
The post discusses an 18-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride and minoxidil, along with natural supplements and caffeine shampoo, showing new hair growth around the hairline. The individual has also scheduled a hair transplant for the end of the month.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth routine, which includes finasteride, derma rolling, minoxidil (Rogaine), biotin pills, and vitamin D supplementation, and saw noticeable results in 3 months. They suggest this routine as a variation of the "Big 3" hair loss treatments and have created a website to sell the products they used.
The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topical minoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hair growth.
The user shared their 18-month hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
A user's 60-day progress using minoxidil and finasteride spray, combined with derma stamping, shampooing twice weekly, vitamins, intense conditioning training, and a carnivore/ketovore diet. The most recent post includes pictures of the progress following a haircut and shower, with hair air dried.
User is using a homemade topical treatment with .015% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling at .75mm depth. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo, various oils, and are considering increasing finasteride concentration due to mixed results.
The user experienced hair thinning despite using finasteride and switched to a ketoconazole shampoo without sulfates to address scalp itching and dandruff. They hope this will stop further hair thinning.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
A user shared 3-month hair regrowth results using a combination of oral Dutasteride, daily Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, Keto shampoo, scalp massages, and supplements. Positive progress was noted, and encouragement to continue was given.
A 31-year-old uses Minoxidil, RU58841, Reviv Hair Serum, and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but avoids finasteride. They plan to reintroduce red light therapy (LLLT) and Eucapil despite previous shedding concerns.